NIB FO FX-9

[Pro2a]

I just got a Freedom Ordnance FX-9, and it is the driest gun I’ve ever received.
Im talking dry and chalky all on the outside.
Does anybody have any tips for conditioning these pistols?
BTW, none of the SGM mags (17&33) drop freely, matter of fact they have to be pulled out.
I will use some of your prep tips and post a review of this gun in the proper section too.
Thanks for the tips guys

[Pro2a]

Let me rephrase that....
How would you "season/condition/prep" any bone dry gun?
There has to be more than "lube up the metal on metal contact points"
Right?.....

[shooter444]

Pro2a,... I never came across a "bone dry weapon" ,.... I have a good idea what you are trying to relate, I just never came across one.

Also,... I have never come across a weapon with a " chalky surface ".

So, it is kinda hard for me to have a first hand experience recommendation for you.

But I will tell you what I would do

I have used a variation of Ed's Red cleaner and lubricant for well over a decade now, on ALL my weapons, for ALL my needs, from slight surface rust to bore cleaning and action lube! It has NEVER failed to give me the results I wanted. I have read that this formula can adversely effect some wood finishes, but I have NOT found that to be the case.

I mix up a gallon at a time, and it lasts me for YEARS!!

Here is one of the published formulas, for Ed's Red, just to save you a google ,...

CONTENTS: Ed's Red Bore Cleaner

1 part Dexron ATF, GM Spec. D-20265 or later.
1 part Kerosene - deodorized, K1
1 part Aliphatic Mineral Spirits
CAS #64741-49-9, or substitute "Stoddard Solvent", CAS #8052-41-3, or equivalent.
1 part Acetone, CAS #67-64-1.
(Optional 1 lb. of Lanolin, Anhydrous, USP per gallon, or OK to substitute Lanolin, Modified, Topical Lubricant, from the drug store)

I only mix up a quart each of the Dexron ATF, kerosine, mineral spirits and acetone,... not interested in the lanolin. The last batch I mixed up has been sitting on the shelf for 5 or 6 years now and it is as good as the first day I mixed it,... has never separated,... or changed in consistency, ONE BIT, from DAY ONE, to today!

I would break down the "bone dry weapon with chalky exterior" as much as I could, and let all sit in a jug of Ed's Red. Enough to be well above all parts, for a couple days.

That is what I would do,... but, not SEEING and TOUCHING exactly what you are talking about,... all I can do is give you this uneducated suggestion for your specific situation.

All the best!

P.S.,... if you do mix up a batch, and want to be cautious,... try scrubbing a small section of the surface with some and an old tooth brush. I have no doubts it will have a positive effect on your " bone dry condition ".

[Pro2a]

Thanks shooter
Would you say this is kind of a homemade CLP?
I may have to mix up a batch.

[shooter444]

Don't know, never used CLP,... sorry.

P.S.,... I have read that you should start the mix with the transmission fluid first,... I don't know why,... I just do it, anyway.

[Pro2a]

Don't know, never used CLP,... sorry.

It’s like a jack of three trades, master of none.
Good `ol Hoppes cleans better, straight oil probably lubricates better, and probably provides a barrier of protection better than nothing at all.

[smithers599]

Let me rephrase that....
How would you "season/condition/prep" any bone dry gun?
There has to be more than "lube up the metal on metal contact points"
Right?.....

Nope. That's all there is to it. If it's dry, lube it.

[Pro2a]

Nope. That's all there is to it. If it's dry, lube it.

I think I’ll make a review if this, to show what I mean by “chalky”
When I get a chance I’ll take some pics and get a timeline going.

[Ballistic Therapy]

I would just oil it up and shoot it.

[redj]

I assume this is a new gun.
I agree with the oil and shoot.
I wouldn't think you should have to do anything special with it.
Any light weight oil should work.
Just make sure it is oiled up good and take it out and try it.

[Azgunlover69]

G-96! I love that sheeit and it smells nice. Bring it over and I'll spray it down!