RE: Barrel Cleaning/Firearm Maintenance
I start with shooters choice for powder, then switch to CR10 or Sweets 7.62 for copper, if a brush is required I use bronze only. After my copper cleaning is done I run a single patch of Isopropyl Alcohol down to neutralize and follow with a dry patch. I use Gun Sheath or Rem oil run in a single patch let stand and remove the excess oil from the bore with a dry patch. If storing I use a light oil patch and leave it until I am ready to use then run a dry patch prior to firing. I clean my bolt with q tips and chamber each time. Light coat of oil on exterior. I clean my action and break down to clean and brease as needed but usually twice a year for a thorough run over.
I use jags, flannel cotton patchs, coated one piece dewey rods and bore guides. Cleaning is done chamber to muzzle when ever possible. I actually clean it everytime I shoot it (at the range I always seem to fire 20 min), always run patchs and oil during damp conditions. I do reapply a light oil film to the exterior regularily during hunting season.