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Originally Posted by ILLusion
Silicone oil is no good, as it's not really a lubricant at all, especially with metal-on-metal applications. We use it in airsoft simply because it's (mostly) inert to the rubbers we use, and it keeps them moist. It does nothing at all for metal-on-metal movement. If anything, it just makes a mess by creeping all over the place.
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Hmm, in that case, ceramic grease would probably make it worst since the viscosity of the grease will create more resistance for the slide, and hence, slow down cycling speed. What if I use graphite powder as a dry lube?