Gun Maintenance for Maximum Reliability

Discover how proper lubrication and smart maintenance turn any firearm into a flawless machine.

Cold Weather Shooting, Lubes, and Gun Preparation

Cold weather is one of the harshest tests of firearm reliability, and mastering it comes down to proper gun prep, choosing the right lube, and knowing how to operate in freezing conditions.

Secrets of 1911 Reliability – How to Lube for Maximum Performance

The 1911’s reputation for being “finicky” isn’t about design—it’s about lubrication. When you understand friction surfaces, you unlock its true reliability. Here’s how to lube your 1911 the right way, using real tribology.

How to Lube an AR for Maximum Reliability

Knowing how to lube an AR correctly is the difference between flawless reliability and frustrating malfunctions. Examine your guns in terms of “friction surfaces” – when this becomes habit, guns reveal nearly all of their operational and reliability secrets, and it tells you exactly where to lube, even on guns new to you.

Our Lubricants

Each grease is optimized for an important application, giving a tremendous edge of reliability for your gun. 

Bolt Balm

$18.99

Winter Balm

$18.99

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