Slip 2000 725 Gun Cleaner and Degreaser - Cuts Cosmoline and Carbon

In this review the Slip 2000 725 Cleaner and Degreaser earns a clear recommendation for shooters and armorers who need a fast, non-toxic solvent to tackle baked-on deposits. The bottom line is simple: it cleans heavy carbon, cosmoline, grease and gum without petroleum solvents, making it a good fit for shop use or the home bench where safety and fast turnaround matter. The reviewer found it effective on barrels, bolts and receivers and appreciated that it strips deposits quickly so parts can be inspected and reassembled sooner.

Key Features

• Cleaner and degreaser: The formulation cuts through cosmoline, carbon, grease and grime so encrusted parts come apart with less scrubbing.
• Removes deposits: In minutes it helps crack open and crumble stubborn carbon, magnesium, aluminum and gum deposits for easier removal.
• No petroleum ingredients: The aqueous-base formula avoids hazardous petroleum solvents, reducing flammability and strong solvent fumes.
• Excellent for all weapons: Safe to use across handguns, rifles, shotguns and heavier equipment for a consistent clean across platforms.
• Non-toxic and non-hazardous: Made with user safety in mind, it provides effective cleaning with lower toxic exposure than traditional solvent-based cleaners.

Who It's For

This product is aimed at firearm owners and armorers who need a powerful yet safer cleaner for regular maintenance and heavy-duty degreasing. It works well for people who want to remove cosmoline from new parts, strip carbon from bores and chambers, or degum receivers and small components before inspection and lubrication.

Those who should look elsewhere include users requiring a dedicated bore solvent or a product intended primarily for lubricating after cleaning; this is a cleaner/degreaser rather than a long-term protectant. Also, if absolute instant evaporation is required for delicate electronics or assemblies, follow-up drying steps may be needed.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Effectively strips heavy carbon, grease and cosmoline so cleaning time is reduced.
• Water-based, formulated without petroleum solvents, which reduces hazardous fumes and flammability concerns.
• Versatile across firearms and larger equipment for a single cleaner solution.
• Non-toxic formulation increases safety for routine shop use.

Cons

• Being aqueous-based, parts may require drying or a solvent rinse for immediate lubrication or assembly.
• Not formulated as a long-term protectant or lubricant, so a separate oil or coating is still needed after cleaning.

Specifications

Product name	725 Cleaner and Degreaser
Primary use	Gun cleaner and degreaser
Base	Aqueous (no petroleum ingredients)
Safety	Non-toxic and non-hazardous formulation
Effective on	Cosmoline, carbon, grease, gum, aluminum and magnesium deposits
Container size	1 gallon

Our Verdict

Slip 2000 725 Cleaner and Degreaser is a practical choice for shooters and armory technicians who need a strong, non-petroleum cleaner that removes heavy deposits quickly. It delivers solid value by reducing manual scrubbing and improving turnaround, though users should plan to dry and re-lubricate parts after use since it is a cleaner rather than a protectant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this product safe to use indoors?
Yes; it is aqueous and formulated without hazardous petroleum solvents, but use with reasonable ventilation and follow standard handling precautions.

Will it remove baked-on carbon and cosmoline?
Yes; customers report it cracks and crumbles heavy carbon and cosmoline deposits in minutes for easier removal.

Can it replace gun oil or protectants?
No; it is a cleaner and degreaser-parts should be dried and treated with a proper lubricant or protectant after cleaning.