Aloha! Ace Hardware sells pure 100% silicon spray. Some experts preffer Dow Corning Silicon#50. I still use pure mineral oil since the 60's with no problems. Just a side note, baby oil is mineral oil cut with alcohol so eventually it evaporates. Mahalo! CHRIS:) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [log in to unmask] - a forum for informal discussions on molluscs To leave this list, click on the following web link: http://listserv.uga.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=conch-l&A=1 Type your email address and name in the appropriate box and click leave the list. ----------------------------------------------------------------------