2nd trip to the range with new 22LR and review

Bernie707 · February-16-19 18:02

I've had my gun about two weeks and have now fired about 100 rounds through it. No misfires nor any other malfunctions. I installed the grip holster between the two range trips and the gun definitely handles better when shooting with the folding grip. I've been carrying it for a week and it's been comfortable and I can see it being my EDC because I'm less likely to leave it behind. So I'm a happy camper as far as my satisfaction with this gun.

One minor cosmetic concern is a stubborn powder burn or stain at the front of the cylinder next to each cylinder chamber. I cleaned it with Hoppes #9 solvent the first time and Ballistol today but the marks remain. I used a little 00 steel wool today which helped a little but I didn't want to get too aggressive with it and maybe scratch it. I've attached a photo and you can see what I'm talking about at the front/top of the cylinder.

How do some of you deal with gun shot residue that doesn't wipe off with solvent?

Uncle Fatso · February-16-19 18:02

I don't worry about removing it. Steel wool will do more harm than the carbon stains do.

If you feel compelled to remove it, a "lead away" cloth, or Flitz polish, or Slip2000 Carbon Killer will work.

Warthog · February-16-19 19:02

One of those cloths have done a nice job for me in the past. Sometimes you can leave it in the Hoppe's for...maybe over night or longer and then use a nylon brush, like a tooth brush and then they will come off. I not longer have a lead remover cloth nor can I find any to buy. Never tried one of the last type of cloth, so I will see if I can find one.

Dinadan · February-16-19 20:02

Glad to read that you are happy with your Mini, Bernie. Regarding the stains, I tend to ignore them. I clean my guns, but I do not do make any special effort to get ride of the darkening at the front of the cylinder.

Bernie707 · February-16-19 21:02

Quote from: Dinadan on February-16-19 20:02
Glad to read that you are happy with your Mini, Bernie. Regarding the stains, I tend to ignore them. I clean my guns, but I do not do make any special effort to get ride of the darkening at the front of the cylinder.

It's not a big problem I just never noticed it on any of the photos I've seen here of other guys' guns and figured you knew something I didn't. I'll maybe soak it in solvent for a few holes nexus's time I clean it. Thanks for the comments above.

linux_author · February-17-19 04:02

some folks like the 'racoon eyes' on the front of their wheelgun cylinders... if I have a stainless revolver, i take a credit card, then wrap a shot patch over one end and use 'Mothers Mag Polish' to get the burn stains off... DON'T USE STEEL WOOL!!!

glad to hear you're having fun with your mini - i really like my Sidewinder and Ranger II, but sold off my mini combo - the 'pin thing' reloading approach was not my cup of tea though i never had a problem - just didn't like it

willie
on the Gulf of Mexico

OV-1D · February-17-19 05:02

Just wondering if anyone has used that new Mr.Clean scrubbing pad on stainless yet. It is a wonder how well it works on a lot of things . I haven't the need yet to try it but I bet it works really well with no harmful affects .

pennsy · February-17-19 09:02

Unless it is a gun that I intend to put away for a long time, I don't worry about the cylinder stains on the face. If I want to get crazy, a green 3M sponge (STAINLESS STEAL ONLY )will remove it but be careful not to rub the sides of the cylinder as it will scratch it.

Boisesteve · February-17-19 13:02

The magic eraser things are melamine foam, which I guess works by being a powerful surface abrasive. I'm not gonna be using one on my guns.
Solvent soak and wipe, or rarely gentle brass bristle brushing after soak, has always cleaned them up good enough for me.
Steve in Boise

bearcatter · February-17-19 21:02

Regular steel wool is carbon steel, and will leave bits in the pores of the cylinder, which will turn into tiny rust dots. Even stainless steel wool is too aggressive, anyway.

I use Birchwood-Casey lead remover cloth on stainless. DO NOT use on anything blued, it will remove blue. And, although it's gentle, it does remove metal, too. But after a few cleanings, it will slightly polish the cylinder face enough that you don't need it anymore. The black will then clean away easier with ordinary solvent and a brush.

Warthog · February-18-19 09:02

Where do you get those Bearcatter?