Rem 700 Firing-pin lubrication

[TroyMN]

I thought I needed to re-grease the spring after I cleaned it, because it is so dirty. It looks like grease is on it. Reading to see what a good gun grease is I found two conflicting write-up regarding the spring lubrication.
http://www.gunreports.com/special_reports/long_guns/American-Gunsmith-Remington-700-rifles-hunting-bolt-action1777-1.html?type=pf
calling for good gun grease

Also this one
http://www.accurateshooter.com/technical-articles/bolt-maintenance-methods-materials/
Calling for light oil if you get rained on.

I now understand basic cleaning and what grease to use on the lugs, cams,ect.
I do not know what the correct spring lubrication?

What is the most recommended method?

 

[Old Navy]

If you want it to go bang in cold weather use a light oil. Later! Frank

 

[STS]

If the MN in your name means Minnesota, I would suggest some dry graphite only.

 

[AR Shooter]

I ask Greg Tannel at Gra-Tan and here is his response:
"No lube goes on the inside of a bolt or firing pin assembly. The
only places are the threads on the bolt shroud, the cocking cam on
the bolt and the back of the lugs. In the shop we use Loctite Heavy
Duty Anti Seize metal free part # 51605."

 

[gmorganal]

A well known gunsmith and USA benchrest team member told me to use a very small amount of Pro Shot Zero Viscosity oil only and nothing else.

 

[22BRGUY]

I've got a can of some stuff called "BLASTER DRY LUBE" that sprays on, dries, and is supposed to leave a dry lubricating film. I haven't used it long enough to tell how well it will work but looks interesting. Anyone else tried this?

 

[Lapua40X]

Speaking in terms of general mechanics, unlubricated springs collect moisture and become weakened due to rust and corrosion. There can also be an element of friction in regions where the spring makes contact with adjacent or mating surfaces. Generally speaking, any lubricant (wet or dry) that prevents moisture, is non-corrosive and will remain in place without running into the lower action/trigger assembly should be sufficient.
Chemical compounds differ so if you change the type of grease you're using be sure to thoroughly wash away any remnants of the previous product. Chemical incompatibility can cause corrosion of parts.
I use a VERY light coating of white lithium grease.

 

[Old Navy]

I ask Greg Tannel at Gra-Tan and here is his response:
"No lube goes on the inside of a bolt or firing pin assembly. The
only places are the threads on the bolt shroud, the cocking cam on
the bolt and the back of the lugs. In the shop we use Loctite Heavy
Duty Anti Seize metal free part # 51605."

Good advice from a well respected craftsman. Later! Frank