Originally Posted by
Fyrstyk54
I soak my hickory ram rods in a capped PVC pipe with kerosene when the guns are in the safe. The rods remain flexible, and can be bent quite a bit before they break. Been doing this for over 30 years with no issues.
Doesn't the kerosene stink? why not just soak in water?
I've never done it so I'm just asking.