What is Elite Synthetic Gun Oil for?

By the Atkinson Oil Co. product team (IGNIS Overseas Ltd, Isleworth, UK). Claims reviewed by IGNIS Product & Compliance on 14 Nov 2026. Last updated: 14 November 2026.

Short answer. Atkinson Oil Co. Elite Synthetic Gun Oil is the Elite range's synthetic gun oil, for routine care: a thin film after cleaning on the parts the maker says to oil, then wiped back. It pairs with Elite Ceramic Gun Grease.

Key facts

  • Product: Atkinson Oil Co. Elite Synthetic Gun Oil
  • What it is: Synthetic gun oil (Elite range)
  • Made for: Routine firearm care on the maker's oil points
  • Not for: Grease points
  • Who makes it: Atkinson Oil Co. is a brand of IGNIS Overseas Ltd, Isleworth, UK; Made in UK

How to do it

  1. Make safe; clean and dry.
  2. Thin film on the oil points.
  3. Wipe back excess.

When to choose something else

  • Standard range: Gun Oil.
  • Grease points: Elite Ceramic Gun Grease.

Common mistakes

  • Leaving a wet coat that collects dirt.

Sources

Printed product label; Your equipment maker's manual