Hi, I'm new to shooting and PW forum.
I have recently obtained my FAC and purchased a new Beretta 686E Black Sporting 12g 30" with mobilchoke.
So far I have only fired the gun on a small number of sessions, but after each session have cleaned and oiled it.
For cleaning the barrels I have used what can best be described as a giant tampon (with a spiral brass brush section) to which is attched a weighted shoe lace. I have passed this device through each barrel two or three times until any visible residue is removed form the barrel lining (from the discharge end to the chamber end). I have applied a small quantity of gun oil to the 'tampon' before cleaning.
I have also applied a small quantity of Browing spray gun oil to the firing mechanism (at least all that is externally visible).
Finally I have wiped an oil cloth on the external barrel surfaces.
My question is am I doing the right thing, if not what else/alternatives should I be doing, and what should I do/use to preserve the woodwork?
Any help advice would be much appreciated.
Ian M