RE: Breech plug lube
I have tried the tape and it works but I still do not trust it. I have to have more range sessions before I really depend on it. The best breech plug grease I have ever used is made by CVA. It is called, CVA Slick Nipple And Breech Plug Grease. This is the only brand I have ever used and after shooting the breech plug came out without problems.
One other point is, when shooting some of the hot powders like Triple Se7en, after your seventh shot or so, take your breech plug tool and turn the breech plug. You do not have to remove it, just turn it back and fourth. That will insure that the plug is not seizing in the rifle and it will aid in the removal. Also if like some you shoot at a range some distance from your home, take the breech plug out of your rifle at the range instead of leaving it in your rifle and driving 45 minutes or so. It will help in the removal of the plug also. Carry a plastic zip lock bag and you can put the dirty plug, nipple, striker, etc in there to keep every thing clean. It does not hurt to run a few good wet patches through the barrel before the trip home for cleaning either.....
Try the CVA. Also a lot of people are having luck with Slick 50 One grease, which is an automotive grease. You can buy it at any Wal Mart. I have a tube of it but have not used it yet......