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I need to polish out some very minor bore imperfections in an otherwise excellent example of a 7.62x54R, Moisin Nagant.
1 posted on 08/18/2012 4:15:27 PM PDT by nomad
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To: nomad

Generally referred to as “Fire lapping” check out these people for a commercial setup:
http://www.neconos.com/details2.htm

I used their 22 cal kit for a pretty rough S&W Model 22A barrel that substantially improved accuracy.


2 posted on 08/18/2012 4:22:02 PM PDT by gunsmithkat (There is no such thing as Too Many Guns)
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To: nomad

Midway USA has bullets in various calibers that can be handloaded to polish the bore of a rifle or handgun barrel.


3 posted on 08/18/2012 5:47:19 PM PDT by 43north (BHO: 50% black, 50% white, 100% RED)
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To: nomad

Carburetor cleaner.


4 posted on 08/18/2012 6:01:25 PM PDT by mnehring
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To: nomad

I would not worry about any minor imperfections unless the gun is shooting poorly.

With these older mil surps it’s usually a better bet to rework the muzzle crown because the crown is usually worn out or damaged from improper or excessive wear caused by the cleaning rod during cleaning


5 posted on 08/18/2012 7:07:02 PM PDT by rdcbn
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To: nomad

Midway USA sells the pre-loaded ammunition in several calibers. The .223 just happens to be backordered.

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/380492/tubb-final-finish-bore-lapping-ammunition-223-remington-box-of-20


7 posted on 08/18/2012 7:16:37 PM PDT by Patriot365
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To: nomad

Tubb final finish

http://www.davidtubb.com/final-finish-tms


10 posted on 08/18/2012 7:23:23 PM PDT by petro45acp ("Don't" read 'HOPE' by L Neil Smith and Aaron Zelman...it will bring tears to eyes. BORE!!!!!!!!!!!!)
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To: nomad

you don’t need ammo to lap a bore, you can do it by hand.


11 posted on 08/18/2012 7:24:30 PM PDT by calex59
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To: nomad

I am completely of a divided opinion as for the need for this (see rdcbn’s post). I ‘think’ I improved a Savage 110’s accuracy doing this, but I’m not certain. If I did, the difference was small and could be attributable to operator error/deviation.

Then, last September, at 168 yards (why the odd distance...max range on that particular lane), with a Model 70 in 30-06, I shot a 7/8” 3-shot group. That rifle has the most unholy looking bore I’ve ever scoped and I’ve owned it from new in ‘94.

Go figure.


12 posted on 08/18/2012 7:28:37 PM PDT by x1stcav (There's a bunch of us out here spoiling for a fight.)
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To: nomad

When I was building my last Savage 10, I followed the 50 round procedure Savage recommends for their barrels. I was more than happy with the outcome. It was kinda drawn out and took a while and several six packs and bore brushes to accomplish.

By the end of the break in, the barrel remains relatively clean and is very accurate for a suppressed 24”.

Not sure is this is what you are looking for, but the procedure is listed on the Savage website.


13 posted on 08/18/2012 7:42:37 PM PDT by eartick (Been to the line in the sand and liked it)
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To: 300winmag; g'nad; Ramius

ping for further ruminations...


15 posted on 08/18/2012 9:01:02 PM PDT by osagebowman
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To: nomad

Minor bore imperfections in a Moisin Nagant don’t matter, unless you have one of the sniper models.


17 posted on 08/19/2012 7:01:35 PM PDT by smokingfrog ( sleep with one eye open (<o> ---)
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