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    Stocking up Grease

    I shall soon be replacing the stock on my L39 rifle after re-linseed oiling. It is my understanding that milspec grease was/is used on the action etc. when stocking up/replacing the wood. Is there an equivalent type grease that can be used which can be obtained on the UKicon civilian market? Also, when greasing up, was the grease also applied to the barrel section of the wood on these types of rifles or is it left alone because of the heat from the barrel?
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    It was GREASE, XG-279. I don't know anyone who has it commercially but I suspect that maybe........, just maybe, someone on this site might chip in and be able to help you with a small pot. Half a toothgpaste tube smeared on with a toothbrush should more than do the job

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    Looks like your basic wheel bearing grease to me, but here's the specs:

    Grease, Automotive and Artillery
    NATO Code: G-403
    Joint Service Designation: XG-279

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    http://www.silmid.com/getattachment/...N91-7-TDS.aspx
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    XG 279 is the Joint Service designation to "General Automotive & Artillary" grease with a temperature range of -54c to +105c its NATO code is
    G-403. If you can find a similar spec grease on general sale I guess it should be OK.

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    Every L39A1 I've ever examined was stocked up without any grease evident on the metalwork. The suncorite should be more than adequate for most conceivable conditions.

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    What Thunderbox says is correct about the L39's in that unlike the L42's, none of them seem to be greased. maybe because they weren't expected to be used in harsh climatic conditions etc etc. However, the EMER doesn't differentiate between the 39 and 42 so I would grease it up anyway.

    It's this grease and the OX18/24 and 52 plus a little helping of linseed that gives Armourers shops and their overalls their distinct aroma

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    Okay, I'll bite. Why would one want to put grease(stocking-up, axle, chicken, etc.) on the metal action parts prior to placing it/them into the stocks? Does it help prevent corrosion? I really am curious re this, so TIA f/an answer.

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    To prevent corrosion. Believe me, it really does work

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    i not realy sure but if it uses the grease as a m1 garand use lubriplate it works like what the military used to use hope this helps you.

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