Do you guys use the swab to clean the bore after brushing w/ solvent, or use it to apply oil after? Have you washed the swab? How do you wash it?
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I clean my P99 after range training, for muzzle bore you start with hardest to softest brush (bronze followed by nylon and finally cotton mob) , I use special solvent and lube for muzzle bore cleaning and copper / lead powder removal, I use cotton patches one for cleaning and one clean one after cleaning. I use oil only for lubrication mechanism parts
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The cotton swab is mainly used to wipe solvent into the bore then use a brush afterwards. You dip the swab into solvent then stroke it in the bore several times but a lot of guys just use it to dry the bore as well.... They are washable... I thow mine in the dishwasher... lol
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9-10 times i would use patches for cleaning and lubing, as the cotton swab would get dirty quick. if i was going to use it i would use it to lube the bore after its been nice and clean.
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I always put a small patch around the swab thing, oil it, then run it through. Then I do it again with a clean non oil one.
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I'm noticing a lot of you ladies are using olive oil as one of the key ingredients to washing your brushes. Am I out of the loop since I'm using a brush cleaner that I spritz on between applications?
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I use a comb to scrape out the trapped hair, then dampen a washcloth with my general cleaning solution (I mix 1/3 ammonia with 2/3 water and 1 drop of dish detergent or shampoo) which is like Windex, then wipe the barrel with the washcloth. Have to repeat a couple times with a new area of the dampened washcloth, but it comes off for me.
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Don't bother. Scoop it out, wipe it down with some paper towels, get as clean as practical. I used some Orange cleaner on the paper towel around some of the gear housing, but that was it. It isn't contaminated like having dust filings when a bearing goes. I scooped the grease into a container so I knew how much to put back in and used a similar amount.
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I only clean it when the oil looks bad. That depends on how often we use it. Cleaning was easier than other friers due to less of parts. I drain it and soak it over night in soapy water, rinse the next day. Vingar can be used to help cut some of the oil on the stainless steel. I hope this helps.
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I have been using them for a year or so and see no deterioration yet. I just worked with my .416 Africa PH rifle and as a final bore prep used a light coating of metal preserving type fluid, which I flushed out with the squeege, as shooting with an oily bore is not good. Using the squeegee in this manner, it should last many years. All can say.
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A couple of drops of Silicone Chamber Oil in the small chamber oppisite from where the pellets are placed, well keep the piston and seal properly serviced. This should be done after 1,000 or 1,500 pellets are fired through the rifle, but avoid over lubercation, because it will cause inaccuracy in the weapon by saturating the barrel with oil. Do not continuiously clean and oil the weapon. This practice is unecessary, and will adversly affect weapon accuracy and performance. When all else fails, read your weapon manual, and follow the manufacturers maintenance guidance.
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I use this spray strictly for sanitation after each use. I would use clipper side first then oil for maintenance. Hope this helps.
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I personally sonic clean and, after drying, tumble my brass. This is just a matter of personal preference. Looks like almost new when finished.
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I use mine infrequently, so I just keep the tip submerged in oil when not in use, dry it off and just put a few drops in the barrel before use. I was really surprised at how well this thing works.
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I always coat my barrel with it as a rust preventative and to make fouling easier to remove, it seems to work well for that purpose. In my opinion a a bore cleaner like Hoppes 9 should still be used on occasion.
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Hi A. There are no instructions with this Hoppe's Cleaning Kit, but it is pretty easy. If possible, push the brush from the breech end to the muzzle end (most handguns don't make this possible; so you have to push from the muzzle end) until there is nothing sticking to the bore area of the barrel. Next wet a lint-free patch with solvent and push it thru the barrel until it is clean. Next wet a lint-free patch with oil and push it thru the barrel so that it coats the entire bore area of the barrel. Next wipe down all metal gun parts with a lint-free rag and some oil. The best thing to do is talk with the guys at your range --- they will be very happy to show and tell you all about your gun. Hi A. There are no instructions with this Hoppe's Cleaning Kit, but it is pretty easy. If possible, push the brush from the breech end to the muzzle end (most handguns don't make this possible; so you have to push from the muzzle end) until there is nothing sticking to the bore area of the barrel. Next wet a lint-free patch with solvent and push it thru the barrel until it is clean. Next wet a lint-free patch with oil and push it thru the barrel so that it coats the entire bore area of the barrel. Next wipe down all metal gun parts with a lint-free rag and some oil. The best thing to do is... » Read More Hi A. There are no instructions with this Hoppe's Cleaning Kit, but it is pretty easy. If possible, push the brush from the breech end to the muzzle end (most handguns don't make this possible; so you have to push from the muzzle end) until there is nothing sticking to the bore area of the barrel. Next wet a lint-free patch with solvent and push it thru the barrel until it is clean. Next wet a lint-free patch with oil and push it thru the barrel so that it coats the entire bore area of the barrel. Next wipe down all metal gun parts with a lint-free rag and some oil. The best thing to do is talk with the guys at your range --- they will be very happy to show and tell you all about your gun. « Show Less
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I don't see a problem with using Remington oil. Only thing you should do before applying oil is to rinse off any kleen-bore with warm water and soap. If you do not the weapon will start to show surface rust within a couple of days, even with oil applied. Took me a couple of times of this happening before I realize that I needed to read the instructions a little more closely.
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I cleaned the barrel with 177.cleaning pellets and a gun cleaning kit the hoppes kit I bough from Amazon just use the oil it comes with on the outside only!!! I oiled the barrel with the silicone chamber oil by crosman spring oil!! I have the spring black ops! The round 177.bb worked great in it!! I was really loud I like using the heavier 177 pellets H&N barracuda power 10.65 but anything 8.18 and up works great in it.....
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Michael, I understand the chamber lube is designed for springer use. However, I don't see any harm in using it on an air piston rifle for barrel cleaning and pellet lubrication (if you choose to do this). To initially clean a barrel, I use a 1/8" wooden dowel rod for my .177" barrel. Over the tip I place small pieces of cotton padding (Like women use for make-up removal. I get ~80 per pack at the local dollar store and cut each patch into a bunch of smaller pieces) to make a snug but not too tight fit. I run those through the barrel (starting where you load the pellet) until they come out pretty clean. Then, I put a drop or so of chamber lube oil down the barrel and continue running cotton patches through it. A bunch of them. I keep checking the barrel until it is absolutely clean. Spotless clean with no junk residue on the white cotton patches. Once the barrel is clean, consider cleaning and lubricating the pellets. I didn't at first and after ~ 75 shots the barrel was pretty dirty. So, I cleaned it again. Spotless. And, I washed the pellets. Put 250 or 500 in a plastic cup with hot washer and dishwashing liquid soap. Swish the soap around some, and pour the pellets into a strainer (another find at the local dollar store), rinse well, and dry. To dry, I leave mine in the strainer, place in direct sunlight for a few hours to dry ... shifting the pellets around several times to ensure all the water is drained from the pellets, and put the pellets into a small plastic container (or back into the original container). On the inside of the top of lid, I put two drops of the chamber lube oil, close the lid and roll the pellets around inside the container. Done. Shoot. Enjoy. No dieseling. Barrel stays clean and very lightly lubricated. Don't know that this improves accuracy (I'm still working on breaking in the gun), but it sure keeps the fingers and barrel clean. Hope this helps. ... DRA
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I always run a solvent patch through the barrel prior to the brush. After allowing the solvent to work for a few minutes I run the brush through the damp/wet barrel. My theory is that the solvent helps loosen any residue in the barrel and the brush removes the remainder. Follow that with a clean patch until solvent is removed. Lastly chase a lightly oiled patch through the barrel for protection. May not be the best method but has worked well for me.
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most premium solvents have an oil in them. I use two snakes and one is for cleaning and one is for oiling, however I do not oil the bore unless the weapon is to be stored for a while unused.