Thread: Corrosion Test

Oh how the mighty have fallen !

I've been using R.I.G. (Rust Inhibiting Grease) for 50 years. I am very surprised at the outcome of these tests. I wonder if the fact that I'm using RIG that I bought 20 + years ago, before Birchwood-Casey took the brand over might be the reason it has always protected whatever I've applied it to ? IOW, did they change the formula ? Anyway, time to get some Frog-Lube.

If you get Frog-Lube, you might want to read THIS concern about it.

And strictly for curiosity you might want to read THIS as well.

For lubrication I have seen a lot of guys recommend Mobile One motor oil. Right now I'm using Miltec 1 and it has been working well. Also trying out Break Free CLP for cleaning, as opposed to the old standby Hoppe's No. 9.

Originally Posted by Utopian

If you get Frog-Lube, you might want to read THIS concern about it.

And strictly for curiosity you might want to read THIS as well.

Excellent reading! Maybe I'll just use coconut oil!

Originally Posted by Johntoad57

Excellent reading! Maybe I'll just use coconut oil!

Well, I would not do that. The article said that there are other additives along with the coconut oil. If nothing else, the additives keep the oil liquid at room temperature.

Originally Posted by Utopian

Well, I would not do that. The article said that there are other additives along with the coconut oil. If nothing else, the additives keep the oil liquid at room temperature.

You know actually, it was good to think about different options. It keeps the grey matter working. However, I believe I just stick with CLP for the time being. It works well for my needs. But I appreciate where you are coming from!

I have tried Frog Lube and soaked razors in it , did not rust but developed black spots from some of the razors sitting in it.
I have used Ballistol for a long time and have never had issues although upon wiping razors that have been sitting for a while I can see some color residue on the wipes.
WD-40 Specialit seems like an optimal choice IMHO.

Originally Posted by JimmyHAD

Oh how the mighty have fallen !

I've been using R.I.G. (Rust Inhibiting Grease) for 50 years. I am very surprised at the outcome of these tests. I wonder if the fact that I'm using RIG that I bought 20 + years ago, before Birchwood-Casey took the brand over might be the reason it has always protected whatever I've applied it to ? IOW, did they change the formula ? Anyway, time to get some Frog-Lube.

Not so fast Jimmy; the Rig used in the test is not the same product that you & I have been using. The test product was Rig # 2, an oil, not the grease version that we use. The grease version has not changed & is still available. Still works great.