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I'm into my 6th decade of shoving tools around this planet. Some of them need oil. There are other tools dedicated to applying oil to the tools that need oil. And so far every one of them, and I mean EACH and EVERY one I've used WITHOUT EXCEPTION leaks, clogs, or BOTH.
Oilcans might as well be called oily cans because they ALWAYS are nasty, greasy oily messes because they LEAK. And to top it off, half the time the oil won't come out where it's supposed to because it's busy coming out where it's NOT supposed to. :rant:

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Can any of you recommend a good, high quality pump oilcan that will squirt when you work the pump and not when you don't? I really like having one sitting by the drill press, but not if it makes a hideous mess where it sits. It doesn't need to be big - a pint or so would be plenty. It doesn't need a flexible spout, though that would be nice if it doesn't leak. I somewhat favor the thumb-lever type rather than the trigger-pull type, but I'd take either that would WORK.
I just looked at Zoro's offerings, but you can't really judge quality from a tiny picture in a catalog. Just because it's $20 at Zoro rather than $2 at HF, it actually any different?
I'd really like some brand name recommendations based on experience.
Thanks!
 
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I bought a couple older Eagle oil cans at a thrift shop for next to nothing.

Ironically they were covered in grease (well, oil that has evaporated) but the only time it has leaked in my ownership is when they are stored tilted over on their side about 30 Degrees.

Unfortunately after a quick search it appears Eagle no longer makes the "pump oiler" anymore.

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The goldenrods are definitely better then anything else, but I still wish there was something better.
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I bought a (new) Goldenrod pump oil can, thinking it might be better than some of my old leakers.

It leaks oil around the bottom seam so fast it will empty itself in a couple of weeks.

It is now empty and sitting in a cabinet only because I didn't want to throw it away so soon.
 
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I have no luck with oil cans. Someone can give me their oil can that is working fine and it will not pump or starts to leak as soon as I touch it. . I really like my Harbor Freight plastic one. I can use it at odd angles and it doesn't leak and always works well!! This is coming from a Snap-On guy...
 
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Pump ones just don't work for **** for me. Had a eagle and a no name USA one and both leaked and would not pump. I got two cans that you push the bottom in to squirt the oil, got a eagle and a no name, both work great.
 
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Gee, you guys are just a ray of sunshine.
Someone told you misery loves company and you actually believed it??:D

But, seriously, folks, what is a Jens?

I did some searching, even followed the quoted post back to its origin, and didn't find a thing. I've been a fan of German tools ever since I bought my first BMW motorcycle which came with a selection of excellent Heyco and Dowidat tools. That German pump oiler looks like it's worth a shot, but who or what is Jens?

I'd probably have tried an Eagle if I'd ever seen one. Their gas cans certainly look well made.

The link in the second or third post led to some good looking cans - at least the rigid spouts are seamless. I had one oilcan that leaked all along the seam in the spout.

I'm not a HF hater, but plastic oilcan?! That's just plain offensive. Anyhow, the latest failure that precipitated this thread was when the PLASTIC spout decided to sever its ties with the rest of the oilcan.

Can someone introduce me to Jenny, Jenny? (one Jens = two Jennys, right?)
 
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Got it: jensputzier.com

They've actually got that very pump oiler listed on ePay. $69!:scared:

Free shipping, so maybe not so bad from Germany.

I just searched for "Germany pump oiler" and there it was. I also found many Eagle oilers for sale (used, of course). Lots of interesting oilers, in fact.

Hmmm ... wonder if starting an oiler collection would serve as an antidote to my vise addiction?
 
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BFBOB said:
RANT MODE=ON :rant:
I'm into my 6th decade of shoving tools around this planet. Some of them need oil. There are other tools dedicated to applying oil to the tools that need oil. And so far every one of them, and I mean EACH and EVERY one I've used WITHOUT EXCEPTION leaks, clogs, or BOTH.
Oilcans might as well be called oily cans because they ALWAYS are nasty, greasy oily messes because they LEAK. And to top it off, half the time the oil won't come out where it's supposed to because it's busy coming out where it's NOT supposed to. :rant:

RANT MODE=OFF
Can any of you recommend a good, high quality pump oilcan that will squirt when you work the pump and not when you don't? I really like having one sitting by the drill press, but not if it makes a hideous mess where it sits. It doesn't need to be big - a pint or so would be plenty. It doesn't need a flexible spout, though that would be nice if it doesn't leak. I somewhat favor the thumb-lever type rather than the trigger-pull type, but I'd take either that would WORK.
I just looked at Zoro's offerings, but you can't really judge quality from a tiny picture in a catalog. Just because it's $20 at Zoro rather than $2 at HF, it actually any different?
I'd really like some brand name recommendations based on experience.
Thanks!
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I have a performance tool one that I can't remember if it leaks or not (shows how much I use it).

Nicks gonna throw this out there...try one of those squirt ketchup bottles and stick a sponge in the nozzle. Not the same idea and not **** but it might be more controllable.:bounce:
 
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I had the same problems. I think all the metal cans leak. I now store my oil in small plastic squeeze bottles. You can buy them on ebay. I bought mine at The Container Store. They are just soft clear plastic with a straight spout. But you can buy the micro oilers with the tiny metal spout or bottles as larger as the diner ketsup container. None leak, and the application is pretty precise. Only problem I've had is making a label that doesn't smear when it gets oily. I even have WD-40 in one.
 
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I purchased 2 Goldenrods from harry J a couple of years ago. A 6oz. pump and a 2 pint pump. They both do not leak. Very good quality and priced right.
 
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I have 2 Dutton-Lainson, they work good. The only issue is the flexable metal hose, it leaked. I removed the hose and installed 1/4" copper tubing. Now they have become GREAT oil cans, without any leaks. I use them to fill the lubricators on my Hit & Miss engines.


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Adam.C said:
I had the same problems. I think all the metal cans leak. I now store my oil in small plastic squeeze bottles. You can buy them on ebay. I bought mine at The Container Store. They are just soft clear plastic with a straight spout. But you can buy the micro oilers with the tiny metal spout or bottles as larger as the diner ketsup container. None leak, and the application is pretty precise. Only problem I've had is making a label that doesn't smear when it gets oily. I even have WD-40 in one.
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I did something similar. I don't know if all the metal cans leak, but for some reason all my oilers (2 pump oilers and 1 spring bottom) are always slathered in oil residue. The bottles themselves don't leak, but they tend to either drool from the spout (pump oiler) or leak from the screw union between the spout and the pump body (spring bottom).

I went to Walmart and got clear condiment bottles for a buck apiece. They're impervious to everything I've put in them so far-- engine oil, air tool oil, Marvel Mystery Oil, even acetone-- and they don't leak. So far, they're not covered in oil. OP, I know this is exactly the answer you DON'T want, but for the dollar you'll invest, I recommend you try one anyway.

The best labels I've tried so far are ordinary self-adhesive mailing labels covered with a strip of clear packing tape. They still get ruined if oil or solvent gets on them, but they last longer than anything else so far.
 
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I do hate it when you oil something, set the can down and come back later to find a bunch of that expensive oil is now on the bench or toolbox you set the oiler on. :(
 
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That's funny I found this thread. I just tossed my oil can because it leaked like crazy! I would wipe it off and set it down and within a few minutes it would have a ring of oil under it. The best would be an oil can that doesnt have a seam at the bottem at all, which is why those plastic harbor freights sound appealing to me. I ordered some vintage 3 in 1 oil cans and I thought I would refill them (because I like the old look). I am also interested in getting the old fashion thumb pump kind.
 
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That German one sure looks pretty, but I don't know if I'd pay $70 for one. Especially compared to the Goldenrod for $6.70 + shipping from Harry J.
 
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I have several pump oilers, the Golden Rods are the best of what I have tried, the cheap China made ones are almost useless. I save empty 16oz titebond bottles for squirty use, but have not tried oil in one yet.
 
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Today I filled up 4 of these with kingpin oil for a customers going on a rally, they really good for the cash ola and you can extend the rod, also they have just the right amount of squeeze on the bottle


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Ok, I guess spring bottom cans are what they're called. Just wondering what type of oil you put in them for general part or tool lubrication.
 
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03protege said:
I bought a couple older Eagle oil cans at a thrift shop for next to nothing.

Ironically they were covered in grease (well, oil that has evaporated) but the only time it has leaked in my ownership is when they are stored tilted over on their side about 30 Degrees.

Unfortunately after a quick search it appears Eagle no longer makes the "pump oiler" anymore.
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I found the exact same oiler in my grandpas shop, it now has cutting fluid in it and sits next to my drill press at home nice and clean.



I bought a new oiler (westward I think)to sit on the drill press at work,it needs to sit on a rag to catch all the cutting fluid it leaks out. :mad:
 
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