First solvent application when cleaning

[K9TXS]

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I use this method as well. .065 weed eater line with a knot on one end and a sharp point on the other. The sharp point will go through the patch and you can drag it through. This works very well.

 

[linekin]

Patches only. Only a few drops of solvent. Never used a bore mop on anything other than a shotgun.
Keith

 

[garandman]

Patches only. Only a few drops of solvent. Never used a bore mop on anything other than a shotgun.
Keith

Im thinking about that approach... other than if I get a tuff carbon ring.

 

[jbell]

I use the monofilament with my precision air rifles and it works great. However with my rimfire rifles I am a fan of the VFG cleaning felts:

http://www.champchoice.com/store/Main.aspx?p=CategoryBody&c=CLCRVF

 

[Bill K]

Reasonable.

Whats a bore mop for, then?

Doesnt seem like they could be used without dirtying them.

All I use a bore mop for is after cleaning the bore and leaving a light coating of Essox in, I take a bore mop and use it to wipe out the chamber. At least that is what I use one for.

 

[boltfluter]

A loose fitting, solvent coated patch on a jag for the first one. Mainly trying to lube the bore and push most of the loose powder fouling out. Some interesting ideas here!

Paul

 

[Brians356]

I use the monofilament with my precision air rifles and it works great. However with my rimfire rifles I am a fan of the VFG cleaning felts:

http://www.champchoice.com/store/Main.aspx?p=CategoryBody&c=CLCRVF

Those felts are interesting, but seem a bit pricey considering what they are. Beeman used to sell .177 felt cleaning pellets, fairly dense, for shooting through the bore. One could also use them at close range to spank the neighbor's cat without injuring it. I've still got some somewhere.
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[jpx2rk]

Item floating around for several years is the Patch Worm Kit, similar to 50# mono or weed eater line, but pre-made in a small kit. Only about $8+shipping, works great on the 10/22's if the action has not been drilled for a cleaning rod. There are some utube videos on how to make one similar to the actual item but I've never had any luck with the DIY version holding up very well.

I use the Patch Worm Kit with Outers nitro solvent, let it soak for a bit after several wet patches, then start the dry patches until I'm satisfied with their appearance.

 

[Ccrider]

Why not a saturated brush?

 

[garandman]

Why not a saturated brush?

Thats what Vudoo recommends. Nylon.

 

[justinp61]

Why not a saturated brush?

The only time I use a brush is if the barrel is really fouled or the accuracy has fallen off. I like brass.

 

[Ccrider]

I have been using a nylon brush and whatever cleaner is handy.

 

[Topwater]

You may want to check out " Swab-Its ". I started using them. They're efficient, disposable and come in different calibers.

 

[Topwater]

I just checked out those felt cleaners at Champion. They also look like a good system. I may order some and see how they compare.

 

[garandman]

I just checked out those felt cleaners at Champion. They also look like a good system. I may order some and see how they compare.

My concern with those is they are a fairly dense material. The reading I have done suggests a wet patch run loosely through the barrel is best for getting the majority of the carbon and especially the priming compound which is a very hard abrasive material.

The felt Pellets are fairly dense and inflexible and could actually grind the priming compound against the bore.

 

[JMayo]

At ara matches between cards...
#9 really wet patch. I kinda let that sit a min.
Then another damp. Then 4-5 dry.
Some clean really well with brushes and all every card.

After match I clean clean. Patches, brush, patches, brush, clean crown and tuner until I'm satisfied.

#9 is pretty much all I use. Scoped barrel shows its cleaned well.

 

[Topwater]

Yesterday I ordered a .22 rf. cleaning rod and guide from Bore Tech. During the conversation, the gentleman who was helping me, mentioned a cleaner that they have specifically formulated for dealing with rim fire residue. According to him, it is quite different from centerfire fouling. I did order some for this new barrel. I just pass this info along because I was unaware there was so much more abrasive grit in rimfire priming. Good shooting, all.

 

[garandman]

. According to him, it is quite different from centerfire fouling. I did order some for this new barrel. I just pass this info along because I was unaware there was so much more abrasive grit in rimfire priming. Good shooting, all.

My reading on rim fire priming compound is what prompted this thread. Basically it can be compared to glass/sand.. *very* hard and one should take care not to grind it into the bore when cleaning

 

[USMCDOC]

Yesterday I ordered a .22 rf. cleaning rod and guide from Bore Tech. During the conversation, the gentleman who was helping me, mentioned a cleaner that they have specifically formulated for dealing with rim fire residue. According to him, it is quite different from centerfire fouling. I did order some for this new barrel. I just pass this info along because I was unaware there was so much more abrasive grit in rimfire priming. Good shooting, all.

what was the name of it?

 

[Topwater]

I had to go back to their website and check. It’s called Rimfire Blend. I just got the small bottle because it fit in the tube with the cleaning rod. That saved on shipping.