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Old 12-01-2008 | 05:56 PM
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was wondering if i could cut the thumb off a rubber glove and put it over my barrel? if yes can i shoot through it also? thanks
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Old 12-01-2008 | 06:38 PM
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A thin rubber glove would work.. like the kind in a hospital. A heavy rubber glove would also probably work, but I would hate to tell you to do that with a heavy one. You can shoot through them. A balloon, condom, finger cot, muzzy mit, all work on the same process. Even some handi wrap will work. Just be sure to take that off at the end of the night and wipe the barrel off. Just never put anything IN the end of the rifle.

I once saw a person (no kidding) with a cork in the end of the barrel. He said he always pulls the cork before he shoots. I just hope he remembers..
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Old 12-01-2008 | 06:39 PM
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I wouldn't if it was a very thick rubber glove. I'd use a finger off a latex examination glove like the Doctor uses or a condom (not kidding). Also I seen where somebody uses something called a finger cot (I believe it's called that) not really sure what they are.
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Old 12-01-2008 | 07:27 PM
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thanks guys, i think ill use a cork. actually they are the examination gloves. can i leave the glove on and the rifle loaded for the 10 day season?(if i dont shoot one that is)
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Old 12-01-2008 | 07:32 PM
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was wondering if i could cut the thumb off a rubber glove and put it over my barrel? if yes can i shoot through it also? thanks
I did this yesterday, it was snowing sleeting. I used a rubber glove that the doctors use, but it was a tad bit thicker. I was going to remember to take it off if I had a shot at something, but when my doe came thru, I forgot all about it, and shot thru it, and it didnt effect anything. Just remember to not pull it up over your end sight if you are shooting with open sights.
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Old 12-02-2008 | 07:53 AM
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I bought a bag of muzzle condoms in a small gun shop a few years ago. They are black in color and also came with nipple covers. Can't remember who made them. If all else fails, a kids rubber ballon will work.
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Old 12-02-2008 | 12:08 PM
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FWIW I use electrical tape on both my shotgun and muzzle loader.

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Old 12-02-2008 | 12:39 PM
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rafsob

Yep! Traditions - Rain Gear...



http://www.traditionsfirearms.com/eshop/10Expand.asp?ProductCode=A1330
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Old 12-04-2008 | 06:21 AM
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That's the one. And they really work!!!
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Old 12-11-2008 | 09:12 PM
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i use ballon during day but take it off at night in truck.

inside could sweat if ballon is left on barrel


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