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Airsoft Oil and Lubricants

Keep your replica firing at its best with airsoft oils and lubricants, specifically formulated to protect, maintain, and enhance AEGs, GBB pistols, snipers, and HPA systems. From 100% silicone oil to high-viscosity greases, our carefully selected range ensures your seals stay intact, your internals run smoothly, and your gun lasts longer between services.

Since 1988, we’ve supplied UK airsoft players and technicians with field-tested oils and greases, trusted by both beginners and professionals to keep their kit running clean and smooth.

Why Use Airsoft-Specific Oils & Lubricants?

🧴 Protect Internal Components from Wear & Tear

  • Reduces friction between moving parts, especially in AEG gearboxes and GBB slides.
  • Helps prevent premature wear, misfeeds, and malfunctions.

🧴 Preserve Rubber Seals and O-Rings

  • 100% silicone oils won’t degrade plastic or rubber.
  • Perfect for gas mags, valves and hop-up buckings.

🧴 Improve Consistency and Efficiency

  • Keeps nozzles, tappet plates and pistons moving freely.
  • Maintains FPS stability and ensures reliable blowback action.

🧴 Essential for All Gun Types

  • AEGs: Use grease for gears and oil for springs and seals.
  • GBBs: Oil for slides, valves and mags.
  • HPA: Lubricate lines and O-rings for pressure stability.

Types of Airsoft Lubricants

🔥 Silicone Oil (100%)

  • Safe for rubber, plastic and metal.
  • Used on valves, gas mags, hop-up units and barrel seals.

🔥 Silicone Grease

  • Thicker than oil and is used on sliding or rotating parts that need long-lasting protection.
  • Great for GBB slides, recoil springs and gas system internals.

🔥 Gear Grease / AEG Grease

  • High-viscosity grease for AEG gearboxes.
  • Helps reduce wear and quietens operation.

🔥 Valve Oil

  • Specially designed for lubricating gas valves without damaging seals.
  • Prevents leaks and ensures efficient gas flow.

🔥 Maintenance Gas with Lubricant Additive

  • Propellant gas with built-in silicone to maintain gas magazines and seals.

Why Lubricants Are a Must-Have for Every Player

✅ Improves lifespan and reliability of all airsoft guns.
✅ Prevents costly repairs caused by neglect or wear.
✅ Boosts FPS consistency, feeding and trigger response.
✅ Simple to use and highly effective for all skill levels.

Why Shop Airsoft Oils & Greases With Us?

✔️ Expertise Since 1988 – Trusted by the UK’s airsoft community and techs.
✔️ Wide Selection of Lubricants – From sprays and greases to maintenance gases and valve oils.
✔️ Top Brands Stocked – Including Abbey, Nuprol, Guarder, Prometheus, G&G, ASG & Action Army.
✔️ Safe for All Internals and designed for airsoft-specific materials and mechanisms.
✔️ Fast UK Delivery – Get your kit prepped and protected before your next skirmish.

How to Use Airsoft Oil & Grease Effectively

  • Oil lightly; don’t overdo it—a little goes a long way.
  • Apply grease to AEG gears, piston rails, and recoil systems.
  • Use silicone oil on hop-up units, gas valves and O-rings.
  • Clean before reapplying to avoid grime build-up.

Popular Airsoft Lubricant Picks

🧴 Abbey Silicone Gun Oil 35 – Versatile, high-purity oil for everyday use.
🧴 Nuprol Gear Grease – Great for AEG gearbox internals.
🧴 Guarder Valve Oil – Perfect for GBB magazines and pistols.
🧴 Prometheus Hard Gear Grease Set – Pro-grade solution for tuning builds.
🧴 ASG Maintenance Gas with Silicone – Ideal for GBB pistol and mag storage.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Airsoft Oils & Lubricants

1. Can I use WD-40 on my airsoft gun?

No—WD-40 is petroleum-based and can damage rubber components. Always use 100% silicone oil.

2. How often should I lubricate my airsoft gun?

After every few skirmishes, or any time you clean your replica—especially the barrel, hop-up and moving parts.

3. Can I use real firearm lubricants on airsoft replicas?

No—airsoft parts require gentler, synthetic or silicone-based lubricants.

4. What’s the best lubricant for a gas magazine valve?

Use valve oil or silicone oil. Avoid thick grease or any petroleum products.

5. Do electric guns (AEGs) need oil?

Yes—for cylinders, tappet plates and seals. Grease is used on gears and pistons.

6. Will silicone oil improve FPS?

Not directly, but proper lubrication improves efficiency, which helps maintain stable FPS.

7. What’s the difference between oil and grease?

  • Oil: Thin, for seals and moving parts.
  • Grease: Thick, for gears and high-stress areas.

8. Can I use too much lubricant?

Yes—over-lubrication can attract dust and cause performance issues. Use sparingly.

9. How should I store lubricants?

Keep them sealed, upright and out of direct heat or sunlight.

10. Is maintenance gas enough for all lubrication needs?

No, it helps preserve seals, but for full maintenance, use dedicated oils and greases as well.

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