Recommendations wanted - gun oil dispenser

Grey_Lion · April 25, 2020, 02:42 PM

I got a good deal on a container of mil-spec gun oil and have been looking for a refillable oil can to dispense it but haven't liked anything I've found. I want a refillable container that will dispense one tiny drop of oil at a time . Anyone have an oil can they have been very happy with?

HiBC · April 25, 2020, 03:18 PM

You might try a gun oil can, a 3 in ! oil can, A lighter fluid can In other words,the can that was developed for the job.

If you can find a commercial oil can / container to suit you,it likely costs as much as a containr full of product.

I suggest staying away from some other repurposed bottles,such as Visine bottles.

They might work,but inadvertently squirting gun oil in your eye would be bad.

Murphy's Law is real

LavaTech · April 25, 2020, 03:27 PM

This is similar to the 30 ml plastic squeeze bottle I use. I find the needle applicator to be quite handy.

jpx2rk · April 25, 2020, 05:18 PM

Buy a bottle of Rem gun oil, use it or dump it, and you have a gun oil labeled bottle.

LeverGunFan · April 25, 2020, 07:12 PM

If anyone in your family uses eye drops, they often come in 1/2 ounce (15 ml) bottles. Remove the label, pop the top off, and wash it out. Use a Sharpie to mark it for gun oil. Fill it with your oil and pop on the top and you have a handy little oil bottle. The translucent ones are best to keep tabs on when a refill is needed.

Ricklin · April 26, 2020, 07:41 AM

I like the one posted earlier, squeeze bottle with a dull needle applicator.

I don't like seeing guns swimming in oil. Many a fine old LC Smith sidelock has had it's buttstock ruined by too much oil, for too many years.

Not a bad idea to store muzzle down, is their any reason not to?

That's where the needle applicator shines. A very small amount of oil, in exactly the right places.

Grey_Lion · April 26, 2020, 08:33 AM

I never would have thought to look at fly fishing gear for a gun oil applicator. I ordered it. - Thanks for the lead LavaTech

**Aguila Blanca** · April 26, 2020, 09:32 AM

Like what LavaTech posted:

https://www.brownells.com/gunsmith-t...prod20180.aspx

These are 1-ounce. Brownells also has three-packs of them in a 1/2-ounce size, for $8.99, but those are out of stock at the moment.

David R · April 26, 2020, 09:38 AM

I purchased this 2 years ago. I keep it in my shooting box. Love it. Does not leak.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

For on the bench, I bought a needle type gun oil container ad dumped it. Filled with my preferred oil.

David

jwamplerusa · April 26, 2020, 10:30 AM

I bought these, and have been happy. Cheap, disposable, and performs the job I want them to do with Kroil and Slip2000EWL.

https://www.amazon.com/Bantoye-Appli...%2C169&sr=8-10

2wheelwander · April 26, 2020, 10:31 AM

https://www.amazon.com/Plastic-Stain...strial&sr=1-17

stinkeypete · May 1, 2020, 12:34 AM

I use these...
https://www.amazon.com/Rienar-Dispos...l%2C198&sr=1-3

they are sorta like long nose plastic eye droppers. Some for squirting Hoppes in the bore for cleaning, some for pulling lubricant out of the tight container. Once you get a whole bottle of oil in your range bag... you'll go back to the tightest fitting container you can find. Ask me how I know.

ballardw · May 1, 2020, 02:45 AM

Model train shops have a variety of lubricant dispensers designed to reach small bits with needle caps.

jfruser · May 1, 2020, 09:09 AM

I have the little needle-nosed bottles form Brownells. I also have Goldenrod oil cans. They usually get filled with synthetic motor oil and synthetic ATF fluid, both of which I use on firearms. No reason you could not put gun oil in them.

https://www.amazon.com/goldenrod-oil...f=sr_nr_p_89_2

KyJim · May 2, 2020, 03:21 PM

Add me to the list that likes the plastic bottles with the needle oiler (like those from Brownells). They give you very precise control.

jhansman · May 3, 2020, 04:20 PM

I use bottles meant for henna application, and these have proven perfect for my needs:
https://hennacaravan.com/collections...ck-bottle-2-oz
Along with their luer lock tips (three sizes) they are my go to for solvents and oil. Precise application, no excess, waste or mess.

Grey_Lion · July 19, 2020, 02:41 PM

Coming back around after experiencing the product first hand.

I'm using the fly rod gear oil dispenser and it is PERFECT for getting that one tiny drop of oil RIGHT where you want it!

Highly recommend this item for gun owners in general and reloaders specifically.

My specific application is putting a tiny drop of oil on a piece of brass just before putting it into my BTSniper swage die to make a hollow point out of it.

Find pic in the reloading area if you want to see what I'm doing.

Shadow9mm · July 19, 2020, 06:08 PM

I have had bad luck with oil bottles pens and dispensers in general. Everything from broken pens to bent needles, to pens that would only allow certain oils to flow or leaked. I recently found and have had great luck with the Lucas Extreme Duty oil bottle. I wanted to test the oil (so far it is really impressing me) but I love the bottle it came in. It was like $9 off of Amazon, about the same price as a decent bottle by itself. Try the oil, toss the bottle if you do not like it.

cecILL · July 21, 2020, 06:49 AM

I buy syringes and needles at the local farm store.

Grind the needles flat and fill with 0-20 Mobil I full synthetic, or your favorite gun oil.

Super cheap and great oilers.

jmhyer · July 21, 2020, 08:58 AM

I took Shadow's advice. Found an Amazon deal for two of those 1 ounce Lucas Extreme Duty bottles (with oil of course) for something like $11 with free shipping. As he mentioned, even if I don't like the oil (which I think is unlikely), it's almost worth it just to get the the bottles, which I can refill with any lubricant and reuse as needed. They should arrive in a few days.

Thanks, Shadow9mm.

HiBC · July 23, 2020, 08:44 AM

I just had a thought I've never tried,it might suit the needs of someone....
There are calligraphy pens that are made like the antique quill pens.
For some colorful, anachronists, an old inkwell and pen might work well.

Bob Willman · July 23, 2020, 09:57 PM

Check clock service supply places. Many have long needle dispensers for reaching into clock movements.

Bob
WB8NQW

langenc · July 26, 2020, 02:25 PM

Dewey Cleaning rod had at on time a small oil bottle that would dispense one drop at a time. I use mine regularly. Holds about 1 oz..

April 25, 2020, 02:42 PM	#1
Grey_Lion Senior Member Join Date: April 15, 2018 Location: Baton Rouge - Louisiana Posts: 406	Recommendations wanted - gun oil dispenser I got a good deal on a container of mil-spec gun oil and have been looking for a refillable oil can to dispense it but haven't liked anything I've found. I want a refillable container that will dispense one tiny drop of oil at a time . Anyone have an oil can they have been very happy with?

April 25, 2020, 07:12 PM	#5
LeverGunFan Senior Member Join Date: August 25, 2007 Location: Indiana Posts: 407	If anyone in your family uses eye drops, they often come in 1/2 ounce (15 ml) bottles. Remove the label, pop the top off, and wash it out. Use a Sharpie to mark it for gun oil. Fill it with your oil and pop on the top and you have a handy little oil bottle. The translucent ones are best to keep tabs on when a refill is needed. __________________ *Support the Second Amendment Foundation and the Firearms Policy Coalition*

April 26, 2020, 07:41 AM	#6
Ricklin Senior Member Join Date: February 22, 2008 Location: SW Washington state Posts: 2,011	Needle I like the one posted earlier, squeeze bottle with a dull needle applicator. I don't like seeing guns swimming in oil. Many a fine old LC Smith sidelock has had it's buttstock ruined by too much oil, for too many years. Not a bad idea to store muzzle down, is their any reason not to? That's where the needle applicator shines. A very small amount of oil, in exactly the right places. __________________ ricklin Freedom is not free

April 26, 2020, 09:32 AM	#8
Aguila Blanca Staff Join Date: September 25, 2008 Location: CONUS Posts: 18,458	Like what LavaTech posted: https://www.brownells.com/gunsmith-t...prod20180.aspx These are 1-ounce. Brownells also has three-packs of them in a 1/2-ounce size, for $8.99, but those are out of stock at the moment. __________________ NRA Life Member / Certified Instructor NRA Chief RSO / CMP RSO 1911 Certified Armorer Jeepaholic

May 1, 2020, 02:45 AM	#13
ballardw Senior Member Join Date: September 19, 2008 Posts: 1,411	Model train shops have a variety of lubricant dispensers designed to reach small bits with needle caps. __________________ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ All data is flawed, some just less so.

April 25, 2020, 03:18 PM	#2
HiBC Senior Member Join Date: November 13, 2006 Posts: 8,283	You might try a gun oil can, a 3 in ! oil can, A lighter fluid can In other words,the can that was developed for the job. If you can find a commercial oil can / container to suit you,it likely costs as much as a containr full of product. I suggest staying away from some other repurposed bottles,such as Visine bottles. They might work,but inadvertently squirting gun oil in your eye would be bad. Murphy's Law is real

April 25, 2020, 03:27 PM	#3
LavaTech Member Join Date: May 13, 2011 Posts: 21	This is similar to the 30 ml plastic squeeze bottle I use. I find the needle applicator to be quite handy.

April 25, 2020, 05:18 PM	#4
jpx2rk Senior Member Join Date: December 29, 2015 Posts: 387	Buy a bottle of Rem gun oil, use it or dump it, and you have a gun oil labeled bottle.

April 26, 2020, 08:33 AM	#7
Grey_Lion Senior Member Join Date: April 15, 2018 Location: Baton Rouge - Louisiana Posts: 406	I never would have thought to look at fly fishing gear for a gun oil applicator. I ordered it. - Thanks for the lead LavaTech

April 26, 2020, 09:38 AM	#9
David R Senior Member Join Date: January 2, 2015 Location: The swamps of WNY Posts: 753	I purchased this 2 years ago. I keep it in my shooting box. Love it. Does not leak. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 For on the bench, I bought a needle type gun oil container ad dumped it. Filled with my preferred oil. David

April 26, 2020, 10:30 AM	#10
jwamplerusa Member Join Date: January 8, 2017 Location: Central Indiana Posts: 34	I bought these, and have been happy. Cheap, disposable, and performs the job I want them to do with Kroil and Slip2000EWL. https://www.amazon.com/Bantoye-Appli...%2C169&sr=8-10

April 26, 2020, 10:31 AM	#11
2wheelwander Senior Member Join Date: January 9, 2018 Posts: 539	https://www.amazon.com/Plastic-Stain...strial&sr=1-17

May 1, 2020, 12:34 AM	#12
stinkeypete Senior Member Join Date: July 22, 2010 Location: Madison, Wisconsin Posts: 1,292	I use these... https://www.amazon.com/Rienar-Dispos...l%2C198&sr=1-3 they are sorta like long nose plastic eye droppers. Some for squirting Hoppes in the bore for cleaning, some for pulling lubricant out of the tight container. Once you get a whole bottle of oil in your range bag... you'll go back to the tightest fitting container you can find. Ask me how I know.

May 1, 2020, 09:09 AM	#14
jfruser Senior Member Join Date: April 6, 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 350	I have the little needle-nosed bottles form Brownells. I also have Goldenrod oil cans. They usually get filled with synthetic motor oil and synthetic ATF fluid, both of which I use on firearms. No reason you could not put gun oil in them. https://www.amazon.com/goldenrod-oil...f=sr_nr_p_89_2 __________________ Regards, jfruser "Books and bullets have their own destinies."----Bob Ross

May 2, 2020, 03:21 PM	#15
KyJim Senior Member Join Date: July 26, 2005 Location: The Bluegrass Posts: 9,142	Add me to the list that likes the plastic bottles with the needle oiler (like those from Brownells). They give you very precise control.

May 3, 2020, 04:20 PM	#16
jhansman Senior Member Join Date: June 17, 2007 Posts: 680	I use bottles meant for henna application, and these have proven perfect for my needs: https://hennacaravan.com/collections...ck-bottle-2-oz Along with their luer lock tips (three sizes) they are my go to for solvents and oil. Precise application, no excess, waste or mess. __________________ Blessed is the man who has nothing to say, and cannot be compelled to say it.

July 19, 2020, 02:41 PM	#17
Grey_Lion Senior Member Join Date: April 15, 2018 Location: Baton Rouge - Louisiana Posts: 406	fly rod oil dispenser GREAT for gun application Coming back around after experiencing the product first hand. I'm using the fly rod gear oil dispenser and it is PERFECT for getting that one tiny drop of oil RIGHT where you want it! Highly recommend this item for gun owners in general and reloaders specifically. My specific application is putting a tiny drop of oil on a piece of brass just before putting it into my BTSniper swage die to make a hollow point out of it. Find pic in the reloading area if you want to see what I'm doing.

July 19, 2020, 06:08 PM	#18
Shadow9mm Senior Member Join Date: March 21, 2012 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 3,967	I have had bad luck with oil bottles pens and dispensers in general. Everything from broken pens to bent needles, to pens that would only allow certain oils to flow or leaked. I recently found and have had great luck with the Lucas Extreme Duty oil bottle. I wanted to test the oil (so far it is really impressing me) but I love the bottle it came in. It was like $9 off of Amazon, about the same price as a decent bottle by itself. Try the oil, toss the bottle if you do not like it. __________________ I don't believe in "range fodder" that is why I reload.

July 21, 2020, 06:49 AM	#19
cecILL Senior Member Join Date: August 13, 2001 Location: central IL Posts: 769	I buy syringes and needles at the local farm store. Grind the needles flat and fill with 0-20 Mobil I full synthetic, or your favorite gun oil. Super cheap and great oilers.

July 21, 2020, 08:58 AM	#20
jmhyer Senior Member Join Date: June 19, 2012 Location: MS - USA Posts: 899	I took Shadow's advice. Found an Amazon deal for two of those 1 ounce Lucas Extreme Duty bottles (with oil of course) for something like $11 with free shipping. As he mentioned, even if I don't like the oil (which I think is unlikely), it's almost worth it just to get the the bottles, which I can refill with any lubricant and reuse as needed. They should arrive in a few days. Thanks, Shadow9mm.

July 23, 2020, 08:44 AM	#21
HiBC Senior Member Join Date: November 13, 2006 Posts: 8,283	I just had a thought I've never tried,it might suit the needs of someone.... There are calligraphy pens that are made like the antique quill pens. For some colorful, anachronists, an old inkwell and pen might work well.

July 23, 2020, 09:57 PM	#22
Bob Willman Senior Member Join Date: January 13, 2018 Location: Bowling Green, Ohio Posts: 110	Check clock service supply places. Many have long needle dispensers for reaching into clock movements. Bob WB8NQW

July 26, 2020, 02:25 PM	#23
langenc Senior Member Join Date: August 19, 2007 Location: Montmorency Co, MI Posts: 1,551	Dewey Cleaning rod had at on time a small oil bottle that would dispense one drop at a time. I use mine regularly. Holds about 1 oz..

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