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Rifles, Reloading, Optics, Equipment
Gunsmithing
Removing muzzle brake for barrel cleaning?
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<blockquote data-quote="Greyfox" data-source="post: 1510289" data-attributes="member: 10291"><p>With self timing brakes (those that can be removed and returned to the same aligned position, or has the provision to adjust to the same position after removal), I prefer to clean the rifle with them removed. Over time, they can accumulate carbon/copper deposits that may not be scrubbed in areas which cannot be reached by the cleaning rod patch/brush. Excess build up can effect performance, and even make contact with the bullet. This is more common with my heavy use competition rifles. While a brake can be sufficiently cleaned while attached, it's easy to let the removed brake soak in some solvent and give it a good scrubbing. It's also a good opportunity to clean the muzzle crown and the threads where extended use may cause carbon seizing. IMO.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Greyfox, post: 1510289, member: 10291"] With self timing brakes (those that can be removed and returned to the same aligned position, or has the provision to adjust to the same position after removal), I prefer to clean the rifle with them removed. Over time, they can accumulate carbon/copper deposits that may not be scrubbed in areas which cannot be reached by the cleaning rod patch/brush. Excess build up can effect performance, and even make contact with the bullet. This is more common with my heavy use competition rifles. While a brake can be sufficiently cleaned while attached, it’s easy to let the removed brake soak in some solvent and give it a good scrubbing. It’s also a good opportunity to clean the muzzle crown and the threads where extended use may cause carbon seizing. IMO. [/QUOTE]
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