20 or so years ago, there was a pellet lube oil used by many shooters. I can't remember what it was called. Guys like Cliff Smith and Roz probably do. Could you help me out, guys?
I personally don't lube pellets due to the fact that you will always have build up. I don't want to have to clean that out. The other issue for me is that lube of almost every kind will hold debris, ie dust, dirt, moisture, lead dust etc. . I can't imagine how that could be beneficial. The other thought I had was that lead was used a a lubricant in gasoline for many years. It cushioned the valve and valve seat among other things. So, I feel as though I won't be missing out if I don't lube a pellet that already has great lubricating qualities.
That's just my 2 cents - Indian head pennies - BTW
Might you be thinking of Whiscombe Honey? It was pretty popular years ago. As was the KryTech Finish Line wax lube that Sonnysan mentioned above.
Here's an old PA blog about lubing pellets that mentions the Whiscombe Honey and how to mix and use it.
https://www.pyramydair.com/blog/2008/02/how-to-lubricate-pellets/
I tried the KryTech Finish Line several years ago. It seemed like a decent lube for pellets and did make them feel slicker, but since I shoot springers I couldn't really see the point of using it. Maybe if I shot PCPs at high velocities it might be worth the time to lube pellets with it. And I'm not a competitive shooter, either...so. As for actually lubing the pellets with it, it wasn't hard at all. Just dribble about a half dozen drops into a ziplock baggie and then add a small handful of pellets, seal the baggie and roll them around in the bag for a few minutes and then pour them out onto a piece of newspaper to dry. Then add more pellets to the baggie and lube them. When done just seal the baggie and it'll most likely be ready for the next time you need to lube some more. If not just add a couple more drops to the baggie. I think the advantage of the KryTech over the oil type lubes for pellets is that it's a dry lube (once the carrier evaporates) so doesn't attract dust, etc. But these days I just shoot my pellets as they come from the tin, lol.
One Lube by Slick 50 has been proven in Field Target events. For PCP only. I have used it since 1995.
I have used the Krytech Finish Line (bicycle chain wax lubricant) for years since it was first recommended for sprringers.
It does not take very much to lube a tin of pellets... after cleaning and drying the pellets, with the pellets in a small tupperware bowl & lid, just a little spray (or drops), and swirl the pellets in the closed container.
I'm still using my first can of the aerosol spray version (don't think they make that anymore), and have another can or two.
Maybe I don't shoot enough ! 😀
Big tin boat, Thats what Dr Robert Beeman always suggested. And what I use to use. Now I use Dupont wax chain lube. Works great.
Big tin boat??
