I don’t think it makes much sense with the cleaning products available today. If it loses accuracy due to fouling, stuff like Bore Tech or Wipe Out/Patch Out really does a good job and with not a lot of effort. I don’t buy into the 8000 rounds between cleanings, however I don’t worry about break - in either. Seems like one either shoots well or it doesn’t. My experience only.
Barrel break in.
- Thread starter sako2
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bob_dobalina
Handloader
- Oct 6, 2009
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Great thread. I did the intense cleaning barrel break-in my last couple rifles and I would like to avoid doing that again. Vince2's routine sounds pretty reasonable to me, but would love to hear everyone else's general cleaning routine - aside from any barrel break in?
KinleyWater
Handloader
- Jun 15, 2019
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As many others have opined, I've done both. If there was a difference, it wasn't one that I am able to take advantage of, being a mediocre shooter. I have found that the process is very good for getting me acquainted with the gun, and it forces me to slow down. That helps me shoot much better. Also a great meditation.
Now, with the cost of components (or ammo, if your a heathen
), I would be very interested in finding ways to avoid it.
Now, with the cost of components (or ammo, if your a heathen
), I would be very interested in finding ways to avoid it.
