Regreasing Iron....

[Adam Helmer]

Back in 1962, I left home for a 4-year hitch in USAF. Just before I left, a family friend suggested I run a greased patch of RIG (Rust Inhibiting Grease) down all bores and wipe down the exterior metal to preserve my modest gun collection. Well, I did and the guns were in fine shape when I came home in 1966.

Now, I have a larger collection and annually I do the RIG routine. I include the bayonet collection as well and rust has not been a problem. I have had friends advise they has rust problems because they put 3 or maybe 4 drops of oil on a patch and wiped the bores and next year had rust. Oil, per the old Army Manual, is good for two weeks or less. For proper bore protection the Mil Spec Rifle Grease (RIG) was used. Well, I am about to do the RIG routine with the help of my new farm dawg, Lori. She is a Yellow Lab with an interest in arms and hunting.

Happy New Year to all.

Adam