The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - Buying a used T/C Hawken percussion .50; what do I need?

Pahoo · January 1, 2011, 11:51 AM

btmckinney,
We all have our preferences on materials and methods. We usually stop looking when we find something that works well for us. I see nothing out of line with what you have posted. Bore Butter is good and certainly has it's place in M/L use. But as you have mentioned, it has it's limits. ....

I use whale oil but I don't waste it down a bore.
I only use WD-40 to dry out wet firearms/stuff and not to lubricate anything. :barf:
I use Ballistol for cleaning between the range and shop.
I have no use or need for hot soapy water but instead, use Mineral Spirits.

Bottom line; "Do your best, in your own best ways"

Be Safe !!!

January 1, 2011, 11:51 AM	#13
Pahoo Senior Member Join Date: February 16, 2006 Location: IOWA Posts: 8,783	btmckinney, We all have our preferences on materials and methods. We usually stop looking when we find something that works well for us. I see nothing out of line with what you have posted. Bore Butter is good and certainly has it's place in M/L use. But as you have mentioned, it has it's limits. .... I use whale oil but I don't waste it down a bore. I only use WD-40 to dry out wet firearms/stuff and not to lubricate anything. :barf: I use Ballistol for cleaning between the range and shop. I have no use or need for hot soapy water but instead, use Mineral Spirits. Bottom line; "Do your best, in your own best ways" Be Safe !!!