There is a good amount of debate out there about which one is better. This argument is interesting for a few reasons. First thing is that they are doing two different things. The CLP is doing everything in one, which may take time, but in the end, it will be more economical for the most part. Some people say that the designated lubricant is going to last longer or lubricate "better." I find this idea to be ridiculous unless you are using the product on a machine gun barrel. A lubricant is a lubricant and the difference is in the additives that make it adhere to the metal and penetrate through the fouling to keep the metal lubricated. Typically dedicated additives have lubricant properties that are designed for high temperature tolerances, but tend to choke as soon as they get flooded with fouling. This is where the CLP proves its worth. The CLP will penetrate through everything as the fouling assaults the lubrication points, preventing the fouling from succeeding in caking onto the metal.
Designated lubricants are typically paired with a designated cleaner, which is very aggressive. If you aren't careful, the cleaner could nullify the designated lubricant that you apply afterwards. Though if you are not a high volume shooter, this is of no consequence to you or your firearm. That said, don't be confused about which one works better. Yes the designated lube can have more lubricating properties, but that does not help in a hostile environment when it is being attacked by foreign fouling. This attack is the real test on how the lubricating properties perform, in my opinion.
I am sure you can tell that I am a fan of CLPs by now. This is because I have been a high volume shooter for a very long time. I have tried almost every big name product, and have yet to find a lube that works better and sticks around longer than a CLP. That said, it is up to you to decide which one you prefer. As I said, CLP is good for high volume shooting, while designated lubes are good for people who don't shoot much. Your choice.
Designated lubricants are typically paired with a designated cleaner, which is very aggressive. If you aren't careful, the cleaner could nullify the designated lubricant that you apply afterwards. Though if you are not a high volume shooter, this is of no consequence to you or your firearm. That said, don't be confused about which one works better. Yes the designated lube can have more lubricating properties, but that does not help in a hostile environment when it is being attacked by foreign fouling. This attack is the real test on how the lubricating properties perform, in my opinion.
I am sure you can tell that I am a fan of CLPs by now. This is because I have been a high volume shooter for a very long time. I have tried almost every big name product, and have yet to find a lube that works better and sticks around longer than a CLP. That said, it is up to you to decide which one you prefer. As I said, CLP is good for high volume shooting, while designated lubes are good for people who don't shoot much. Your choice.
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