Although a controversial topic, how and when to clean rimfire rifles shouldn’t be a problem. Here are some tips. Some say not to clean a rimfire. Others insist on cleaning their bore after each shooting session. So, who’s right? So who’s right? It’s a set of common sense rules that can be applied to any gun, from the fun gun to the precision rig. Bush breaks it down into three simple commands:Though shall clean the rifle.Though should use a bore guide. The goal is to remove any fouling and protect the bore. Rimfires can build up carbon/lead much faster than centerfires. This is due to the lower heat generated by rimfire cartridges. It can also result in more severe cases of the notorious carbon ring just outside the chamber. It can be difficult to clean. Most rimfire shooters will attest to this. Bore Tech is recommended for light cleaning, and C4 Carbon Remover for more difficult jobs. This and time. Bush will use a bore plug to fill the bore with solvent. The bore can be left to dry for up one day. Bush will fill the bore with solvent and let it sit for up to a day. Michael Shae’s comprehensive study on modern rimfire rifles, and shooting: Rimfire Revolution. Avialable at GunDigestStore.com.More On-Target Rimfire Info:NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Storm Tactical Printable Target Pack62 Printable MOA Targets with DOT Drills – Rifle Range in YARDSThis impressive target pack from our friends at Storm Tactical contains62 printable targetsfor rifle and handgun range use. Target grids and bullseye sizes can be found in MOA. Get Free Targets
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