Lone Wolf: New barrel break-in and barrel cleaning procedure.
Tools needed:
1. Cleaning rod – 1 piece (we like Bore Tech and Pro-shot) and Bore Guide matched to action and caliber.
2. Rifle rest or vise and cleaning supplies: cotton patches, nylon brushes, bore jag, synthetic bore cleaner (we like Bore Tech Eliminator, Butches Bore Shine and Pro Shot) and bore conditioner (Bore Tech and Rem Oil). Always follow directions from the supplier you choose. Our method outlined below:
Break-in Procedure
First 10 shots: clean barrel completely after each round fired. Second 15 rounds: clean barrel completely after each 3 shot string and start shooting for groups. Third 15 rounds: clean barrel completely after each 5 shot groups and shoot for accuracy. Procedure will vary depending on quality of the barrel you have selected, some need more cleaning and some need less.
Cleaning Procedure
Saturate 3-5 flannel patches with bore cleaner, and push them thru the bore to remove loose fouling. Make 10-20 passes through the bore with a nylon brush saturated with bore cleaner, let it soak for 5-10 minutes.
Push several wet patches, using your jag, through the barrel, to remove excess solvent and loosen fowling and switch to dry patches until clean. Repeat procedure if needed. Use isopropyl alcohol to remove very aggressive solvents, like Sweets.
Apply a bore conditioner (Teflon lubricant) to bore when completed. Once the barrel is broken-in you should clean approximately every 20-25 rounds depending on the barrel.
For moly coated bullets contact the bullet supplier for cleaning information.