Oiling the barrel of Uberti 73

stuck_in_73 · April 22, 2014, 10:27:18 AM

When I clean my 73 rifle I was wondering if I need to oil the outside of barrel to prevent rust? Should I or shouldn't I? Or just keep the barrel dry?

Pettifogger · April 22, 2014, 11:53:39 AM

Depends on where you live. Here in the desert an occasional wipe down on the exterior surfaces is all you need. In areas with high humidity they rust very quickly so you need to keep a protective coat of rust inhibitor on all the steel parts.

stuck_in_73 · April 22, 2014, 01:33:38 PM

Quote from: Pettifogger on April 22, 2014, 11:53:39 AM
Depends on where you live. Here in the desert an occasional wipe down on the exterior surfaces is all you need. In areas with high humidity they rust very quickly so you need to keep a protective coat of rust inhibitor on all the steel parts.

How about Rem Oil? Will that do?

jimbobborg · April 22, 2014, 02:14:02 PM

Remoil is kinda thin. I use CLP.

MJN77 · April 22, 2014, 03:04:21 PM

Rem oil is fine. I also have a Uberti 73 short rifle in 44-40. I carry mine as a farm gun. It has been rained and snowed on Lord knows how many times. It's even been splashed with mud. All I ever do is dry it off with a towel when I get home, spray it with Rem oil and wipe it down. Except for a few dings on the butt from the tractor, it still looks like new.

TheOtherLeft · April 23, 2014, 06:21:28 AM

I use Moose Milk as a final coat after cleaning. Plus I use a gun sock when it's in the safe. Haven't had a problem yet here in Sydney, Australia.

stuck_in_73 · April 23, 2014, 07:10:14 PM

Quote from: TheOtherLeft on April 23, 2014, 06:21:28 AM
I use Moose Milk as a final coat after cleaning. Plus I use a gun sock when it's in the safe. Haven't had a problem yet here in Sydney, Australia.

Is moose milk a homemade mixture of 90% distilled water and 10% Ballistol? I think I've read that somewhere. And if so (I may sound dumb asking this but) wouldn't the water rust the gun? That may be a stupid question. Lol

TheOtherLeft · April 24, 2014, 06:14:54 AM

Quote from: stuck_in_73 on April 23, 2014, 07:10:14 PM
Is moose milk a homemade mixture of 90% distilled water and 10% Ballistol? I think I've read that somewhere. And if so (I may sound dumb asking this but) wouldn't the water rust the gun? That may be a stupid question. Lol

I just use tap water and Ballistol. Not sure about the ratio though. I just guesstimate it.

I shoot mine on a monthly basis so not sure about rust issues. On the exterior it probably gets wiped off when the guns go into the gunsocks.

The Swede · May 08, 2014, 12:58:47 PM

I use moose milk for cleaning, and wipe down exterior surfaces with Balistol dampened rag. I live in the Pacific North West, so an once of prevention goes a long way...

With moose milk the water will evaporate, and leave behind the oil. 7 parts water to 1 part balistol is a good place to start.

Cheers,

Swede

KirkD · May 09, 2014, 06:10:10 PM

EEZOX is very impressive, judging from some recent tests.

The Swede · May 10, 2014, 12:12:33 AM

Quote from: KirkD on May 09, 2014, 06:10:10 PM
EEZOX is very impressive, judging from some recent tests.

EEZOX? Taint never heard'o that. What is it exactly?

Swede

Mike · May 10, 2014, 03:41:23 AM

CPL,
Light oil inside and the same on all metal partsTomuch oil and it willbrun into the wood work and course staining.

TheOtherLeft · May 10, 2014, 06:55:07 AM

That's why I like Ballistol...perfectly suitable for timber.