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swmike · October 16, 2010, 09:54 AM

I used to have a leading problem in my 686. Couldn't resist loading "HOT" with lead bullets. To clean out the lead buildup I used this:

Lead Remover

IIRC, it used to be available under the name "Wipe Away" and I was able to buy it in actual patches. A couple of strokes through the bore and the lead would come out, sometimes in long threads where it was released from the rifling.

Also was great for cleaning the powder burns off the front of the cylinder. They did warn against using it on the bluing though.

October 16, 2010, 09:54 AM	#12
swmike Senior Member Join Date: June 25, 2005 Location: Marysville, WA Posts: 670	I used to have a leading problem in my 686. Couldn't resist loading "HOT" with lead bullets. To clean out the lead buildup I used this: Lead Remover IIRC, it used to be available under the name "Wipe Away" and I was able to buy it in actual patches. A couple of strokes through the bore and the lead would come out, sometimes in long threads where it was released from the rifling. Also was great for cleaning the powder burns off the front of the cylinder. They did warn against using it on the bluing though. __________________ My definition of Gun Control--- A steady grip and hitting your target. "In God we trust, all others are suspects." "If I shoot all the ammo I am carrying, either I won't need any more, or more won't be of any help". ____________________________________________