TN Mongo, SASS #61450 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 I have a Cannon brand safe with an S & G dial combination lock. It’s 15 years old and every once and a while it’s hard to turn the dial. I’m sure it needs to be lubricated, but with what? Is regular gun oil OK, or should I use something like graphite used for door locks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarheel Rifleman, SASS # 23477 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 I have a Cannon brand safe with an S & G dial combination lock. It’s 15 years old and every once and a while it’s hard to turn the dial. I’m sure it needs to be lubricated, but with what? Is regular gun oil OK, or should I use something like graphite used for door locks? I'd use graphite for door locks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original Lumpy Gritz Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Call Cannon or S&G for info. The issue is inside, with the lockwork itself. You'll need to pull the back panel on the door. The OEM grease has dried up for the most part. Cheers, LG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mongo, SASS #61450 Posted November 3, 2011 Author Share Posted November 3, 2011 I will try to email Cannon tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaleWolf Brunelle, #2495L Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 I have a Cannon brand safe with an S & G dial combination lock. It’s 15 years old and every once and a while it’s hard to turn the dial. I’m sure it needs to be lubricated, but with what? Is regular gun oil OK, or should I use something like graphite used for door locks? (from S & G website) LubricantQ. What kind of lubrication should I use in my lock? A. Sargent and Greenleaf is currently using Aeroshell 22 in factory to lube mechanical locks. You can also use Versilube or Gn Metal Paste. All parts should be wiped thoroughly clean before applying lubicant. Use a thin invisible film for all lubicant points inside all S&G lock cases. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
August West, SASS #45079 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 S & G Tumbler Service and Install Directions Doesn't look like something I'd attempt, but YMMV. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mongo, SASS #61450 Posted November 4, 2011 Author Share Posted November 4, 2011 Thanks PW! I'll check to see if I can find any of the products mentioned at Shooter's Warehouse, or anywhere else locally. If not I'll find a source on the web. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original Lumpy Gritz Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 All I did with mine was to just spray "mist" the inside of the box where the locking "guts" are. I used LPS #1 is all. Before you close and latch that door when done....Work the combo about 5 times to be sure everdangthing is 100%.... Cheers, LG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chili Ron Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 Howdy, One of my favorite uncles used to tinker with pocket watches etc. He had a little trick for lubricating them. He would put some Rem gun oil in a shallow little dish and put the watch next to the dish. The watch would be open exposing the works but still fully assembled. The watch and oil were put in the direct sunlight and covered with a clear glass bowl. The sun would heat the oil and the oil vapor would be absorbed by the dried lube in the watch. After a day or three he checked the watch and often it was ready to go. If not he went to work on it but a lot of folks thought it was great gettin old pocket watches workd on so cheap or even free. I dont know your setup on the safe but it made me think of my uncle. Best CR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mongo, SASS #61450 Posted November 4, 2011 Author Share Posted November 4, 2011 Lumpy, I'm not inclined to take this lock apart and the LPS #1 spray sounds do-able. I've not heard of LPS #1, is it something that a place like Sportman's Warehouse or a big box home improvement store would carry? Chili, cool idea, but I don't think it will work for my problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy Mingo Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 Heee Haaa TN MONGO.. Ifin you's a Black Powder shooter try some Ballistol Lube.. It works on everything.. Just sayin Heee Haaa Crazy Mingo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Smith NZ Posted November 10, 2011 Share Posted November 10, 2011 As a locksmith, my advise is do not touch it Call a locksmith and have it serviced properly. (Remember, advise is only worth what you paid for it.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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