[BORED] METHOD / VNL

VNL Is A Semi-Synthetic Ultra-Low Viscosity Paste That Establishes A New Standalone Category Within BORED METHOD DIVISION.
Developed To Utilize The Unique Characteristics Of A Paste—Neither Oil Nor Grease—It Was Created To Bridge The Gap Between Oils And Greases For Core Users, Providing A Multi-Purpose Paste Suitable For Saltwater With Both “Durability” And “Lubricity” Derived From Its Oil Film.

Combining A Urea-Based Thickener With Highly Refined HVHI Oil And Ester Synthetic Oil, VNL Forms An Ultra-Low Viscosity Semi-Synthetic Paste. Its Texture Resembles THETA Grease While Retaining Viscosity Similar To THICK HEAVY Oil. Although The Urea Thickener Gives It Grease-Like Qualities, Its High Oil Content And Viscosity Provide Oil-Like Behavior, Creating A Smooth, Robust Oil Film With Minimal Separation.

As A Substitute For Durability-Focused Oils Such As BSLU Oil, NEMEA Oil, And THICK HEAVY Oil, VNL’s Adhesion And Anti-Scattering Performance—Similar To Grease—Enhances Physical Durability And Oil Film Performance Beyond Those Oils. At The Same Time, It Improves Upon Low-Viscosity Greases Like THETA By Adding Oil-Like Chemical Adhesion And Additive Effects, Providing Wide Applicability With Rust Prevention And Friction Reduction Properties.

Although It Has No Strictly Defined Recommended Applications, Users Can Adjust The Feel By Varying The Amount Applied. Despite Its Light And Smooth Viscosity, The Paste Spreads Evenly, Maintains An Oil Film On Vertical Surfaces, And Demonstrates Superior Shear Resistance And Oil Film Retention Under High-Load Continuous Sliding Compared To Other METHOD Oils And Greases.

As With All METHOD Products, Only The Highest Quality Materials Are Used, And No Chlorine Compounds, Heavy Metals, Or Solid Additives Such As Teflon Or Molybdenum Are Included, In Line With The BORED METHOD DIVISION Policy.


Recommended Fishing Applications

- Various Body Bearings In Bait Reels.
- One-Way Roller Clutches In Bait Reels.
- Various Body Bearings In Jigging Reels.
- One-Way Roller Clutches In Jigging Reels.
- Various Body Bearings In Spinning Reels.
- Oscillates And Main Shafts Of Spinning Reels.
- Various Plastic Gears.


Recommended Cycling Applications

- Hub Bearings In Track And Road Racing Bikes.


Specifications

Department: BORED METHOD DIVISION
Product Name: VNL
Type: Ultra-Low Viscosity Semi-Synthetic Paste
Applications: Multi-Purpose For Lubrication, Friction Reduction, And Rust Prevention
Components: Urea-Based Thickener, Highly Refined HVHI Oil, Ester Synthetic Oil, Friction Modifiers, Water-Resistant Rust Prevention Additives, Others
Volume: Approx. 15ml
Container: Polypropylene Eye Dropper Bottle
Release Date: June 30, 2025


Notes

* Please Read The “Precautions For Use” Shown In The Image Before Use.
* Although Practical Usability Is Confirmed For Intended Applications, Test In Advance As Some Rubbers Or Plastics May Be Affected Depending On Material And Conditions.
* Not Recommended For Heavily Worn Or Outdated One-Way Roller Clutches.
* Excessive Application To One-Way Roller Clutches May Cause Reverse Handle Rotation; Adjust As Needed.
* For Double-Shielded Bearings, Remove One Shield Or Use The Separately Sold NEEDLE BOTTLE For Injection.
* Unlike Fully Liquid Oils, Apply Using Container Pressure Rather Than Natural Dripping.
* Temporary Emulsification Caused By Moisture Results From METHOD’s Original Water-Resistant Rust Prevention Additive And Will Naturally Resolve Through Evaporation.
* VNL Is Recommended For Solo Use Or Custom Blends Only With DELTA, ALPHA, THETA, UG SIGMA, Or UG OMEGA.
* Always Degrease And Clean Before Use. Do Not Mix With Oils Or Greases From Other Manufacturers.
* Recommended Usage Period Is Approximately One Year After Opening, Though It May Vary Depending On Storage Environment And Temperature.
* Slight Differences In Color Intensity May Occur Between Production Lots But Do Not Affect Performance Or Components.


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