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Old July 23, 2010, 09:05 AM   #1
doofus47
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Suggestions for Cleanin lube from .22 ammo

I have some biathlon ammo from Eley. 22lr. It has "lube" on it. The lube is heavy waxy stuff. last year, toward the end of biathlon season, I started having troubles with extraction. I cleaned the heck out of my bore/chamber, but the problem persisted. I took the rifle to my gunsmith who told me that my chamber had few burrs in it. He cleaned it. My superstitious soul still looks suspiciously towards the "lube" with an evil glare.

I don't see what the point of the lube is and want to remove it.

Can I use denatured alcohol? Will regular Hoppes 9 do the trick? Just use a rag?

If someone has a compelling reason for me to keep the lube, I would be willing to listen, although regular .22lr ammo has never failed me in 5 degree temps and snow storms either.

Any advice appreciated.
thanks
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