White Lightning question

[Marc]

I have seen White Lightning mentioned as a lubricant in the Forum. Is this the same as the parafin based lubricant that bicyclists use,or is it a different product?



Marc

[tique]

Same stuff the bike people use. I am not as fond of it as some people, but I have one friend that swears by it.

[Marc]

Thanks Tique!

Marc

[sam the man..]

its wax-based. Modified for folding tools and pocket knives..

Sam

have spydies
will travel...

[toothed]

The dealer that I usually purchase my knives from uses the bicycle (thicker) formula for his display knives. I purchased the "modified" folding tools version (thinner)expecting the same performance but was disappointed with the results. The ratio of solvent-to-wax favored the former too much and left my knife wet for a number of days (and, yes, I did shake the bottle as much as practical).

I am reluctant to use the rest of the bottle and am considering either buying the bicycle version (thicker formula) or something else like Tuff-Glide or Rem-oil.

See if someone can provide you with a few complimentary squirts before you buy.

[tique]

That seems odd to me. I have never had a problems with it staying wet, it always dries pretty quickly for me. I haven't used it a lot, but I have used it on several occasions.
I have had pretty good luck with Remoil myself, but I think I may pick up some Militec-1 when I get a chance.

Sal, Do you have any recommendations on lubricants?

[sam the man..]

A drop or two is what it takes to get the White Lightning working. It's magic! <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> Never had any problems with this white wonder! <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

Sam

have spydies
will travel...

[akbell]

Don't know about anyone else, but I use Breakfree, same stuff I use on all my guns!

[gorski19]

What about WD-40? Not just for cleaning, but as a lubricant and oil for spydies? I was wondering about that one myself.
Mac

[sgtmike88]

WD-40, when left to sit on a metallic surface for long periods of time, will congeal and harden. It's not good to use it on knives or guns that get locked up for months at a time. It's best for displacing moisture and then replacing with a proper lubricant.

[Tom Percy]

I used Wilsons Ultamalube on my knives a couple of months ago, and found it works well.

[gorski19]

Thanks for the feedback on the WD-40. Definitely would not want to gunk up my spydercos!
Mac