333Jeffery
(.300 member)
31/07/09 09:49 AM
Re: Rangoon oil, used in Victorian era, just how good was it?

I have both Rangoon oil (from H&H), and Young's 303. The Rangoon oil is definitely intended as a preservative. It has the consistency of a heavy oil. Doesn't have much lubricating ability, though. Smells much like Johnson's Paste Wax. I've used it a few times on some of my rifles, but I believe that modern compounds (like Eezox) are a better choice for serious rust-prevention.
As for the Young's 303, it's a cleaner, as well as, a lube. Works quite well removing fouling. Reminds me a good bit of Ballistol, just without the funky smell. Again, modern gun products would do a better job.



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