Whenever I clean my 10/22 I want to put it away, and not shoot it again. Why? Well, despite its famous modularity, it's still kind of a pain to put one back together again.
Usually after I'm finished shooting, I run a snake down the bore once or twice, and wipe out as much as I can reach with a rag. Eventually, though, the crud builds up enough that I can't avoid a good cleaning.
This afternoon's session was actually rather satisfying, as my 10/22 was particularly dirty, and I was happy to get it all clean and shiny again. Putting the bolt back in required a screwdriver, some choice "golfing words," and folding my mouth just right. It snapped back in and I was happy.
Still, I think my Henry .22 lever gun needs to be shot for awhile.
Usually after I'm finished shooting, I run a snake down the bore once or twice, and wipe out as much as I can reach with a rag. Eventually, though, the crud builds up enough that I can't avoid a good cleaning.
This afternoon's session was actually rather satisfying, as my 10/22 was particularly dirty, and I was happy to get it all clean and shiny again. Putting the bolt back in required a screwdriver, some choice "golfing words," and folding my mouth just right. It snapped back in and I was happy.
Still, I think my Henry .22 lever gun needs to be shot for awhile.