New Ruger 10/22 Maintenance Question

[DArBad]

I bought a new Ruger 10/22 Sporter with the 22 inch stainless barrel. It is still in the LGS for the 10 day waiting period. It is my first 10/22.

I watched the you tube video from Ruger and the young tech just used a bore snake. I prefer to use a one piece carbon fiber rod and brush. I am used to cleaning my shotguns and 1911s and clean from the breach end to muzzle.

I can see that on the 10/22, I will have to disassemble and remove the barrel to accomplish the breach end to muzzle cleaning with a rod.

Is this how you clean your 10/22? Or you just insert your rod into the muzzle to breach ala revolver style of cleaning?

[BigStiCK]

I've always used a bore snake. I've owned prolly 20+ 10/22s and clones from both Volquartsen & KIDD and never had an issue with the snake. Pulling the barrel for cleaning is waaaay over the top & not necessary.

BTW there are a few 10/22 clone manufacturers that have a hole in the rear of the receiver for peeps that prefer it. Surprised Ruger hasn't done it but I guess they have their reasons.

[TKM]

Powder blast, CLP and snake.

[bubbala]

I believe it's Tipton that makes felt plugs you thread onto string trimmer line.
I use them often between full cleanings.
I thread them through the breech end.

[M1NM]

I've always cleaned mine from the muzzle. No need to disassemble beyond removal of trigger group and bolt. Be careful with the parts/finishes on new 10-22s. The painted (not anodized) receivers and plastic parts don't like aggressive solvents.

[Mayor McRifle]

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/100708377

https://youtu.be/rZ2zxnMzhTk

[DArBad]

Thank you all for your kind advise.

[Jeepergeo]

Check out Dr. Gunner's posts on RimfireCentral dot com.

He'll show you tge tools you'll need and even how to make them if you are so inclined. Look for his write up on Patch Worms.

Some rimfire folks really scrub their guns after it se, whereas others seem to run them fouled. About 50/50.

I would not clean from the muzzle as that pushes junk into the action. I use an Otis bore cable system and that works great for me.

['ol shooter]

I use One Shot spray cleaner/dry lube on my semi-autos, it keeps them a lot cleaner and you don't have to break them down every time you shoot. I clean by using a G.I. toothbrush on the bolt face and breech face, a Gunsmither brush in the chamber, and a bore snake when needed. Before a shooting session I lock the bolt open and spray a generous shot of One Shot into the roof of the receiver and close the bolt, then spray the underside of the bolt. Let dry for a few minutes and go shooting. The dry lube is good for a couple hundred rounds before you need to re-apply.
Gunsmither brush:

[c good]

I've been cleaning mine from muzzle for 20 years. Just be careful not to nick the crown. I also use all bronze/brass brushes with a brass cleaning rod.

Be sure to keep the bolt face clean under the extractor claw. I use a wooden handle q-tip type of swab dipped in Hoppes 9 to soften up the carbon. Then I break off a short piece of the q-tip handle and use the sharp wooden end to work loose the carbon and wax buildup or a small soft bristle toothbrush . Then clean with cotton tip end of swab.

[TAS]

I usually use a bore snake these days but if I use a rod, I’ll feed it from the muzzle, thread a patch while the tip is in the receiver and then pull it out. It’s slower but it does work.

[mike.h]

or use a patch worm.

http://patchworm.com

[MyOdessa]

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/100708377

Completely agree. Drill the hole in the back of the receiver. Best way to clean it.

[DArBad]

Drilling a hole in the back of the receiver:

Will any " gunsmith " be able to do this, or should I seek a " Ruger 10/22 Specialist "??? I have to admit I don't have the courage to do this on my new rifle.

[DArBad]

or use a patch worm.

http://patchworm.com

First time I learned of this thing. I will read up on it. Thanks for posting.