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I have used denatured alcohol on firearms, as an after-treatment when there is strong solvent residue on metal, but for all-purpose use on fishing reels, Reel Saver cleaner is gentle and effective at cleaning up and prepping the surfaces for the oil or light grease. the difference is just whether you prefer an oily finish or the grease is drylike. It looks like the same performance, and I know they deliver corrosion protection that no other low viscosity reel lube can, and its safe. And cold temp - the best!