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08-05-2012, 09:58 PM
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I know that it is kind of "old school", but what does everyone think of the old "3 in 1 " oil. Used to use it on my bikes, pocketknives. etc..., have started using it on my xd/xdm/xds collection. Seems to work okay, anyone's thoughts?
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08-05-2012, 11:10 PM
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Its very thin,and would wear away quickly...
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08-05-2012, 11:15 PM
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^ Considering I use Slide Glide grease on my pistol rails that is a very valid point Talon.
carstensxd45, there are many other options that don't cost that much more than 3 in 1 oil if cost is the issue.
Although I'd never use Mobil 1 automotive oil on my firearms, I would chose it over the 3 in 1.
And many here that do use Mobil 1 on their firearms.. 
Also stay away from WD-40, also not a good firearm lube.. 
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08-06-2012, 08:41 PM
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Its thicker than RemOil, that is what I have been using exclusively, How does the Mobil 1 oil do as far as attracting dirt and debris? Not having any problems, just trying to improve what I am already doing.
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I use slide glide and mobil 1 10w-30. Never had a problem with either but I am a little OCD when it comes to cleaning. I like mobil 1 for certain parts of the pistol that I want the oil to migrate into. I have not noticed any excess build up over any other gun specific oils I have used ( I have a box full but seem satisfied with my current combination).
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08-07-2012, 04:16 PM
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Nothing wrong with it. I've used it.
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08-07-2012, 08:58 PM
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Nothing wrong with it. I've used it.
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Someone with over 14K posts over the years must know something. Thanx, I appreciate your responses, and the others also. 
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08-08-2012, 06:55 AM
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Nothing against it 3 In 1 (it's been lubing sewing machines for decades, and that's what it was designed for), but I don't like to use oil on my guns. If I lube at all, I use a white lithium grease. Oil and grease can attract and hold dirt and grit, and can be messy if too much is applied. I typically use a couple of toothpick points for my whole gun. A good handgun will run perfectly almost dry, with no excessive wear. Don't put ANY lube in the striker channel!
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08-09-2012, 11:50 AM
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"3 in 1" oil has been proven to be absolute crap in lubricating firearms and protecting them from rust.
Motor oil like Mobil 1 is specifically designed to work inside the atmosphere of an engine. Your gun is not fired inside of a pressurized engine. Mobil 1 is not a very good rust preventative (in a harsh environment) but many people slap a layer of it on their rifles when storing them longer term in their gun safe.
You want a cheap and effective rust preventative for the outside of your gun? Use human-safe mineral oil.
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08-09-2012, 01:14 PM
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