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Originally Posted by El Gato
I like Break Free and buy it in large quantities...  |
FYI - CLP - Break Free has PTFE(Teflon) in it .... PTFE bonds VERY well to metal and thus gives you very good lubrication .... the only issue is ...... DO NOT use it in your
barrel if you desire true accuracy. There have been many blogs on the detrimental affects of PTFE on accuracy in target shooting rifle and pistol barrels. Benchrest shooters avoid anything with PTFE ... I avoid using Break Free at all since there is a chance some of it could make it's way into the bores of my rifle/handguns.
Accuracy is a relative term when looking at IDPA/IPSC, or assorted self defense courses. I am only referring to hitting dimes at 50yds, quarters at 100 yds (with a 22LR) and a 6" center at 600 yards (223/308/30-06 etc ...)
For shotguns and practical pistol, feel free to use CLP and coat away....
I would use Shooter's Choice Solvent, Barnes CR10, Sweets 7.62 Solvent(for Copper residue) and Kroil or Hoppes 9(for carbon & lead residue)... I rarely coat my bores after cleaing since they are going to be on the line again sooner rather than later. For stored items, I do run a patch of Hoppes Gun Oil through the barrel .. then dry it before shooting.
Be very wary of using too much lube as this will collect dust, powder residue and gum up the works ... most people do more harm to their gear by cleaning them more often than is necessary.
IMHO .....
I will answer most questions as I used to represent a local(Norco,CA) grease, oil and specialty lubricant manufacturer.