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waco
09-30-2009, 09:57 PM
what is it?
what is it used for?
and where do i buy it?
thanks
waco:coffeecom
mto7464
09-30-2009, 10:01 PM
Kriol?? Sounds like some evil villian.:-D Kroil can be bought from various sources, I got mine from Brownells. It is a penetrating oil as far as I know. Smells good too.
Leadforbrains
09-30-2009, 10:01 PM
Do you mean Kroil?
runfiverun
09-30-2009, 10:01 PM
it's a penetrating my local gunstore has it.
but i understand it comes in cans and spray applications.
Leadforbrains
09-30-2009, 10:03 PM
Kroil
Its good for cleaning and prepping bores on rifles and hand guns and it has been used for breaking in cast iron molds.
Every bench top should have a can sitting on it.
RayinNH
09-30-2009, 10:12 PM
You can also order it direct from the manufacturer.

http://www.kanolabs.com/
ghh3rd
10-01-2009, 08:20 AM
I got mine from the dealer - a 2 can 'introductory' deal. Forgot how much, but it was reasonable and I received it quickly.
Junior1942
10-01-2009, 08:28 AM
Watch MidSouth and MidwayUSA for a sale on Kroil. Like Leadforbrains said, every bench ought to have a can.
cajun shooter
10-01-2009, 08:43 AM
I started using Kroil in machine shop work and auto repair. It is used in the firearms trade also which was shown to me by one of my many mentors. It is great for taking care of leaded bores and such. Once you use it your bench will always have room for a can. Look up Kano Kroil on the PC.
roarindan
10-01-2009, 08:51 AM
I love the stuff!! I spray it down the bore,wipe the barrel and action. spray the threads on the reloading dies, the threads on the screw on wing nut on the vib. cleaner,use it to lube the air wrench, even give a small spray to my shredded wheat in the mornin!!!
jonk
10-01-2009, 08:55 AM
I think it is ok but nothing great. It is a penetrating oil, yes, and not a bad one, but nothing I can't mix up with homemade ingredients cheaper.

Search 'penetrating oil test' and you'll find that a homebrew of light oil or transmission fluid and acetone actually works a lot better.
mto7464
10-01-2009, 02:27 PM
I think it is ok but nothing great. It is a penetrating oil, yes, and not a bad one, but nothing I can't mix up with homemade ingredients cheaper.

Search 'penetrating oil test' and you'll find that a homebrew of light oil or transmission fluid and acetone actually works a lot better.

Yeah but kroil won't hurt the finish of a stock like acetone will.
wiljen
10-01-2009, 04:01 PM
what is it?
what is it used for?
and where do i buy it?
thanks
waco:coffeecom

Ok, you have been involved in firearms for how long? I read this and wonder if you were abducted by aliens in the 1940s are returned this week. Kroil has been the Gun oil for as long as I can remember on the benchrest scene. Walk down the line at any major match and you'll see as many bottles of Kroil as you will Harrell powder measures.
257 Shooter
10-01-2009, 06:14 PM
Wiljen,

It was not the aliens, it was all the David Karesh sermons in Waco, TX. Waco thought they were for him.. :kidding:
RoyRogers
10-01-2009, 08:50 PM
I like kroil but it does turn to a sticky varnish over time. It is a good penetrant but not so good a lubricant IMO. I keep several cans around. Kano does sell several variations other than the kroil most gunnies have on their bench, one of which is a lubricant.
waco
10-01-2009, 09:08 PM
ok
that was funny 257 shooter!:bigsmyl2:
lylejb
10-01-2009, 09:30 PM
For automotive work, it the best penatrating oil i've ever got my hands on. I love it!

I was a ford dealership technician, and ford called for it by name for some applications. I've seen it do things no other penatrating oil would. I've had exhaust bolts so rusted that they take a size smaller socket. spray (aero-kroil), soak 5 min, hammer on size smaller socket, and take them out.

Using it on guns is a new thing to me. I like it there , too.

It is expensive, we got it from our local auto parts store (special ordered a case for us), but worth it.

Waco, if your ever up around Portland, Clackamas auto parts in Oregon city has the spray version, Aero-kroil, for $17 an industrial size spray can. It's well worth it to me.

PM me if you want their phone / address.
257 Shooter
10-02-2009, 12:01 AM
Waco, Glad that you got a laugh. Kano Labs is running to cans fo $12.00 online.
cajun shooter
10-02-2009, 07:28 AM
+1 on the free Kroil. The web site has a special of 2 16 oz spray cans delivered to your door for $12 as stated above. I called the number and in just days my two cans were delivered. 1/2 the price of normal purchase so it's getting a can free.
Idaho Sharpshooter
10-02-2009, 12:33 PM
It's just really great on black powder clean up as well.

Rich
Shooter6br
10-02-2009, 12:45 PM
Poor mans Kroil I use Marvel Mystery oil found in automotive section. Less than half the price of Kroil
dsmjon
10-02-2009, 12:54 PM
It's good stuff. Not worth paying ground shipping unless you find it on sale. Just watch Midway, Natchezss, etc. Last I bought some, I got 4 or 5 cans for about $15 shipped.

I use it for lots of things, cleaning bores, removing rust w/ steel wool, to wiping down the blued guns before storing them.
Wally
10-02-2009, 01:03 PM
Can you buy it at any of the big box stores..Lowes or Home Depot or Ace Hardware?
dsmjon
10-02-2009, 01:20 PM
I've never seen it except for 1 gun store here around Raleigh, NC.... that store is asking $14 PER CAN... The stuff is NOT worth that price.
Edubya
10-02-2009, 01:37 PM
I've never seen it except for 1 gun store here around Raleigh, NC.... that store is asking $14 PER CAN... The stuff is NOT worth that price.
dsmjon, you can get twice as much for that price @ http://www.kanolabs.com/google/

EW