Thread: .22 Cleaning

nz_hunter ... no worries for you as the .22Mag is completely different. This is purely discussing .22LR's which are usually lubed in a waxy substance, usually with lead projectiles and possibly cheap powder. You're fine with your shiny spout!

Originally Posted by nz_hunter

This thread has me questioning what I do now. I own a .22mag and always run 3-4 patches through after each hunt. Light oil on the first couple then a dry on the last to absorb the excess. This isn't going to affect the rifles accuracy is it? It's currently sitting in the safe with a clean bore and it has me worried as to what I might have done. Cheers