How to Prepare, and Care for a New Gun ~ The Break In Process Unveiled

[@tobydulanski9480]

As a machinist in Milling, Turning, Swiss Screw Machines, both Manual and CNC. I can tell you most of what people hear now is A HYPED SALES PITCH. CNC is not by any means PERFECT, nor is Manual Machining. Firearms are good as is, no need for Cogswell Cogs or Fancy Junk on your firearms. I’ve worked in Fabrication, Aircraft, Instrumentation, Automotive, Electronics and Aerospace. I’ve witnessed many people around the country boasting the latest and greatest products and how they improve accuracy and laugh inside. People are allowing themselves to be taken advantage of by all the OVER PRICED HYPE. This man speaks the truth from his experience and wisdom. People would be wise to listen and learn. Thank You 🙏

[@sevensixtwo3844]

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[@HarrisonCountyStudio]

Generation lost for sure. These men will be missed

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[@tomsmith2361]

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[@djirvin1014]

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[@TMar129]

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[@sethwaggoner6497]

Sir, I literally could listen to you all day. You remind me of my grandfather, who was a WWII vet (albeit, you're much younger). Your no-nonsense style of knowledge is much needed in today's hyped-up gun culture that is all about selling "new" products. Old-school COMMON SENSE wins every time! Thank you!

[@bobbyboothe8964]

AMEN.

[@worddunlap]

I cleaned my guns before firing and also inspected them. I clean my guns after firing them and inspect them again. There are lots of you-tubers taking products and money from various interests that only exist to separate us from out hard earned cash. This guy is NOT one of those.

[@anthonyluisi7096]

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[@cmillerphotos]

"Empirical evidence." You don't hear those words from very many KZbinrs. :-)

[@robertkwiatkoski1292]

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[@MrJtin69]

You dont need to clean hahahaha loser

[@fullautogunsandgear5141]

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[@_istudywater]

This is the kind of content that KZbin was made for!

[@danaohlson3316]

Between Mr Gunblue490 and Mr. Paul Harrell, you get the straight dope. Thanks guys.

[@cliffynelson5017]

Years ago while working as a fireman for a local department in California, I decided to clean one of my guns on the kitchen table of the fire station one evening. Of course I had towels and rags out. Who doesn't like the smell of Hopes #9. Well the old Captain I was working with that day was one of the few who did not. He was quite angry that I stunk the whole station up with Hopes #9. It was late in the evening and quite cold outside, in spite, all the windows got opened…. Cleaning your guns at the fire house… The good ole days… Now days you wouldn't even consider bringing a firearm to the station. Where have we gone… EXCELLENT Video!!! I learned so much… THANK YOU!!!!

[@murphy13295]

you had me at " bullshit "

[@XcomProbo]

Exactly what I was going to write!

[@_JoyKiller]

murphy13295 lol, ditto!

[@davidfriesen9512]

I was grinning as well🙊

[@KevinDrewlo]

Lmao I was going to say the same thing! He made me laugh so I subscribed. Good advice!

[@genemaysonet3558]

Yep hahah calls it like he sees it! 😂

[@axwack]

I’m a new hunter, shooter. Very informative yet long but I love your no nonsense approach. You are in a small crowd of honest reviewers and gunners. Thank you for the honesty.

[@scottfurlong5475]

I'm so happy I found this video. I was almost about to give up on getting a rifle. When I heard that I would have to shoot about $300-$400 of ammunition through a $500-$600 beginner level rifle, I was like, no f..king way! It should be accurate and ready to shoot when I buy it. I loved your 'no BS' video, I found it very informative. Excellent job!

[@oldArmyVet]

You'll have to sight it in that's it

[@redtobertshateshandles]

KISS principal.

[@rustypugh123]

Truth. Love this. I'm sick of all these "tactical Tommies" on youtube. I grew up shooting my dad's Remington model 700 30-06.

[@lurking0death]

Just watched a barrel maker's comments on break in. He said the same thing. Clean it before shooting it. Then just go shoot it. And, he said, be careful cleaning it and don't over-clean it. This fellow here makes a whole lot of common sense to me.

[@slackdaddy1912]

Wow, Over 60 years of experience, I would love to be a student.

[@jeffreyarwood6427]

GunBlue490, I just learned more about breaking in and cleaning rifles in your 40-minute video then a lifetime of listening to so called experts, I sincerely want to thank you for your logic and expertise. Well done and God Bless!

[@johnwhoissavedbygrace9975]

The moment you apologized after the bullsh- comment, I liked and subscribed. Straight shootin man of sincerity and class. Appreciated.

[@brentmack51]

I got in to hunting at age 10 in central Maine. First gun 22 mag single shot 20 gage single shot dads Winchester 30-30 hand me down his Stevens 12 side by side and my 22 mag h&r deer finisher 6 shooter still look like they came out of the box new all fire extremely well and I am deadly with all of them. Because he took care of them and showed me to do the same. Great vid boss

[@oneoutofseven]

Sir: You are without question, the most experienced, most knowledgeable and best teacher on the web. I am so glad I found you. You have taught me a great deal. I have grown up with guns and shot and killed my first deer when I was 8 years old. I am was a farm boy taught by my father. Now more than 60 years later, I have renewed my interest in guns. In an attempt to renew my skills and bring myself up to date I have turned to the internet mostly to find a plethora of commandos who are gung-ho enthusiasts who have little or nothing to offer me although they all are self professed know-it-alls who differ widely in individual opinions of what to do and how to do it. You have affirmed many of the things my dad taught me about guns and have taught me important new things. Thanks for your information and efforts. Please continue. Your new subscriber...

[@GunBlue490]

Thank you for your kind comments!

[@Mark-uh4zd]

Definitely one of the best on KZbin for firearm content. He’s up there with Paul Harrel and Ian McCollum

[@davidelizabeth4933]

Your videos are extremely reassuring and comforting to us. The "information" out there seems to be counter common sense driven by those either trying to sell something we don't really need or by people who simply don't have any long term practical experience and don't know what they're talking about. God bless you.

[@GunBlue490]

Thank you and God bless and keep you, too!

[@slickstrings]

I have to say, im in australia and exactly the same myths about breaking guns in and copper fouling etc perpetuates here. I really appreciate your efforts to clear the fog and bestow your lifetime of knowledge on others.

[@dave-ish8098]

I think the biggest difference is that GunBlue here isnt trying to sell you anything, just here to help us newer shooters out!

[@erikdale9145]

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[@andybates8702]

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[@patrickslevin6424]

Who doesn't love the smell of Hoppe's? They were selling Hoppe's #9 air freshners for cars awhile back. Some people love that smell THAT much.

[@toddb930]

I like the old hoppes recipe smell better than the current recipe smell. I have a partal bottle of the old recipe when I need a fix.

[@josecanisales3491]

When my daughter was 10 or 11 yrs old, she used to love the smell oh hoppes #9 about 10 years ago or so. I don't shoot that much anymore so I don't clean guns that often anymore.

[@briangard951]

I love the smell of Hoppes number 9 reminds me of fine times after my dad and I went shooting and came home and cleaned the guns, my wife hates it though.

[@nmelkhunter1]

LOL!

[@wizardofahhhs759]

Yeah, I wear it as a cologne, and sometimes aftershave too.

[@fivegauss1093]

I will take knowledge from a fellow shooter with years of experience over these young guys any day. He has done it for years,,,,what more do you need?

[@thormusique]

Excellent, thank you! Once again, it's so refreshing to hear information that's rational, and not based on conjecture or product-pandering. I've been taking your advice in the way I clean my firearms for some time now, and the results are crystal clear, in that every single one of them remains much cleaner for far longer, and is far more accurate. Also, because I'm not over-oiling every little part of the weapon, there's been absolutely no globs of gunk to have to clean out of it. The proof is in the pudding.

[@stevegiguere1315]

100%. Got my first rifle in 1978, I own over 50 firearms. Break in has never been a thing. They all shoot just fine if I do my part.

[@bosshog8864]

You teach this stuff the way I teach my HS classes. NO Bullsh#t! I love it, keep doing what you do, subscriber for life!!! I also love the 270 Win!

[@briangard951]

Same for me Boss Hogg - I got 5 of them, just bought a Bergara Hunter B-14 sweet shooting rifle too - 24 inch barrel.

[@rosswitte]

Thank you! There is a KZbin video where the channel host (The New Hunter's Guide) contacts 21 companies and only a couple had a break in process and only for the cheaper rifles. Totally agrees with what you are saying. Clean it and shoot it was the common response.

[@TerminalM193]

It's crazy how popular the myth of breaking in a firearm is. There's experts out there that base their years of experience on this claim too.... On another note, I used to work as a gunsmith at our local shop & range and you wouldn't believe the amount of people that would take their newly purchased firearm straight to the range and put anywhere from 50-250 shots through the firearm without ever taking it apart and removing all the sticky factory grease and lubing the points of friction. I would see brand new guns come back looking like guns that have fired over 1-2k rounds because of this. I didn't get many opportunities to help with selling but whenever I did I would try my best to educate the buyer about their new firearm and I would ask if they mind if I take it apart and show them how to clean and care for their firearm, "the ones that were new or didn't know any better". The vast majority of them would say they would never even consider to think about taking apart their new gun before putting their first shots through it. You do an amazing job at educating people on the topic and I personally learn something new or have a different way of looking at certain situations and problems from a different angle thanks to you! You do an awesome job at taking whatever the topic may be and making it as easy and simple to understand possible while still asserting the importance in whatever the topic may be. THANK YOU!

[@Manbunmen65]

So I buy a bolt action...why do I need to "take it apart?" There isn't anything to take apart. There shouldn't be cosmoline grease all over the rifle. You're acting like people buying new guns are getting crate WW1 rifles. I have bought around 30 guns and never had any excessive grease on them from the manufacturer. Pistols, rifles, shotguns, rimfire, center fire, bolt action, semi autos, revolvers....none of them.

[@ATVKRAZYDUNATIC]

I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of this video. It was like listening to my dad 40 years ago. You describe exactly what this type of sport has become today. " Bullshit". Most of the channels on KZbin cater more to the sponsors and the products (advertising) than they do the consumers that need that extra little bit of information to make them more assured about what they are doing. I have never bought a new gun before, but I have owned many used. But as a young boy, I don't ever remember my father telling me to shoot-clean-shoot-clean-etc, when we went shooting. It was "be safe, have fun, mind your target and surroundings, and when you are done, clean and oil your gun so it is there for when you need it." Kudos to you Sir for putting everyone that sees this, back on the right path! God bless you and yours!

[@uncleremus5046]

Your lack of bullshit is much needed in today’s world & very refreshing! Thank you Sir..

[@Theedude]

Anybody new to guns or just interested in guns in any way should watch everyone of his videos!!! You will learn so much!!!

[@chrishuss5417]

"attacking copper will attack steel"...you sir know what you're talking about. I'm a new fan. Thank you!

[@GunBlue490]

Chris Huss Thank you. Yes, copper is one of the metals of choice where rust is a concern with exposure to any number of possible agents, which is why it's used for pipes, and pennies once were made entirely of it.

[@robertsoto4239]

Dude needs a award 🥇 on everything he’s know what he’s talk bout

[@tiffsaver]

+GunBlue490 Like Hickok 45, you have the EXPERIENCE to back up your words. I'll listen to you, any day.

[@josecanisales3491]

Tiffsaver, GunBlue490 is better than Hickok. Hickok is a little boring, talks to much, acts silly, has silly laugh. Sorry but that's my perception of Hickok. This man is serious to the point, full of information.

[@104thDIVTimberwolf]

Don't forget Paul Harrell.

[@104thDIVTimberwolf]

@brian mounts they're definitely not for everyone, I will admit, but only GunBlue490 is more informative.

[@shelbyfowler8946]

I like em both

[@theswinginrichard]

@brian mounts nuts to you

[@mariobrancaccio3469]

Hi Sir, I totally agree with you 1000%,my guns shoot sub MOA with hand loads, with out all the fancy preparation suggested by time wasters. Like you said, instructions by the manufacturer are important to follow but that is it. In one of the comments I have read that you are a blessing to USA, I can’t agree with that, I think you are a blessing to the world! With your vast knowledge and kindness you really are a blessing to the world shooting fraternity . Thank you once more and God Bless you for many years to come. Mario from Sydney Australia

[@BC_Hunter]

I have a lever action model 99 Savage in .308. All my newer guns can’t come close to its accuracy. They’re unbelievable.

[@alphajam1]

Thank you for this. I never broke in a gun like some of these KZbinrs claim we have to do. I thought I messed up my firearms since the 70s. Your the best because that procedure you described by them is BS. Only break in I noticed was the action and the trigger. Your the best. One rifle I owned since the 70s is my most accurate and it isn't free floated, shot tones of rounds through it and still have great groups. God bless you. You have the passion of a great tradesmen and really care about what you do. Everywhere you worked had a very special person with a boatload of knowledge. And heart to boot!

[@alphajam1]

Hoppes 9 seems to help with removing copper, I used that forever.

[@GunBlue490]

@@alphajam1 Copper is your friend. It fills in the imperfections in the rifling and makes it smooth. It conditions your bore and makes it more accurate and less susceptible to "first clean shot" fliers. Don't remove it. Copper "fouling", the lumpy stuff created by over firing, is easily removed by a few passes with a bronze bristle bore brush. But don't sterilize your bore.

[@alphajam1]

@@GunBlue490 Thank you, I didn't know that. This explains why that lever action rifle that's not even free floated shot great since I owned it. But I did clean it more than I probably had to! I had such fun with it when I was younger and is still a shooter. It's a Marlin 39a golden special. I think it's a 1978 JM stamped without a cross bolt safety.

[@alphajam1]

Also I use to plink around and would put 500 rounds through it in a day or two. Ammo was cheap then. Use to pay 5-10 bucks for 500. Use to put pennies on the target at 25 yards and hit them without any effort standing with iron sights. This is still my favorite rifle. Levers were pretty popular when I bought it for 175 bucks

[@AdrenLnFueledScholar]

It’s very enjoyable as well as knowledgeable as we’ve all come to find out, watching this man. It warms my heart to see such a man as this reaching out through his videos to be a teacher to us all. They just don’t make’em like they used to. A people from a bygone era. I’m 26 and miss this type of people that I didn’t really have the opportunity to fully acquaint myself with. I will be registering and owning my very own first gun, a hand gun at that, when I get home from business this next Friday. I am very excited for it! It’s a Sig Sauer P226 Legion 9mm. I can’t wait to enjoy for the rest of my life and have it be the first of many guns that I will happily and proudly own! Take care and see you around 👊🏻

[@Jeff_Seely]

He's still up and kicking and still teaching us all! Not goin anywhere. Im 52 and I feel the same as you. You can head down to my local sandpit during a weekday and meet these great types of guys. Bench rest guys, gunsmiths, and great offhanded marksmen. And they'll all talk with you and if you grow big ears, you'll learn a lot! Get to know them and if they so inspire you, be the man you admire. I learned that's how I want to be and I do my part. He's a good dude that's for sure 👍

[@dougalmcalpine6804]

A rare individual in this day and age, no BS attitude.

[@JRingo-vp5wp]

Love your candor, honesty and vast knowledge. I am a lifelong shooter and simply love the art of the firearm and shooting. I am fairly knowledgeable, but never contend that I am some sort of expert, so I truly enjoy listening to those, like you, who actually ARE experts. I am fortunate to say that my father is one, as well, and I have always listened very closely to his instruction. On one hand, I am quite surprised that you don't have at LEAST a six-digit subscription count, but then again, I am not. The problem is that there are so many "experts" on KZbin these days who mostly profess their "vast" knowledge of "tactical-type" firearms made of plastic, aluminum and some steel. I am not dismissing such firearms or the people who enjoy them, but I do find it a bit sad that the fine works of yesterday made of wood and steel (pre-64 Winchesters, pre-Garcia Sakos, model 99 Savages, Mannlicher Schoenauers, etc.) have been replaced with AR15s saddled with 15lbs of flashlights, lasers and, quite possibly, even a damn RedBull vending machine! Such owners have come to be known as "Mall Ninjas," a term that is perfectly befitting. As a "minimalist and purist" type, I like AR15s and the like (WITHOUT every possible accessory known to man, however), and they do serve some purpose in modern shooting/hunting, but I much prefer the beauty of a classic, lovingly-used bolt action. At any rate, thank you for your extremely informative videos. I have watched many and will continue to do so. May God bless you and your family.

[@michaelchesny656]

This is one of the best hours I've spent learning about firearms. Thank you.

[@AimSmall101]

Another no frills no bs common sense gun video.. Awsome! Loved the oil rag tip, will be implementing it.

[@HypocriticYT]

I just took out my .22 LR Mossberg bolt action model 320BB I bought when I was 16 back in 1976 or so. Today it shot 1 moa with its original iron sights using Lapua Standard Plus ammo.

[@experienceoutdoors6279]

Im in the same boat. You just clean the bore initially to be sure it's clear oil grease and possibly swaf, then shoot and clean it rifle as you should to keep it from fouling

[@jacksongage6034]

I am a barrel maker for a rifle company that has a very high accuracy guarantee and we do not break barrels in. As you have said it is the copper that fills in spots

[@rogbec01]

Gold! thanks again for your wisdom, was about to go through some voodoo when I get my new Tikka T3x .223, but now I just give it a once over clean and ready to go!

[@ryananderson3760]

GunBlue490 I have a marlin 1895 guide gun in 45/70 that I bought in 2005. It was the first firearm that I purchased on my own. It is the most accurate rifle of mine that I’ve shot. Even with the short barrel I’ve produced groups that are 1” and less. And, with 3 different factory loaded ammunition types. It’s a rifle that defies modern ideas about accuracy. But it’s true. I’ve bought many rifles since then, but, none of them can match the accuracy of that short barreled gun.

[@jackbozarth4013]

This is the first video I have seen of yours. I am very impressed with your wisdom and presentation. That you for taking the time to produce this clip. Very informative. I enjoyed your honesty and foresight.

[@gregsg2351]

See here is what I mean about this guy swage I can't recall any other u tuber using that term but when I was younger it was a common term when talking about guns. Simple honest things like that come shining through his videos and that's why I like them.

[@paulsimmons5726]

This video reinforced about everything I always thought. I've found that almost every rifle I've shot over the years had great groups if I could do my part, Jack O'Connor strikes again. And you're correct about old junkyard guns, they often respond like champs when a little TLC is applied. I like guns with "character" anyway. Enjoyed the video!

[@Joe-wi4xv]

I am constantly amazed at how much I have learned from these videos. After using rifles on the farm for over 30 years, I've only just now decided to take up target shooting at a range. I have a new rifle for this on the way, a new scope on the way, a set of specially selected mounting rings on the way and i am going to mount the scope myself and I am confident, sight it in very acurrately. Without all your videos, I could not have dreamed of doing this. In the past, I always took the gun shops advice and recommendations and let them do everything. How I look forward to this new chapter and understanding rifles, scopes and ammunition as I have never done before.

[@joecascia9714]

Your videos are the best! They cut straight through the B.S!

[@a.grayman6349]

You are spot with there being no need to use a specific break in regimen for a firearm, that myth went out long ago. The late and brilliant John Noveske specifically stated that specifically after his extensive testing with his own manufactured firearms. Thank you for another great video.

[@mackfeltz01]

Awesome video, i would listen to a guy that has been around guns and used them most of his life compared to some younger guy that thinks he knows every thing... keep up the good work 😊

[@redrock425]

Beware the young doctor and the old barber 😉

[@xenomorph1317]

If it comes to knowing something about rifles, i will follow this man to the ends of the Earth!

[@arcturusbbqsausagemaking2435]

Great video great advice, My favorite Hunting Rifle is a 1953 FN bolt action 30.06 given to me by my brother Rip, I shot a many Deer with it, Its my all time favorite rifle ...Thanks for sharing your experiences and expertise

[@Titan500J]

He reminds me of a friend of mine who had a wealth of knowledge. It was fun to just listen to him speak about guns and reloading.

[@GWMJRSmith]

Thank you so much sir, for all your videos and all your time. Your input is greatly needed and is a treasure to be had. Really, I can’t put into words how amazing it is to be able to learn everything you think is important.

[@rickmansberger4136]

Hello Sir, My son and two daughters all have new Wonder 9’s and AR-15s. We all watched this video together so they would understand what is required of their new responsibilities to keep their firearms in excellent working condition. They will all be watching your many videos to bring them up to speed the the proper way to Aim, clean, and be a responsible gun owner. Thank you for your willingness to share and continue to educate all of the next generation of 2nd Amendment followers. I am proud my 3 kids and now students of GunblueU. God bless you and your family and Benny too. Warmest regards, Rick Mansberger Redmond Sports Group

[@NoorElahi1776]

This contradicts so many of the other guntubers. I believe this video. Thanks for the good information!

[@LilYeshua]

I just purchased a Keystone Sporting Arms 722 classic that I'm thinking about bedding the action and treating the walnut stock. The 300 black out ar pistol 7.5" barrel I have on first shot The 123 grain bullet keyholed a paper target at 25 yards. After that initial first round the successive rounds fired through that gun functioned normally. I guess that the barrel had a burr in it .. The latest thing I've heard about breaking in a gun is that the bullet conditions the throat. On another note,a 37' Winchester model 67 that was my dad's looked like the barrel grooves were shot out until I kept cleaning the bore over and over until the rifling grooves reappeared . The model 67 has always been an accurate shooting gun . Years ago my brother had filed off the front sight bead so that he could hit things farther out. Thanks

[@TrulyUnfortunate]

As a 30 year machinist I'm astounded by the things you've told me!!! I know metallurgy inside and out and made flight hardware for the NASA Shuttle program as well as participated in the development of the F-22 fighter. You've brought a whole new perspective to my firearm knowledge.

[@W-T-F-Over]

I was just looking for a video on out of the box cleaning of a New Semi-auto Rifle. The information you've accumulated is impressive! Hope these vids last forever.

[@GunBlue490]

Glad it was helpful!

[@roye.donaldson5493]

Very well taught and accepted. Thank you for your precious time in sharing your personal knowledge with all of us who genuinely care. God bless you and Merry Christmas sir.

[@SoupyOatmeal]

Mr GunBlue has more knowledge about guns and shooting then most people. How many people keep peaces of target paper for 20 years. This guy is willing to talk to you about what he believes is the truth. In fact he has so much info that he has accumulated sometimes he has a hard time of getting it out. But if you stay with him you will learn something that is a guarantee. His passion is rifles and his honesty shows through his talks.

[@chrisfev01]

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[@LarryC213]

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Would have been a damned sight better than Trump or Hillary!

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[@davidfriesen9512]

Gunblue for the Canadian primeminister🙊

[@robertalford1321]

Thank you for imparting your knowledge and understanding. There seems to be so much information out there in the gun community, and every time I hear you speak I feel like I'm getting something real instead of bunch of bs and hype. I recently purchased a quality AR from a reputable manufacturer which is known for accuracy and reliability. I cleaned the rifle, and fired it a few times. Then I started to wonder if I was jumping the gun (so to speak) by not "breaking in the barrel". Everything you say sounds like common sense. Another KZbinr expressed the exact same opinion regarding "break in", and referred to his time in the military, and how the guys just "cleaned 'em and shot 'em". I do, indeed, notice that the vast majority of proponents for complicated and costly break in procedures are companies that produce cleaning products and companies that sell ammo and those same cleaning supplies. Thank you, sir, for telling it like it is. You are appreciated.

[@GunBlue490]

Robert Alford Thank you. Practicing what I preach, I just "broke in" my new National Match barrel that I installed on my Colt AR15A4. I fired two, three round groups at 25 meters on the z position of the peep, fired 3 shots at 100 yards, made a slight adjustment, then fired a total of 80 more shots, delighting in its accuracy. It shot 1 MOA when I started, and 3/4 when I finished. It's broken in.

[@swordsman3000]

well done I had a Marlin XT-22 , $150 gun / non floated barrel / no break in...it would put CCI minimag HP's into a ragged hole that could be covered by the hollow point opening of my 9mm, I don't have electronic calipers, but we're talking Sub 1/4 MOA.....Now I will say that the gun shot consistently better with the barrel dirty rather than clean; up to a point...then the process had to start over If another company's gun (or barrel maker) cost 5-10 times as much as that little Marlin, I would demand that it perform just as well Without an over laborious procedure and just for reference...I had a Mosin 91/30 that hated 147gr military ball--but--203gr Silver Bear softpoint would do 1/2-3/4 MOA after I put in the Huber Concepts trigger....$100 gun, $100 trigger, .50 cent ammo

[@ewetho]

Watched one of those high end barrel makers say basically same thing.. break in procedures wear out barrels faster so they sell more barrels... So hell yeah love this guy!!!

[@twitchysmith8914]

31:36 "...its not a big deal, don't expect it to reach some sort of mystical level where you have do special incantations over your gun..." wow, you had me laughing hard right there! Love your videos, GunBlue!

[@adamearl6046]

thank you, I've argued with people about using brass cleaning rods because they say a segmented rod will damage the bore. really? me pushing brass down my bore at 1fps does more damage then a 175g hpbt at 2600fps? lol

[@GunBlue490]

Adam Earl Well actually, you should mind some cautions. Aluminum segmented rods pick up grime from the bore, and combined with solvent become aluminum oxide abrasive, which is a material used to sand steel. Brass is not quite as abrasive, but it too will abrade as it is soft enough to pick up some particles. It's not the speed; it's the abrasive they become, which is entirely different than a clean bullet. Segments on many rods are not flush, and bump the crown and rifling throat, damaging them eventually. Be sure your joints are perfectly smooth. I recommend a plastic coated spring steel, one piece rod.

[@johnmitchell7526]

@@GunBlue490 could you provide which cleaning rod brand I should buy with maybe a link? I have a Tikka CTR 6.5 creedmoor and a remington 270 win.

[@highplainsdrifter9631]

@@johnmitchell7526 there are three brands that stick out to me: Montana Extreme, Pro Shot, and JB Dewey. The Montana rods are pricey, but they are very nicely crafted. The Cadillac of gun cleaning rods. Avoid the Cheapo aluminum and brass rods like the plague.

[@polaire801]

John Mitchell in the ar15 video he mentioned a long barrell rod which has a ball bearing handle. This way the patches (when used with a jag) naturally turn along with the rifling.

[@HarrisonCountyStudio]

I like to use ‘bore snakes’ in my rifles. Easy to use and seems to work well. I haven’t used a rod to clean a rifle in 15 years.

[@jeanmorin3247]

"I am more interested in accuracy than any other person that I know personally." You know what? I think that this statement is accurate...

[@ashman0071]

when the first rifle you picked up was a Model 70 Featherweight - I knew I'd be watching the whole video.......

[@michaelchesny656]

Thank you for passing this on.

[@oilhammer04]

I recently bought a Sig handgun and was surprised that the manual states to only use oil to clean the gun.

[@lancehiggins828]

You had me at bullshit sir. Im a new rifle owner, but ive been shooting for years with friends and family, but only range weapons. I bought my own rifle recently and its a 6.5mm creedmoor Ruger predator. I was worried about the "break in" because putting several relatively expensive rounds through it, just to break it in, seemed excessive. I appreciate your wisdom

[@mushtaqali537]

Simple, logical & practical approach. Thanks in my experience, a bit of fouling in the barrel, does give better groups till it gets too dirty.

[@richardc-ex7rt]

So right. I never break in barrels. I have multiple rifles that will shoot .1, .2, .3 moa constantly.

[@MichaelScarborough423]

"It's a little like brushing your teeth while you're chewing your corn"....love it! (As a new AR builder, I am particularly interested in this discussion and love the educated, experienced, no b.s. knowledge here).

[@Sweetcorn97]

Found your channel recently, wish i had found you sooner. Thank you for all you do.

[@mattlord2906]

I clean my barrels with round copper plated lead beads

[@bryanzuck486]

Lol!

[@raymondquave2843]

Excellent information and I agree with you on this break end process,, being a combat nam veteran firing thousands of rounds through a m16 or m60 machine gun , the acurracy was never changed by how the weapon was cleaned or broken in,,, all that was needed was already done at the factory

[@markhmorrison]

Simply awesome! Love the idea for the oil cloth... Thanks so much.

[@Critical-Defense]

I got so blessed excited and tickled to death when I heard “I want to go over this with you in great detail.” I could listen to these lessons for hours at a time.

[@jude.25]

I find myself coming back to your videos and watching again. Too bad we can't hit the "like button" twice.

[@tracyhaynes5404]

Hit the like as much as you want as long as it's an odd number of times

[@williamdurdin1964]

I spend alot of time watching gun videos I think you inform me better than anyone God Bless, Thanks so much.....

[@hardybirch3630]

Thanks a bunch for this information. Your video sessions are always informative and helpful.

[@64ericsan]

Hello sir, I am so happy to understand English language from my South part of France and be able to discard all the "bullshit" I have been listening on KZbin or at the range before I knew you. It's my 10th video of you and I am still removing stupid stuff from my mind. Thank you so much.

[@GunBlue490]

Thank you for your support! My wife and I very much enjoyed visiting Lourdes and other parts along the Pyrenees.

[@movingforward6099]

Lets get this master to 100 k subs. He never really pushes that but he's worth it! He's needs only like 5k !

[@gilfaver362]

I remember in 1968 on our NATO rifle team in W. Germany (PPCLI-Prix Leclerc) I never cleaned my FNC1A1 for 6 months and after 15, 000 rounds it was a little sticky to open, but for sure the FN worked well clean or dirty. I'm not Catholic, but that's my confession.

[@LarryC213]

I wish that Savage would reintroduce the model 99.

[@6h471]

Me too. Best lever action rifle ever made.

[@tedsell1455]

I want one in .308

[@ctxflyer]

Superb!!! I always look forward to your lectures!!!!! I have learned volumes about all things firearms. Thank you sir!

[@Oldspartan65]

Glad to listen to someone who really knows what they’re talking about

[@bassmangotdbluz3547]

I've been enjoying your videos and thanks for sharing your years of experience in the field and your wisdom concerning lubrication and when not to. Keep 'em coming! I also love your apron from Central Grocery in NOLA; you must've bought that as a tourist because your workshop is obviously in a basement and there are no basements in southern LA.

[@asianpersuazion]

This man is the Wikipedia of firearms. Every single videos answered my "what if" questions, comparison of methods, and etc. Good job sir!

[@tompatrick3281]

I just wanted to tell you that all your videos are right on , I just watched the one about Why Not A Glock, Im glad that you bring these things out , and tell it like it is, and this one debunking the break in propaganda, ... The new generation of shooters , from the Participation Trophy generation , have took all this propaganda as the gospell LOL. , Im from the wood and metal generation my self. A lot of the generation of the Black Rifle crowd , dont know what a real blue job is , I miss those kind of firearms, and that goes for handguns also, Just my 2 cents worth ....Keep up the good work

[@miltonloupe1290]

This is the most informative video that I have seen. This gentleman is extremely knowledgeable and just plain enjoyable. "No need to break-in" Thank You.

[@stephenadsit3244]

Enjoy all your videos. Keep them coming. Thanks!

[@ChiCan76]

You sir have a PhD. in Gunology. Thanks for the no nonsense approach to sharing your knowledge.

[@BikeRider1956]

"brushing your teeth while chewing your corn"!!!!! A Classic! I'm very pleased I discovered your channel! 30 Yr USAF CCM Retired/Disabled Combat Vet.

[@steveb6103]

BikeRider1956 Sir thankyou for your service. God bless you!

[@shango02005]

I always thought that whole "break in" thing sounded nuts. I'd like to know who came up with that "shot one round, clean, shoot two rounds, clean, etc" thing. It just doesn't make sense to me and it's reassuring to hear someone with your experience say the same. Thank you!

[@TheHandsomeMatt]

Which ever gun manufacturer started selling their own brand of cleaner and oil.

[@shawnliu8902]

Hoppes?

[@m.s.l.7746]

Matthew Herrmann Remington (rem oil)

[@GreyMulletMan]

I have tried it both ways and he is right. The break in is totally unnecessary!! Good way to sell ammo and cleaning supplies though for the industry I guess.

[@jeromewheeler7097]

shango02005 ii