Both gun grease and gun oil are essential products for firearm maintenance, but they serve different purposes and are best used in specific situations. Here's when to use gun grease versus gun oil:

When to Use Gun Grease

Gun grease, like Breakthrough Clean Technologies® Battle Born Grease with PTFE, is ideal for areas of your firearm that experience high friction, extreme pressure, or need long-lasting lubrication. Grease stays in place for extended periods and is excellent for parts that don't need frequent reapplication.

Best Uses:

• Slides and Rails: Use grease on slide rails, bolt carriers, or any moving part that undergoes significant pressure and friction.
• Firearm Parts with High Wear: Areas that experience high friction, such as trigger mechanisms and locking lugs, benefit from the heavy-duty protection that grease offers.
• Long-Term Lubrication: Grease stays in place for a longer time than oil and is especially beneficial for parts that require long-lasting protection under heavy use or harsh conditions (e.g., extreme cold or heat).
• Sealing and Protecting: It can also be used to create a seal around certain areas, such as threads or joints, preventing moisture and dirt from infiltrating.

Why Choose Grease?

• Stays in place longer, reducing the need for frequent reapplication.
• Ideal for high-stress areas of your firearm.
• Better protection for firearm components exposed to extreme conditions.

When to Use Gun Oil

Gun oil, like Battle Born High-Purity Oil, is a versatile, low-viscosity lubricant designed to keep your firearm’s internals functioning smoothly and protected against rust and corrosion. It's ideal for areas that require a thin layer of lubrication to reduce friction and protect against wear.

Best Uses:

• Internals & Moving Parts: Apply oil to the internal moving parts of your firearm, like the trigger mechanism, hammer, and the bolt assembly. It ensures smooth action without the heavy buildup of grease.
• Rust Prevention: Gun oil is great for protecting your firearm from rust and corrosion, especially after cleaning or in humid conditions.
• General Lubrication: Use oil on parts that need light lubrication for smoother operation, such as the barrel or the exterior of the slide.
• After Cleaning: Oil is often used after cleaning to leave a thin protective coat on the firearm, preventing rust and ensuring that the parts function smoothly.

Why Choose Oil?

• Ideal for light lubrication and rust prevention.
• Works well for areas that don't experience extreme pressure but still require lubrication.
• Quick and easy to apply, especially in areas where you want minimal residue buildup.

In Summary:

• Use Gun Grease on high-friction, high-pressure areas that require long-lasting lubrication and protection (e.g., rails, locking lugs, and parts under extreme pressure).
• Use Gun Oil on moving parts, internal mechanisms, and to protect against rust and corrosion (e.g., trigger group, barrels, and after cleaning).

By understanding the specific needs of each part of your firearm, you can ensure optimal performance and longevity by using the right product at the right time.