Metal's Best Friend. In a Can.

From corroded tool joints to squeaky garage door hinges, Ballistol is the metal lubricant that cleans, lubricates, and protects every metal surface you rely on. It penetrates deep, fights rust and corrosion, and handles a wide range of metals with a single application. No product switching, no sticky buildup, no second-guessing.

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Penetrating Protection at the Molecular Level

Rust doesn't wait, and neither should your lubricant. Ballistol's alkaline formula neutralizes the acidic residue from hand sweat and moisture that degrades metal surfaces over time. Apply it to any metal joint, tool, or component and it penetrates through capillary action, forming a film lubrication barrier that reduces friction and blocks corrosion before it starts. Tough on grime, clean in application, and no sticky residue left behind.

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One Product for Every Metal Surface

Ballistol doesn't play favorites. Steel, aluminum, titanium, brass, and non-ferrous metals all respond the same way: clean, lubricated, and protected with a single pass. Swap between a soft cloth for larger surfaces and a fine brush or precision applicator for tight joints and small components. Whatever metal you're working on, the answer is the same bottle.

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Safe for Your Metal, Safe for You

Ballistol is biodegradable, non-toxic, and skin-safe. Lubricate tools, equipment, and metal parts without worrying about harsh chemicals around your family or workspace. As it dries, what remains is a practically odorless protectant that keeps working long after application. Gentle on skin, tough on corrosion.

Always As Good As The Day You Bought It.

Most lubricants break down faster than the metal they're supposed to protect. They oxidize, thicken, and eventually harden into a gummy residue through a process called "resinification." Ballistol is built differently. Its antioxidant formulation resists this process, staying fluid and effective long after conventional lubricants have given up.

The proof is in a bottle found in an attic in 1985, sitting untouched for over 60 years. The oil had not hardened. A chemical analysis confirmed it was chemically identical to freshly produced Ballistol. If your metal surfaces need a lubricant that lasts as long as the parts it protects, there's only one answer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Ballistol be used on all types of metal?

Absolutely. Ballistol works on steel, stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, brass, non-ferrous metals, and more. Its formula is compatible with mixed-material equipment as well, including most plastics and rubbers. If it's metal and it needs protection, Ballistol handles it.

Does Ballistol protect against rust and corrosion long-term?

You bet. Ballistol forms a protective film on metal surfaces that guards against moisture, salt, and oxidation. It keeps working even after the volatile components evaporate, leaving a clean, nearly odorless barrier behind. A solid choice for any metal surface exposed to humidity, salt air, or extreme conditions.

Will Ballistol attract dust or gum up metal joints over time?

Not a chance. Unlike conventional grease and oil-based lubricants that attract particles and thicken into buildup, Ballistol resists resinification and stays clean. Metal joints and bearings keep running smoothly without the sticky accumulation that makes most lubricants their own worst enemy.

Is Ballistol effective at both high and low temperatures?

Yes. Ballistol maintains its lubricant performance where standard mineral oils fail, holding its protective film at low temperatures where other oils stiffen and under high temperature conditions where extreme pressure breaks down lesser formulations. Cold snaps and summer heat waves included, Ballistol stays consistent.

What is the right application method for metal surfaces?

It depends on the job. A soft cloth works well for broad metal surfaces. For tight spots like metal joints, bearings, and small metal components, use a fine brush, pipette, or precision spray applicator. Work it in, wipe the excess, and capillary action handles the rest.

OTHER UNIQUE FEATURES & USES

The most astounding feature of Ballistol is perhaps its universality. There are other protectants/lubricants in the market, but none have the same wide range of applications, in combination with other unique capabilities, as compared to Ballistol.

Ballistol can be used to clean, to preserve, to protect, to prevent corrosion, and maintain not only objects made out of metal but also wood, hard plastics, and even smooth leather. WARNING: Do not use on suede.

While most other brands are pH-neutral, i.e. have a pH around 7, Ballistol has a pH between 8 and 8.5. This is why Ballistol is capable of neutralizing mild acids and human hand sweat, which is of a slightly acidic nature.

Ballistol does not resinify. Most other lubricants are subject to relatively fast aging and oxidation. They harden in time – a process which is called “resinification.” The oil begins to thicken, becomes sticky, gluey, and finally turns into a hard resinous substance. By contrast, Ballistol contains a combination of anti-oxidants and medical oils, which together make it much less susceptible to the process of aging than other lubricants.

SOME OF BALLISTOL’S 1,001 USES:

  • Lubricates hinges, door locks, padlocks, scissors, pocket knives, bicycle chains, and more
  • Cleans silver and brass
  • Lubricates moving mechanical parts of typewriters, video cameras, printing calculators, etc.
  • Rejuvenates wood surfaces, especially antique furniture
  • Cleans and impregnates leather boots, saddles, jackets, motorcycle clothing, saddle bags, hoisters, slings, and belts
  • Keeps battery terminals free of corrosion and neutralizes spilled acid
  • Removes tar and insect stains from motor vehicles
  • Inhibits corrosion from salt and salt water
  • Winterizes motors, neutralizes acidic residues from fuel combustion in engines
  • Helps extract water from fuel tanks
  • Shines gel coat on fiberglass boats
  • Protects electrical contacts on boats and trailers
  • Removes traces of lead, copper, and tombac from bores and chambers of firearms
  • Neutralizes acidic residues in black powder guns
  • Removes ball-point pen ink from smooth surfaces
  • Frees calcium-locked faucets