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SDLAW · January 31, 2006, 01:23 AM

Removing the lube allows the case to expand and grip the chamber wall when fired, significantly reducing back pressure on the bolt. This may not be a problem with One Shot but may be a big problem with other lubes. Not to mention the crud that is attacted to lube...especially in the field.

January 31, 2006, 01:23 AM	#4
SDLAW Member Join Date: January 7, 2006 Posts: 63	Removing the lube allows the case to expand and grip the chamber wall when fired, significantly reducing back pressure on the bolt. This may not be a problem with One Shot but may be a big problem with other lubes. Not to mention the crud that is attacted to lube...especially in the field.