Is Ballistol good for long term gun storage?

Several rifles and shotguns were treated with Ballistol, wrapped in wax-impregnated paper, and stored in a trunk. After 25 years, the trunk was opened and the firearms inspected. If something needs long-term preservation, Ballistol is the right choice for the job.

Does Ballistol cause rust?

Due to a special corrosion-inhibiting compound BALLISTOL also protects against corrosion. It preserves the gun for a long time and prevents it from rusting, inside as well as outside. Like any other oil BALLISTOL is emulsifiable with water. Even this emulsion has corrosion-preventing properties.

Can you use Ballistol on brass?

Ballistol is fully compatible with all metals including aluminum. However, Ballistol dissolves traces of copper, zinc, lead and tombac and can, therefore, be used to clean brass, bronze and silver. Read more about Ballistol for metal care. Ballistol is an excellent smokeless powder cleaning solvent.

What is Ballistol made of?

Ballistol contains medicinal grade mineral oil, alkaline salts of oleic acid, several alcohols, Benzyl Acetate and an oil from vegetal seeds. The mineral oil is unchlorinated and conforms to the specifications of US Pharmacopeia XX. As an aerosol Ballistol contains 33.8% VOCs. As a non-aerosol it contains 5.3% VOCs.

Is Ballistol good for guns?

As it turns out, Ballistol is kind of a universal cleaner. You can use it on guns, knives, bikes, cars, and even leather and wood. According to Ballistol “when used correctly, Ballistol is safe to use on nickel-plated firearms and gold leaf.”

Does Ballistol protect wood?

Yes! Ballistol will bring out the color and grain on finished and unfinished wood, and will also protect wood from insects as well as humid, moist environments. Read more about Ballisol’s uses for wood care.

Is Ballistol plastic safe?

Ballistol is safe on most plastics. Caution should be used when using Ballistol on soft and/or non-oil resistant plastics.

Is Ballistol bad for guns?

Ballistol Uses. As it turns out, Ballistol is kind of a universal cleaner. You can use it on guns, knives, bikes, cars, and even leather and wood. According to Ballistol “when used correctly, Ballistol is safe to use on nickel-plated firearms and gold leaf.”

Is Ballistol OK for Wood?

Yes! Ballistol will bring out the color and grain on finished and unfinished wood, and will also protect wood from insects as well as humid, moist environments.

Is Ballistol a disinfectant?

As an alkaline Oil Ballistol is high effective, universal, environment-friendly and acts disinfectant. Furthermore Ballistol is a proven penetrating oil and an agent for rust protection. Ballistol does not resinify even in decades and it is durable practical unlimited.