Jack, you are right about the chain lube, it is paraffin based. Thank you for the feedback, it is a field where you have a lot of expertise, :-). I shouldn't forget what my old gunsmith used: motor oil.

Jaime you are right about Ed's Red, it is a very good and inexpensive bore cleaner with acetone (that removes the plastic fouling) so it has to be kept away from the stock! Lanolin can be added as an option, but for better long term storing protection. It is not intended as a lubricant.

JC(AL)

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