Leiopython Posted November 18, 2013 Report Share Posted November 18, 2013 Sorry of this has been asked a million times.... I've had my shottie about 4 months now and fastidiously clean it after every use (once or twice a week, 10-20 cartridges a time). I've never removed the chokes as I've been worried about debris and residue damaging the thread. Should I be removing them to clean or carrying on as I am? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norfolk Ern Posted November 18, 2013 Report Share Posted November 18, 2013 I always remove and clean. If the chokes are removable, I think it best to make sure they are in good condition to prevent any issues with removal. It always gets me in the habit of rechecking the chokes before shooting as well. I also take my choke key with me at all times and tend to check it a couple of times during the day just to be on the safe side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GingerCat Posted November 18, 2013 Report Share Posted November 18, 2013 It won't hurt if you do it every 100 or so shells but greese the threads to make sure, not much is needed ie if you can see it it's too much. Often go 500-1000 shells before taking chokes out but they are greased and are smooth as silk, wouldnt leave it so long otherwise. Your choice and I'm sure I'm ott as I like cleaning my guns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leiopython Posted November 18, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 18, 2013 Thanks guys, I'll unscrew them after tomorrow mornings rough shoot and give them a good going over Depending on how much dirt there is I'll then have a good idea how often I'll need to do it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malik Posted November 18, 2013 Report Share Posted November 18, 2013 I clean them regularly. Normally every 200-400 carts the gun gets a full clean which will include the chokes. The rest of the time the gun just gets a good wipe down after each use. When cleaning chokes, spray a little bit of oil on the threads on the inside of the barrels and wipe round with a cloth. It will clean them out and prevent your chokes from being stiff to remove for next time you clean them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dekers Posted November 19, 2013 Report Share Posted November 19, 2013 Just clean the barrels first, once that's done take out the chokes and clean them and the barrel thread area, then a final pull through of the whole barrel. Job done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest cookoff013 Posted November 19, 2013 Report Share Posted November 19, 2013 i clean to remove fowling from the multichoke thread area. the crud can build up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bostonmick Posted November 19, 2013 Report Share Posted November 19, 2013 I remove and clean every time.a clean gun is a happy gun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
station Posted November 19, 2013 Report Share Posted November 19, 2013 Just clean the barrels first, once that's done take out the chokes and clean them and the barrel thread area, then a final pull through of the whole barrel. Job done. Beat me to it - clear explanation of what's needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted November 19, 2013 Report Share Posted November 19, 2013 My barrel is always stored cleaned with choke fitted, when I want to change choke to fit for purpose that day I will clean the threads etc and re-lube. to be fair that's about once a month. stuck chokes are a big issue if you just stick to one choke for all your shooting needs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stu nesling Posted November 19, 2013 Report Share Posted November 19, 2013 clean every slab of shells or so or if the gun gets wet. then smear a thin layer of copper grease over the choke with your finger before refitting. that will stop them getting stuck if you forget to take them out for a bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rimfireboy Posted November 19, 2013 Report Share Posted November 19, 2013 Like stu says, copper slip on the threads, just a thin smear and they won't stick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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