July 10, 2010, 02:03 PM | #1 |
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Wow...
I was cleaning my gun after a day of shooting, and I ran a brush through the barrel, then a patch with cleaning solution. I then ran a dry patch through and of course, the first patch is always filthy. I had an old bore snake, so I figured I would test and run it though once. I then ran another dry patch through and I couldn't believe how clean the patch was. I've always read that you should use the sticks, patches, etc., and avoid bore snakes, but I think Im sold on them. They seem to clean well, and it takes a heck of alot less time. Is there any reason why i shouldn't switch to bore snakes?
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July 10, 2010, 02:19 PM | #2 |
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The advantage of the bore snake is:
convenience & you have a Looong patch to absorb with.
How long did you sit between the wet patch and dry? Usual cleaning for me after a match ( 88 rounds) is to wet the bore then drive home (3-40 minute) the brush and five more wets, do the chamber abd gas system. the dry the bore. If new to me firearm the fresh strong cleaner and overnight it or plug and fill for over night. |
July 10, 2010, 02:47 PM | #3 | |
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July 10, 2010, 04:57 PM | #4 |
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i use snakes in my rifles and rods and patches in my handguns
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