Well I just gave my new Lyman Gp barrel a hot soapy bath, scrubbed the bore, believe it or not it was not as dirty as described in yesterday's post.Oiled the bore using Hoppers #9, oiling the outside as well. Now to the question, I know some of you use slick 50,on the clean out plug, what about the nipple thread? Would it not seize also? or do you stay away because it might contaminate the powder? Also would you suggest using a little bore butter or moose milk down the barrell for now as its going to be a while before I can get to the range. DCH