What Breech Plug Grease/Anti-Seize Is Best?

[Hausser1]

Many years ago I purchased a 50 caliber Ultimate Muzzleloader from RJ/KJ @ Ultimate Firearms in Okemos.
For many years I shot Triple7 pellets and never changed the breech plug. After seeing many great reviews regarding Blackhorn 209, I decided to switch propellants a couple years ago.
My research turned up flame cut plug concerns, so I switched to the LRMP Module System from Luke @ Arrowhead.
Needless to say, getting the original plug out was a long, white knuckled affair but it finally came out... in 3 large pieces.
To avoid this, I currently remove the plug for cleanup/maintenance every 15-20 shots. When reinstalling, I currently use Loctite LB8150 Anti-Seize compound. It works great, but is messy.
Anyone have suggestions for a cleaner alternative?

 

[brownisdown]

A lot of guys,myself included,use plumpers tape and wrap their breech plug with it.Some use the blue tape also.

 

[GM54-120]

If you are using BH209 now the need for anti seize is a non issue. As far as lube that prevents stuck plugs....They all seem to me messy so Teflon tape. The kind made for SS is what i use when needed. Its normally grey and contains some nickel.
https://www.antiseize.com/poly-temp-ssg-xhd-stainless-steel-grade-ptfe-tape

 

[deermanok]

I use a little dab of lithium grease for the threads.

 

[HC]

I shoot Pyrodex, 777 3F, and BH209 powders and use Permatex nickel antiseze.

 

[Hausser1]

Good suggestions all, Thank-you! I knew I could count on the black crack brotherhood...
On my TC 209x50 Encore, the purple-grape-bubblegum-scented Gorilla Grease worked ok for me, until I ate it. I'm happy to report my knees and elbows felt great for several days..

 

[GregK]

Grey Teflon tape on all my plugs.

Greg

 

[snapbang]

For me any grease on the bench works fine.

 

[toytruck]

Slick 50 teflon grease is what I use. I bought a tube at Walmart years ago and still have over half a tube. I don't see it anymore, not sure if its made any longer. Great on my breechplugs!!

 

[michiganmuzzy]

Ive tried nearly everything. They all work well. Currently im using the CVA anti seize stick. It looks just like a giant chapstick but black.

One of my favorites that really worked great is this CRC Sta-Lube anti-seize engine assembly lube.

imho, any lube will probably work well if you're pulling the plug and cleaning it regularly.

 

[mnoland30]

I bought some automotive anti seize about 30 years ago for some manifold bolts. I now have a lifetime supply. My Kahnke rifle has to be disassembled to remove the breech plug, so I only do it once a year. I shoot 777, and never have trouble removing it.

 

[Pathfinder60]

I have a can of Fel-Pro copper hi-temp anti-seize that I got from my Dad and he's been gone since 06/07/93. I scooped some out and put it into a prescription pill bottle with a toothpick in it to stir it up before use and it doesn't take much of that stuff to work. I shoot BH209 in my Plains Rifle and I never have a hint of a problem. Comes right out.

 

[michiganmuzzy]

I have a can of Fel-Pro copper hi-temp anti-seize that I got from my Dad and he's been gone since 06/07/93. I scooped some out and put it into a prescription pill bottle with a toothpick in it to stir it up before use and it doesn't take much of that stuff to work. I shoot BH209 in my Plains Rifle and I never have a hint of a problem. Comes right out.

I've wondered about using a copper anti seize instead of a nickel or even the ceramic and graphite formulas. There are a lot of different anti seize lubes and i dont think breech plugs even come close to the worst that they(anti seize) are intended for.

 

[fishhawk2700]

Many years ago I purchased a 50 caliber Ultimate Muzzleloader from RJ/KJ @ Ultimate Firearms in Okemos.
For many years I shot Triple7 pellets and never changed the breech plug. After seeing many great reviews regarding Blackhorn 209, I decided to switch propellants a couple years ago.
My research turned up flame cut plug concerns, so I switched to the LRMP Module System from Luke @ Arrowhead.
Needless to say, getting the original plug out was a long, white knuckled affair but it finally came out... in 3 large pieces.
To avoid this, I currently remove the plug for cleanup/maintenance every 15-20 shots. When reinstalling, I currently use Loctite LB8150 Anti-Seize compound. It works great, but is messy.
Anyone have suggestions for a cleaner alternative?

The original UF plugs were designed to NOT come out. The arrowhead plugs WERE designed to come out. I have a UF Black Widow with an Arrowhead conversion in it and shoot heavy loads of BH. I install my plug with teflon tape and a few dabs of gun oil. I normally don't remove the plug until the end of hunting season when I put the rifle up for the year. The plug stays in for 2-3 months. I have no problem with the plug coming out or corrosion. I will clean the bore if it will be more than a day e between shooting sessions. The Arrowhead conversion in an UF does not need to come out every 15-20 shots. With tape and oil it will come out at the same torc as it went in. I'm sure this system I use would make some guys nervous but to each his own.

 

[GM54-120]

Thats what i do on my Knight plugs. Very light coat of oil and then Teflon tape. In reality i probably dont even need the tape but its a habit i cant shake.

 

[Coldaxent]

Woodman Arms has tubes of anti-seize on there web site store. Take a look.

 

[jlynch75]

Pink teflon tape for me. Never had a stuck breach plug!

 

[SLP]

michiganmuzzly: Does the CRC Engine Assembly lube make a mess like Permatex #80078 Anti-Seize (silver color)? That stuff gets on any and everything it touches and it's close to impossible to clean off.....including your hands.

 

[michiganmuzzy]

michiganmuzzly: Does the CRC Engine Assembly lube make a mess like Permatex #80078 Anti-Seize (silver color)? That stuff gets on any and everything it touches and it's close to impossible to clean off.....including your hands.

I know exactly what you mean. This stuff is not that bad. Its black and consistency is just like other anti seize. But it wipes off easily. I picked up this tube at the local CarQuest, on a whim. 10oz tube will last beyond forever. I can send you an ounce or 2 if you want to try some.

 

[Hausser1]

I've wondered about using a copper anti seize instead of a nickel or even the ceramic and graphite formulas. There are a lot of different anti seize lubes and i dont think breech plugs even come close to the worst that they(anti seize) are intended for.

The magic paste I've been using is a "Silver Grade Anti-Seize"