The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - Why only run a bore brush from chamber to muzzle?

Powderman · March 10, 2010, 04:53 AM

Friend, believe it.

I have seen revolvers that had serious burrs raised on the firing pin opening/port/hole, because someone kept ramming a brush end into it. Didn't take too long, either.

I have seen other revolvers that had divots literally dug out of the muzzle. This was from a gentleman who was a bit to diligent with a metal rod and JB Bore Compound.

I have seen the accuracy from a fine rifle go to crap--I mean, the rifle would do no better than 1.5 inch groups--from improper cleaning, from the BREECH.

It can and does happen. Get a good bore guide and a coated rod.

March 10, 2010, 04:53 AM	#14
Powderman Senior Member Join Date: September 7, 2001 Location: Washington State Posts: 2,166	Friend, believe it. I have seen revolvers that had serious burrs raised on the firing pin opening/port/hole, because someone kept ramming a brush end into it. Didn't take too long, either. I have seen other revolvers that had divots literally dug out of the muzzle. This was from a gentleman who was a bit to diligent with a metal rod and JB Bore Compound. I have seen the accuracy from a fine rifle go to crap--I mean, the rifle would do no better than 1.5 inch groups--from improper cleaning, from the BREECH. It can and does happen. Get a good bore guide and a coated rod. __________________ Hiding in plain sight...