Rem-Drilube

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I had a holster that had a bit more retention than I preferred. It wasn't because the holster was too tight, but because the Resolene was a bit tacky. Even after drying for a full 24 hours in the heat of my Texas garage with a fan blowing on it constantly, it was still tacky (those that use Resolene will probably know exactly what I'm referring to - that plastic'y feeling).

I had a can of Remington Dri-Lube sitting on my gun-cleaning shelf, and thought I might give it a try. Following the directions on the can, I shook it well then gave it a few quick bursts of spray inside the holster. The first time I inserted the gun it was like night & day! The friction was gone, and the gun snapped into place inside the holster!

What do you think? Do you see any harm in applying a light coat of teflon dri-lube spray before a holster leaves the shop?

[katsass]

I had a holster that had a bit more retention than I preferred. It wasn't because the holster was too tight, but because the Resolene was a bit tacky. Even after drying for a full 24 hours in the heat of my Texas garage with a fan blowing on it constantly, it was still tacky (those that use Resolene will probably know exactly what I'm referring to - that plastic'y feeling).

I had a can of Remington Dri-Lube sitting on my gun-cleaning shelf, and thought I might give it a try. Following the directions on the can, I shook it well then gave it a few quick bursts of spray inside the holster. The first time I inserted the gun it was like night & day! The friction was gone, and the gun snapped into place inside the holster!

What do you think? Do you see any harm in applying a light coat of teflon dri-lube spray before a holster leaves the shop?

For what it's worth, I'd do it on something else, wait a week and see how the two substances work together, and if nothing starts to do strange things, like grow hair or something, have at it! Mike

[Shorts]

Some makers do recommend a dry lube. I've yet to try any.

A trick I use is wax paper. Use it to final fit a fresh holster instead of a plastic baggie. Sometimes I've got Resolene that likes to stay tacky as well. I think its the humidity. Also you might have to lighten up the spray. Use finer layers of spray or back off the amount you're spraying. I've done this as well. Should be fine with Resolene at full strength.

[Lobo]

I haven't tried Teflon lubricants, but I can't see any reason not to use Teflon-based dry lubricants.

To ease a very snug fit I have used this procedure:

1. wrap the weapon in plastic wrap

2. smear the outside of the plastic with Johnson's Paste Wax

3. insert into the holster and leave it there for an hour or so

4. remove the weapon and plastic wrap and allow the wax to dry completely.

Johnson's Paste Wax dries completely and will not harm either the leather or the weapon's finish. It will remain in the leather fibers at contact points and provide a bit of lubrication as the weapon is inserted and drawn.

[Art]

If it is for a Leo, I wouldn't worry about it too much. Let me explain.

Most Leos are not gun fanatics. Since their weapons are not used that much, they aren't really maintained that much. They do however oil, with what the department recommends or provides, or just whatever. Some say they over oil, but quite often it is a quick spray down and wipe off, occasionally the weapon will be disassembled for cleaning. What I am getting at is that there is going to be plenty of oil on the inside of a holster, and a little more isn't going to hurt. With any penetrating lube, you just have to be sure it doesn't get to work on the ammunition, it can deactivate the primer.

I like the advice on the Johnson's Wax. I use it on everything metal in the shop (garage) and it sure keeps the rust down, even in our humid climate. Once a year does it.

Art

[TwinOaks]

Yes, you can use the dry lube. I have used it several times and like the results. Since I ran out of the Remdry, I tried some dry lube from Lowes. This one is a 'dry' lube only in the aspect that the solvent evaporates quickly. It leaves behind a waxy residue that accumulates on the weapon....I much preferred the Remdry.