OT - cleaning bores of target pistols

[DAVID]

I have found that most damage comes from the use of the cleaning rod. If at all possible the barrel should be cleaned from the rear. On my Garand, I use a muzzle protector or rod guide. I have seen early Springfields and Mauser with worn or groved muzzles from cleaning rod use.


Also I always use steel rods as they will not pickup grit and carry it into the barrel like aluminum or brass. My .02 cents. David.