I have a Perdersoli 50 cal percusion rifle, replica of a kentucky long rifle. When I clean it, I start with a solvent for plastic (don't remember the name) because I also shoot a lot of Powerbelts, then follow up with soapy water heated almost to boiling; that is followed by hot water rinse, etc., etc.

I have always wondered if I should be using a bore brush. I have one and used it once, but was always concerned if it could damage the barrel. Without a breech plug, I have to push it down to the end, then pull it back out, which reverses the bristles or they don't reverse and the ends push against the side of the barrel. Clear as mud??

What do you think?

Bruce