Rust on my Big Dots

[gamboolman]

Has anyone here ever seen any rust on their Big Dots?

I CCW everyday and jog about 6 miles a day in Houston so my gun is bathed in sweat and rain regulary. But that is one of the reasons why I carry Glocks.:supergrin:

Would it be OK to put a little lube on the edge of the rear Big Dot sight where it is butted up against the Dovetail? I am seeing a little rust on the sights there. I was wondering if the oil would deterioate the Red Loktite I used when I installed my Big Dots.

I really like the Big Dots and highly recommend them.

Any advice would be much appreciated

Thanks, gamboolman...

[RayB]

Use of a Silicone Gun Cloth might also keep it "contained".

--Ray

[Tate]

Fear not - Loktite won't be affected. At least I've never seen it fail due to contact with lube of any kind.

The crevices of joints (such as your dovetail, front sight bases pressed on rifle barrels, ect.) seem to promote rust - I always pay special attention to these types of areas and apply clp liberally and let it soak in well.

Good luck.

[Blackjack33]

I have been carrying handguns everyday for over thirty years and experience has shown me that two items subject to rust are the sights and the grip screws. A long time ago I started using a Q-tip with a light coating of gun oil and wiping down the sights and screws at least twice a week or more and I have never had a rust problem again on any gun I have owned or carried. Also, any scratches through the finish should be treated the same way.