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Everything we write about Ballistol in one place: real situations where it helps, step-by-step how-tos for specific kit, and the story behind the oil.
Ballistol in real situations
Uses
One real job at a time: what happened, what we used and why it worked.
New real-world stories start here soon, one a day. In the meantime, the uses below cover the jobs people ask us about most.
Evergreen uses 42
- What Is Ballistol Used For? 1001 Uses
- How to Use Ballistol as a Gun Oil
- Squeaky Hinges, Stiff Locks and Sliding Doors
- How to Clean a Rifle
- Leather Care: Boots, Tack and Holsters
- How to Clean Brass, Silver, Chrome and Stainless Steel
- Ballistol for Cars and Motorbikes
- Wood Care: Oiling Furniture, Handles and Gun Stocks
- Ballistol on Electrical Contacts and Equipment
- Is Ballistol Safe on Plastic, Rubber and Paint?
- Ballistol for Industry and Workshops
- Ballistol for Boats and Fishing Gear
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- How Ballistol Works
- Food Grade Oil for Kitchens and Food Businesses
- Rust Protection for Metal
- Animal and Equestrian Care
- Knife Care: Oiling and Rust Prevention
- How to Clean and Oil Garden Tools
- How to Remove Rust from Tools
- How to Remove Sticker Residue
- How to Free Seized Nuts and Bolts
- Motorbike Winter Storage
- Fishing Reel Care: Cleaning and Oiling
- Ballistol or WD-40: Which to Use
- Bike Chain Lube and Lubricant: Which to Use
- How to Clean Golf Clubs and Stop Rust
- How to Clean Guitar Strings and Fretboards
- How to Oil a Sewing Machine
- Camping Gear Care and Storage
- Classic Car Winter Storage
- Caravan and Motorhome Winterising
- Airsoft Gun Maintenance
- Chainsaw and Saw Blade Cleaning
- How to Clean a Rifle Scope and Binoculars
- How to Clean a Moderator (Sound Moderator)
- How to Clean and Whiten a Deer Skull
- Ballistol or 3-in-One Oil: Which to Use
- Where to Grease a Bike
- Gun Oil for Semi-Automatic Pistols
- CLP or Dedicated Gun Oil: Which to Buy
- Food Grade Silicone or Mineral Oil for Conveyors
- How to Service a Bike at Home
Step-by-step how-tos
Guides
How to clean, oil and protect a specific item, with the exact steps and what you'll need.
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About Ballistol
Blog
The oil itself: how it works, where it's made, the industries that use it and how to buy for trade.
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Browse by category
All 100 areas we write about, grouped into 11 industries. Each one links to its Uses, Guides or uses page.
Shooting & Field Sports
- Firearm Cleaning 8
- Shooting Ranges
- Hunting Gear Maintenance 1
- Gun Stock Protection 1
- Holsters & Leather Care 1
- Ammunition Reloading
- Optics & Scopes Maintenance 2
- Military Equipment
- Tactical Gear 1
- Law Enforcement Tools
- Tactical Flashlights
- Archery Equipment
Engineering & Manufacturing
- Manufacturing 1
- Metalworking
- CNC Machining
- Precision Engineering
- Metal Stamping
- Injection Molding
- Industrial Automation
- Robotics
- Hydraulics
- Pneumatics
- Factory Equipment 1
- Packaging Machinery 1
- Textile Machinery
- Conveyor Belt Lubrication
- Industrial Fans & Blowers
- Aerospace
Facilities, Warehousing & Construction
- Warehouse Maintenance
- Material Handling Equipment
- Elevator Maintenance
- Cold Storage Units
- HVAC
- Construction
- Heavy Machinery
- Door Hinges Lubrication 2
Electrical & Electronics
- Electronics 1
- Electrical Engineering 1
- Sound Equipment
Trades, Tools & Locksmithing
- Tool Maintenance 3
- Power Tools
- Woodworking 2
- Locksmithing
- Locks & Keys 1
- Household Tools 5
- Knife Maintenance 1
- Rust Prevention 2
- Shipyard Tools
Agriculture, Forestry & Grounds
- Agricultural Equipment
- Farm Machinery
- Tractor Maintenance
- Livestock Equipment 1
- Garden Equipment Repair 2
- Chainsaw Lubrication 1
- Logging Equipment
- Greenhouse Maintenance
- Irrigation Equipment
- Vineyard Machinery
- Equestrian Equipment 1
Automotive & Transport
- Automotive 1
- Car Maintenance 5
- Motorcycle Repair 2
- Diesel Engines
- Electric Vehicles
- Bus & Coach Maintenance
- Public Transit
- Railroad Car Maintenance
- Aviation Maintenance
Marine & Boating
- Shipbuilding
- Boat Engine Maintenance 1
- Marine Diesel Engines
- Outboard Motors
- Anchor Winch Lubrication
- Sailboat Rigging
- Jet Ski Maintenance
- Dock Equipment
- Submarine Components
- Fishing Reel Lubrication 1
Outdoor, Cycling & Sport
- Bicycle Maintenance 3
- Bicycle Chains 2
- Fishing Gear 1
- Camping Gear 2
- Hiking Equipment
- Climbing Gear
- Golf Club Maintenance 1
- Skating Gear
Home, Leather & Restoration
Music & Audio
- Guitar Maintenance 1
- Piano Hinges
- Brass Instrument Care
- Violin Bow Lubrication
- Drum Hardware
- Accordion Maintenance
- Microphone Stands
- Music Stand Hinges
- Speaker Grills
Grey areas are coming soon: new articles are added every week.
