G GJP 36 Cal. Joined Mar 25, 2005 Messages 60 Reaction score 2 Location PA Feb 23, 2008 #1 Can anyone tell me a mix of beeswax and rendered bear fat? And do you use the solid from the bottom or the liquid off the top. Thanks -Jerry P
Can anyone tell me a mix of beeswax and rendered bear fat? And do you use the solid from the bottom or the liquid off the top. Thanks -Jerry P
R rabjr Cannon MLF Supporter Joined Apr 3, 2004 Messages 15,602 Reaction score 24 Feb 24, 2008 #2 I have been using a 65/35 mix the last few years thats worked just fine for me. Both the rendered fat or the oil can be used for the lube.
I have been using a 65/35 mix the last few years thats worked just fine for me. Both the rendered fat or the oil can be used for the lube.
G GJP 36 Cal. Joined Mar 25, 2005 Messages 60 Reaction score 2 Location PA Feb 24, 2008 #3 Thanks Swamp Rat, I knew I could count on you! You do mean 65% beeswax 35% bear fat right?
R rabjr Cannon MLF Supporter Joined Apr 3, 2004 Messages 15,602 Reaction score 24 Feb 24, 2008 #4 Oh no sorry, 65% bear/35% beeswax.
G GJP 36 Cal. Joined Mar 25, 2005 Messages 60 Reaction score 2 Location PA Feb 24, 2008 #5 Thanks for helping me out.I will try to make some up tomorrow. Jerry P.
B bingo1952 54 Cal. Joined Jan 16, 2008 Messages 1,647 Reaction score 4 Feb 24, 2008 #6 Save the oil it is a wonderful gun lube. According to Foxfire 5 it would actually permeate the old iron barrels on original weapons.
Save the oil it is a wonderful gun lube. According to Foxfire 5 it would actually permeate the old iron barrels on original weapons.
Guest Feb 24, 2008 #7 I have used Swampy's recipe to good results. Darn good recipe for doing it Ol' Timey. :thumbsup:
