1134 Pistol Grip Grease Gun with 18" Whip Flex Hose and Coupler, 6" Rigid Extension, 7,500 PSI, Premium Dual Lip Follower, Variable Stroke, Jam-proof Toggle, Filler Air Bleeder Combo

Well-built grease gun but there is a learning curve for me (cost me half tube of grease and one roll of paper towel). Once learning curve is over 1134 is quite predictable and work like a champ. First of all the rubber plunger design of 1134 is different from 1132. 1132 has quite a few youtube videos showing the plunger shape, which is a simple rubber cup with opening toward the T-handle for cartridge loading. However, 1134 came in with plunger rubber that has narrow opening facing the casting head and thicker double o-ring like cross-section at larger OD (for better sealing). I followed the instruction and flip the rubber cup facing the rear (T-handle). It was a struggle and I noticed that the rubber after being flipped over is no longer rounded at large OD in some area due to the metal plate inside (As if it was not meant to be flipped over). Loaded with cartridge, I immediately noticed the plunger went through way too easy right after I released the T-handle. I ended up with whole tube of grease on the other side of plunger. Opened the blue tube, I can see the leak path inside the cartridge tubing due to uneven plunger rubber roundness. I don't think plunger illustration in 1134 manual matches with actual design and don't think there is need to flip the plunger at all (with this improved rubber seal design). After lengthy cleaning up (I managed to save half tube of synthetic grease), I flip the plunger back with small opening toward the casting just like when 1134 was arrived in the box. Loaded the cartridge and now the plunger is doing its job (Stopped and pushed the grease upward toward the casting). Valuable (and messy) lessons learned. I tried unloaded and loaded multiple times with different cartridge, the plunger works just fine and very smooth. No leaking grease on the spring / T-handle anymore. In short, I don’t think 1134 user manual is correct. With 1134’s new plunger rubber cross-section design, I don't see a need to flip the rubber anymore as some other models required. Oh yes the coupler: I have to use vise grip to break the hex loose. Before that there was no way I could attach and detach the coupler to the zerk fitting I bought for Honda trimmer gear head (6mm thread) and the factory fittings on Ariens Snowblower augers. After I manage to loosen the knurl, the coupler functions pretty well. Just loosen the knurl a few turns and attach the coupler to the zerk fitting and hand tighten the knurl to hold the zerk in place. When greasing is done, loosen the knurl fitting a few turns and detach the coupler from zerk fitting. If the goal was to safe-keeping the spring and ball inside the coupler from being lost during shipping, just bag the coupler better. I don’t see the need to make it so tight. Priming: I chose 1134 over 1132 for a few extra bucks because of the priming / bulk fitting 1134 has. It works most of time to burp the air out but I found combination of loosening the blue tube from casting a few turns + gentle pushing the engaged T-handle behind, plus using this priming / bulk fitting will ensure good priming. Once all air is out the grease just keep coming out every time the handle is squeezed, even after the gun sit there for a few days. Storage: Since I don’t use on daily basis I took the advice from one of youtube reviewer and unloaded the plunger pressure when not in use. For long term storage I take cartridge out and wipe clean the tube, plunger, and casting (inside). Put it in a bag and store it in a cool place. A bit messy but I think will help better useful life. I like this gun and intend to keep it for a long time. Overall a bit struggle at beginning but not-deniable built like tank and very smooth to operate. It made me to look around the house to find anything with zerk fittings.

It's a shame this comes in blue and not black, or else I could write a review on a tactical grease gun. I guess this is the civilian version that Delta Force commandos use to grease their Strykers and MH-6 Little Birds. I don't know about you, but having a nice grease gun never really made it on my priority list--that is until I started working on friend's cars (ie, older cars) that still use zerk fittings. If you have the two-handed style grease gun, there's nothing more frustrating than crawling under a car and holding the grease fitting with one hand and trying to operate the lever with the other hand--all while holding the grease gun next to your body like an infant so you can get some leverage. Before you know it, you're covered in grease and if you're lucky you actually got some grease into the zerk before you started spouting obscenities. Oh, and you'll bump your head while crawling out from beneath the car. This pistol-grip grease gun makes it so much easier! You'll swoop down on the hungry mouths of those grease fittings like a Mother Bald Eagle feeding her young. That's right, using this grease gun makes you a better citizen. Take pride in your hard work to keep cars running longer and squeak free. Break free of this throw-away-and-buy-again society and "sealed for long life" mentality. Salute, my friend! This is a very well made grease gun. The head is cast metal (I'm sure it's some special alloy from outer space), the hose is made by Zee Germans and is rated too almost a bazillion PSI, and the tube is made in India. Don't knock India when it comes to heavy, sturdy things made from metal...walk out on your street and take a look at the first man-hole cover you find, chances are it's made in India. Just like all grease guns I've had, burping the air out before the first use is akin to performing a voodoo ritual, but eventually it works. It's got a bleed port on top to release air. Lot's of people have commented on the grease fitting on the end of the hose and how it needs to be adjusted. I haven't found this to be the case. I've found it to slip on and hold tight and release with a gentle tug on all the zerks I've encountered. This is a great grease gun that I wish I had purchased years ago.

I recently purchased the Lincoln Industrial 1134 Extra Heavy Duty Pistol Grip Grease Gun with the 6 Inch Rigid Extension, and I must say, it has exceeded my expectations in every way. The main feature that drew me to this grease gun was the double seal design, which effectively minimizes grease bypassing and prevents wastage - and it certainly lives up to its claim! Using the grease gun was a breeze once I learned the priming process. It might be helpful for users to have clear instructions included, but once you get the hang of it, priming becomes second nature. The supplied grease fitting was surprisingly efficient, and even though I opted to replace it with a locking one, it worked flawlessly during my initial usage. The construction of the Lincoln Industrial 1134 is top-notch, providing a sturdy and comfortable grip. It feels solid in hand, ensuring a precise and controlled application of grease. The 6-inch rigid extension was particularly useful for reaching tight spots, making the task more convenient and efficient. Having used this grease gun extensively, I can confidently say that it has made my greasing tasks much more manageable and less messy. The double seal system truly sets it apart from other grease guns I've used in the past, saving me both time and money by reducing wasted grease. Overall, I highly recommend the Lincoln Industrial 1134 Extra Heavy Duty Pistol Grip Grease Gun to anyone in need of a reliable and efficient tool for greasing tasks. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast or a professional mechanic, this grease gun will undoubtedly make your life easier. Don't hesitate to invest in this fantastic product - it's worth every penny!

I suppose if you are new to grease guns this could be a head scratchier! Having used them since I was a teenager, (which was more than a few years ago) it was not a mystery to me. As stated in other reviews, the coupler collet housing was more than snugged up! It was TIGHT. If I didn't own the appropriate vice jaws and vice, it would have been easy to mar the surface when getting it apart. RIDICULOUS. Once that was done, the grease loaded and air purged, it works fine. The fingers of the collet will take some time to wear in, and it should be easier to get, on and off the zerks. However by adjusting the housing you can finesse it. As this seemed to be a major issue to others, it's might be remedied with a different coupler. This coupler is 3 fingered and maybe a 4 finger type would be easier for some. As also stated in other reviews, the overall quality seems good and sturdy. The barrel is stout, and the threads are well formed, as are the female threads in the head. I was impressed by the smooth roller action on the plunger. So far no liquid grease is getting by the plunger seal, which is a constant issue on my 40 year old, lever type gun. I added a 3 foot hose to my order which makes greasing even easier. If it holds up till I stop maintaining my equipment, it will be a five star. Charles So far when using it, the effort is no more than my old two hand grease gun which when empty, I will recycle.

I must admit, when I read some of the negative reviews here on Amazon regarding the 1134 Grease Gun, I was hesitant at buying, and started considering the 1133 Lincoln model (also a fine gun, good review rating). I also considered other brands. The reviews stating the gun did not fit the zerks well, and would bind up, requiring the tip to be unscrewed was not the sort of "feature" I would enjoy. Also, those stating the gun would not deliver grease in some cases, and QC was an issue also had me concerned. However, after purchasing this gun, I am glad I did. It is built very well, with a cast metal handle assembly - as opposed to the 1133 that has a stamped housing with rivets like many of the cheaper guns. As far as it getting "stuck" on the zerks - for me, the first one I greased was noticeably tight and my first thought was "Uh-Oh!" However, I wiggled and gave it a firm tug, and it came off the zerk no problem From then on, it was much easier to deploy and remove. Is the tip tight on the zerk? Yes it is - but I prefer that...it gives me the feeling of solid contact with the zerk. For those that recommended that those new to grease guns watch the Youtube videos, that is great advice. I did not need to since I have experience with grease guns, but I did take the time to view the top video, and it was well done and hit the key points. Overall, a good experience with the Lincoln 1134. I have greased two vehicles with it now, and getting ready for the third. I am also going to grease wheels on my Snap On's - another benefit of having a grease gun. I did purchase the 90 degree fitting as an accessory - I have on grease fitting on my '04 Suburban that is in a tight spot under the AC compressor, and it needs a special fitting to access. I have not done that yet, nor have I used the 90 degree fitting - but I will write a review for it once I do. For the $38 I spent on this gun, it is probably the best price to value grease gun I have ever purchased, and I expect it to last many years with proper care. I am currently using Lucas Xtra Heavy Duty grease in it, and it works great! Highly recommended to anyone who does not mind spending $40 to get away from the cheaper, less robust grease guns for half the price. Thanks for reading.

Newbies like me might want to read this. Yep, my first fullsize grease gun. I had the mini cartridge gun before, but it didn't have enough volume to grease my Tru-Cut reel mower fully. So I bought this Lincoln gun. I found out some things the hard way. Loading a Cartridge Don't follow the instructions. They are difficult to follow. 1. Simply unscrew the top (pistol) end from the tube. 2. Now move to the bottom plunger end. Leave it attached to the gun body. Don't follow the written instructions shipped with the gun. With a lot of force, pull the "T" handle plunger out ALL THE WAY, then angle it into the small slot opening. Look at the opening where the bar exits the gun body, and you will see the slot. You may or may not feel a little pop when the bar is pulled all the way out. The small slot allows the bar to remain in the pulled back position so you can let it go. As long as the bar will stay in place when you let it go, you're good. *Just be sure that the rubber cup and spring are pulled up as well. If not, you may need to rotate the bar against the cup to lock it together. When you pull up on the "T" bar, you will know if the rubber cup and spring are being loaded, because you will feel a lot of resistance. If not, then you might need to actually unscrew the bottom end from the grease gun body, so you can look at the plunger assembly and rotate it to lock them together. 3. Open BOTH ends of the grease cartridge and insert the slightly smaller end into the grease gun body. One end might have an aluminum lip that prevents that end from going into the gun. Go ahead and pop open the beer can. The aluminum lip sits on top of the grease gun tube and prevents it from sliding into the gun body. 4. Screw the pistol end back on but leave it slightly loosened. Not sure why you need this, but if you don't, you might not be able to pump grease. 5. With the pistol end on the gun, take the "T" bar out of the slot. If you rotate it slowly while pushing it in, you will find a point where you feel very little resistance and the bar will go all the way into the grease gun body. The rubber cup and spring assembly is still in place and pushing on the grease. You just detached the bar from the cup. This is a nice feature, because the bar in not sticking out of the bottom of the gun. 6. Start pumping the pistol. I think by leaving the top pistol end a bit loose on the gun body, you allow air to escape and can send grease up through the hose. Once you feel a little resistance to the pistol pump, tighten that end completely. Hand tighten only. Use a paper towel if it slips too much. Zerk Couplers As this gun runs at 7500psi, you need to be sure that any couplers you attach to the grease gun can handle it and hold a seal. I had an old Lincoln Lubrication 5883 Slotted Right Angle 90 Degree Coupler which has a rating of 1000psi, but I think it's much lower than that. After a few uses, it's probably more like half the rating. The Zerk on my mower must have a rating higher than that, because the coupler leaked grease out the sides without any of it going into the fitting. I think some Zerks have a stubborn ball valve and need more than 500psi to make a good seal. Just guessing. Maybe someone with knowledge on this can help us out. Other than the terrible written instructions shipped with the unit, this gun is 5-star. My dad is a retired journeyman auto mechanic and when I told him I bought a Lincoln grease gun he said, "that's a good brand." Update: After I wrote this up, I found a good "how to install a cartridge" video. http://www.machinerylubrication.com/View/29551/load-grease-gun

This gun is nicer than many of the grease guns I have used since the 1990s. The cast handle is a nice feature, and far better than stamped steel. After bleeding the gun (by loosening the bulk few adapter a few turns) and pumping the handle a few times until the grease comes out the front (and then attaching the hose) worked perfectly, just as with every gun owned in the past. The follower on the unit I received was set for cartridges. In the past, we would leave an empty cartridge in the gun if using the bulk fill adapter - there is no reason to ever change the setting unless you use solely bulk fill. I have no complaints about the zerk connector. It fit and held perfectly on worn zerks, new zerks, old zerks, damaged zerks. It is a normal size head and fit correctly for u-joints and chassis lube, as well as on agricultural equipment. I see no drawbacks to this gun, and having bought several aftermarket guns from Amazon and other vendors, this gun is as reliable as guns made 30 years ago.

The grease gun I received apparently was flawed as the grease easily moved behind the piston and into the space occupied by the spring that should push the piston against the grease. I had no problem bleeding the gun and in getting a small amount of grease to go into the fitting. However after a small number of times pumping the gun no more grease would come out and after trying to bleed the gun I opened it to find the piston sitting near the head of the gun. I then disassembled the bottom of the gun and found that most of the grease was behind the piston. Other than for the grease moving past the piston rather than out of the gun in the normal manner there was no indication that the gun was not operating as it should have operated. This was not my first grease gun and the replacement (another brand purchased locally) worked perfectly. It is my belief that there was a flaw in the gun and while I accept that flaws can occur in pretty much any product when you buy a flawed product it leaves a lasting bad impression that seldom leads to a willingness to try a replacement of the same product. It also leads to negative reviews and stories shared with others - often more readily then for good experiences with something. I successful returned the grease gun to Amazon and am thankful for their return procedure and practices.

Good product but be aware if buying in Australia because our grease tubes here don't fit it. It has to be filled manually which is too messy.

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The 1134 is a well built grease gun. I have used these in an industrial environment on a daily basis and they have performed very well. This one was purchased for home use so I expect to get many years service from it. I highly recommend this model to anyone in the market for a quality product.

This grease gun is for heavy duty work --- The flexible hose is made in Germany. --- The only thing that I don't trust is the factory coupler, so I replaced it for a LockNLube Grease Gun Coupler --- Thanks !

this doesnt fit a cartridge so i dont know how to load it