As anyone that shoots a muzzle loader knows, they can be pretty picky if not properly cleaned. Hopefully this thread can be informative and we can all gain some ideas on the best care for our muzzle loaders.
Today I learned a new trick. I was having one heckuva time getting the nipple cleaned out. I tried my pick and it didn't do it. I tried a paperclip. Nada. I tried a safety pin. Little better, but not quite. I finally went out to the shop and was planning on trying the air compressor. I walked past my torch and the lightbulb went on! The torch tip cleaning tools worked perfectly! They are inexpensive and come in a kit with a variety of sizes. I started with the smallest one I could fit in there and worked my way up until I had it cleaned out all the way.
Hope this helps someone out. Happy hunting!
Today I learned a new trick. I was having one heckuva time getting the nipple cleaned out. I tried my pick and it didn't do it. I tried a paperclip. Nada. I tried a safety pin. Little better, but not quite. I finally went out to the shop and was planning on trying the air compressor. I walked past my torch and the lightbulb went on! The torch tip cleaning tools worked perfectly! They are inexpensive and come in a kit with a variety of sizes. I started with the smallest one I could fit in there and worked my way up until I had it cleaned out all the way.
Hope this helps someone out. Happy hunting!