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3 Gram(s) Powdered Graphite

Ratings & Reviews for Minute Key 3 Gram(s) Powdered Graphite

4.4
229
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 4.4 out of 5
229 Reviews


84% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

Customers overwhelmingly praise this graphite dry lubricant for instantly freeing stuck or jammed locks, with keys sliding smoothly after application. Reviewers consistently highlight the mess-free, non-greasy formula that prevents dust buildup, contrasting it favorably with oil-based alternatives. Many appreciate the simple application—just a few puffs into the keyhole—and keep it handy for quick touch-ups. Some report receiving nearly empty tubes, citing inconsistent product fill as a quality concern. Overall, most customers consider it an effective, reliable lock maintenance solution.

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229 Customer Reviews

It works!

Would Recommend

It let my key finally able to open the lock on my front door.

May 3, 2026
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This is what you should use on locks

Would Recommend

I was having trouble with a lock I purchased and had been using an oil based lubricant but it was still jamming. I went down a rabbit hole of best lubricants for locks and it turns out that oil based lubricants allow dirt and dust to stick to the interior of the lock, causing it to get jammed more frequently. I quickly found this powder graphite and gently squeezed some graphite into the keyhole and voila! It’s as good as new. I keep it next to the door so when the key starts jamming again I can...

May 2, 2026
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Makes stubborn locks work smoothly.

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Works great to loosen up stiff locks.

April 27, 2026
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Hinges too

Used it to stop some squeaking door hinges. Worked like a charm.

April 23, 2026
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Best lubricant for locks

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Great for door locks.

April 17, 2026
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good dry lube

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Using for model trains

April 16, 2026
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Free it

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Freed up stiff moving parts

April 16, 2026
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Does what it's supposed to

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This was really hard to find in the store

April 16, 2026
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Always good to have on hand

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Great for sticking lock

April 16, 2026
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Product quantity very small.

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Product performed perfectly.

April 1, 2026
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Easy to use. This graphite worked well on my lock

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Small tube Big help

March 31, 2026
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Don’t buy this product.

Would Not Recommend

Hardly any product in the tube. Hard to get anything out of the tube. Not worth the money.

March 16, 2026
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Effective dry lubricant.

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Inexpensive and works well.

March 12, 2026
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