smiiithy Posted October 11, 2009 Report Share Posted October 11, 2009 Hi all, I'm looking to spend up to £350 on my first O/U 12G when my SGC comes through (expected maybe December) and thinking of getting a budget .410 shortly after for up to £100. I was thinking a cleaning kit would be a good present for a family member to get me for x-mass, which I intend to buy myself and then hand it over to them so I can ensure I get something suitable. I was wondering if anyone had thoughts on this 'universal' cleaning kit which caught my eye. Also I've had a lot of experience in cleaning 5.56mm assualt rifles and a bit on a 7.62mm target rifle, but have never cleaned a shotgun. Is it the same general practice? Does anybody have any links to any recommended video tutorials etc? Thanks, Mike BRAND NEW DELUXE SHOTGUN , RIFLE & PISTOL CLEANING KIT IN A PRESENTATION ALUMINIUM CASE WITH REINFORCED CORNERS AND CARRY HANDLE £17.99+£4.99P&P Will fit most shotguns, rifles or pistols including, 12 gauge, 20 gauge, 410 gauge, .45cal, .40cal, .357/38cal/9mm, .30cal, 270cal, .22cal and .17cal. CONTENTS INCLUDE: 3 Solid Metal Rods for Shotguns 3 Solid Metal Rods for Rifles/Pistols 1 Universal Handle with adaptor 10 brass wire brushes 5 Mops for 12 gauge, 20 gauge, 410 gauge, .357/38cal/9mm and .22cal 2 solid brass adaptors for shotgun mops/brushes 2 plastic slotted tips 50 3" x 3" cloth swabs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stubby Posted October 11, 2009 Report Share Posted October 11, 2009 sounds the same as what I bought for my 12 and 410 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackbart Posted October 11, 2009 Report Share Posted October 11, 2009 My shotguns just get the boresnake treatment.Takes 2 minutes to clean a shotgun with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rabbithunter Posted October 11, 2009 Report Share Posted October 11, 2009 I got one of them kits , the 12g stuff is ok but the brass rods for the rifle is a load of **** ,snapped the first time i used it . Get a bore snake . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George1990 Posted October 11, 2009 Report Share Posted October 11, 2009 Don't get a bore-snake Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sinistercr0c Posted October 11, 2009 Report Share Posted October 11, 2009 (edited) Smiiithy, I have one of the kits you note, they're Ok but I also invested in something called a Tico tool (search it on Fleabay). Great bit of kit and makes them bores shine like they're new! Without wanting to sound like I'm teaching my grandmother to suck eggs, I basically clean the shottie as follows: Use the rod with the brush to clear out any unburnt powder/**** first. spray down the bores with Legia spray and allow to soak for 5 mins. fold a sheet of kitchen roll into a round wadge and push one down each barrel with aforementioned rod minus the brush attachment insert tico tool and do the five finger shuffle like billio insert 'cloth swab' impregnated with a little gun oil using rod and associated plastic slotted tip (NOTE: Do NOT use a lot of oil!!!!!) peer down bore to see shiny clean and oiled bores voila! Edited October 11, 2009 by Sinistercr0c Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackbart Posted October 12, 2009 Report Share Posted October 12, 2009 Don't get a bore-snake Why ? Its quick and cleans as good as anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George1990 Posted October 12, 2009 Report Share Posted October 12, 2009 They clean about as good as ******* down it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ballymac Posted October 12, 2009 Report Share Posted October 12, 2009 They clean about as good as ******* down it Would have to disagree. Have used the universsal cleaner, rods kitchen rolletc spray with bore cleaner gun oil etc. Loads of faffing about. Bore snake quick squirt of cleaner on it bobs ur uncle and fannys ur aunt all done in a few mintes. Obviously this is just for cleaning inside the barrels you still need to look after the rest of the gun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manton Posted October 12, 2009 Report Share Posted October 12, 2009 I have never used a bore snake because I do not like the idea of using something which is already soiled with the residue from umpteen previous cleans . I also have serious reservations about a bore snakes ability to remove plastic . Nothing beats the good old phosphor bronze brush and a bit of elbow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclemicky Posted October 12, 2009 Report Share Posted October 12, 2009 I have never used a bore snake because I do not like the idea of using something which is already soiled with the residue from umpteen previous cleans . I also have serious reservations about a bore snakes ability to remove plastic . Nothing beats the good old phosphor bronze brush and a bit of elbow. Manton when you say remove plastic, do you mean those plastic looking streaks at the beginning of the forcing tube , are those marks not streaks of lead residue :blink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackbart Posted October 12, 2009 Report Share Posted October 12, 2009 I have never used a bore snake because I do not like the idea of using something which is already soiled with the residue from umpteen previous cleans . I also have serious reservations about a bore snakes ability to remove plastic . Nothing beats the good old phosphor bronze brush and a bit of elbow. Stick the boresnake in a little cloth bag and stick it in the washing machine and you wont be using soiled anything. As you havent used one you dont know what your missing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manton Posted October 12, 2009 Report Share Posted October 12, 2009 I am afraid the streaks are plastic, remember that in most modern cartridges the shot is contained in the protective PLASTIC cup wad.I have scrubbed this stuff out and examined it and it has always been plastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclemicky Posted October 12, 2009 Report Share Posted October 12, 2009 :blink: Do you get any residue when using fibre wads Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vince Green Posted October 21, 2009 Report Share Posted October 21, 2009 Yes you get lead streaks but they come out easily enough with a phosphor bronze brush. To be honest all I do with my shotgun is give each barrel a spray with WD40 and a couple of patches to wipe out any residue. repeat a second time if they need it and then wipe over the exterior with the last clean patch. A quick once over with and old toothbrush round the extractors and put it away. I've been doing that for years. With chrome plated bores thats all you need if its used regularly. All these "witches brews" they sell in the gunshops are there to take your money. If I was going to put the gun away for any length of time I clean it and oil it properly of course. I use the same procedure for my .22 rifle but give it a good scrub every few times it goes out to remove any leading and the build up round the breech gets a going over with an old make up brush. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smiiithy Posted October 27, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 27, 2009 Right, bore snake it is. Does it matter which one or will all 12g ones work as well as each other? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxnet22 Posted October 27, 2009 Report Share Posted October 27, 2009 sounds like a good cleaning kit that mate. u say your getting sgc in december thats great .honestly mate its a big relief when it comes through that letterbox took mine a while with northumbria police .best of luck pal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smiiithy Posted October 30, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 30, 2009 Spent under £35 and my cleaning set-up now includes: From forum members... 1x Browing 12B Barrel Weasel Boresnake Bisley Shotgun Cleaning Kit, including: 1 x Plastic Case 1 x 3piece Rosewood Cleaning Rod 1 x Phosphor Bronze Cleaning Brush 1 x Wool Mop 1 x Plastic Jag 1 x Bore Cleaner 1 x Gun Oil 2 x Shotgun Patches (25) 1 x Cleaning Cloth From Bywell Shop Today... 1 x 750ml Legia Spray 2 x Bisley Shotgun Patches (25) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hammergun Posted November 2, 2009 Report Share Posted November 2, 2009 I've tried loads of products over the years and alway go back to Parker Hale 009 with shotgun patches (I cut up an old cotton shirt to make the last batch) Best cleaner around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrispti Posted November 2, 2009 Report Share Posted November 2, 2009 And a tube of gun grease Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hammergun Posted November 3, 2009 Report Share Posted November 3, 2009 Go easy with hard abrasive bore brushes such as the Turk's Head brush - these are only for occasional use for heavy and stubborn soiling and should not be used on a routine basis. Save money and make your own patches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smiiithy Posted November 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 3, 2009 Cheers lads all I need now is a shotgun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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