Ballistol for gun and leather care - 500ml

Are you looking for a truly universal and time-tested product for the comprehensive maintenance of your historical and modern gear? This large, half-litre bottle of the legendary Ballistol oil in liquid form is the Holy Grail for every fencer, hunter, re-enactor, and skilled DIY enthusiast. You can use it to deeply clean steel plate armour, treat the dried-out wooden stock of a musket, and soften hardened leather straps and scabbards. Because it is based on medically pure white oil, it is completely safe, extremely skin-friendly, and 100% biodegradable. Stock your workshop with this economical supply of liquid miracle and rest assured that your precious equipment will always be in perfect condition! Further product information ...

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Large Bottle of Universal Ballistol Oil for Weapons and Leather Care

The History of the Legendary Ballistic Oil

In 1904, the German Imperial Army commissioned scientist Friedrich Klever with a difficult task: to develop a universal oil that could reliably clean and maintain the metal parts of weapons, preserve wooden stocks and soldiers' leather gear, and also serve to treat minor wounds in harsh field conditions. The result was the so-called Ballistic Oil (hence the name Ballistol). Because it is completely harmless and safe even for food contact, it quickly found its way into ordinary households and workshops. The modern formula retains these fantastic historical properties to this day, offering an environmentally friendly maintenance solution without compromise.

Proper Use of the Liquid Form and Maintenance Tips

Unlike aerosol sprays, this liquid oil is absolutely ideal for surface application using a soft cloth or a brush. It is excellently suited for soaking small corroded parts or for thorough surface waterproofing of leather saddles, belts, and wooden furniture. Apply the oil gently to the treated surface, let it soak in sufficiently, and wipe away any excess with a dry cotton cloth. Thanks to its exceptional creeping capability, the oil penetrates even the smallest micro-cracks in the metal and reliably displaces moisture, thereby halting incipient corrosion long-term. The oil does not thicken over time and leaves no sticky resinous residue.

Crucial Safety Warnings and Shipping Restrictions

Although it is not a pressurized aerosol, the product is classified as a flammable liquid. Always keep the container tightly closed. Completely avoid handling and storing it near heat, hot surfaces, sparks, and open flames. Do not smoke during application. Due to the presence of flammable substances, air freight and export of this product to Switzerland are strictly prohibited.

Technical Specifications

Product Type Universal lubricating, cleaning, and preservation oil (liquid)
Volume 500 ml (approx. 16.9 fl oz)
Packaging Metal bottle with screw cap
Base Composition Medically pure white oil
Key Features Biodegradable, resin-free, skin-friendly
Shipping Restrictions Air freight and export to Switzerland are prohibited

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