do you think bore snake is better than bore guide ? will the bore snake work fine without spending more money on bore guide ? or having both is better
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The bore guide ensures proper alignment of a cleaning rod to prevent unnecessary throat wear during the cleaning process. A bore snake is flexible and pulled through from the muzzle, so while a guide is unnecessary it's a different process all together. If you plan on using a rod get a guide. More barrels have been ruined by cleaning than shooting.
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It depends on your application. If you are in the field the snake in a handy tool. I prefer the guide for all other applications though.
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Bore snake doesnt need the bore guide. The bore guide in combination with a good rod and bore cleaner is better...in my opinion. I like using a bore paste in combination with Rand CLP or Ogre Enviroclean.
1556500
The Bore snake is more for a quick cleaning after a short range session, the bore guide is for use with a cleaning rod, I use the guide for a more detailed cleaning at home if needed, the bore guide protects the bore from getting banged up while running the cleaning rod through the chamber, I have both and use as mentioned. You do not need the bore guide if you only plan on using the bore snake.
1556501
Bore guide really is for a new rifle break in period, after that using a snake is fine. Also it did not fit the 5.49 X 39 I have
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So, From the best I can tell, this stuff works well. We spread a couple of bags each year and rarely see a snake around the house. We live in an area with many copperheads and rattlers as well. I would not say it works 100% of the time as I have seen small, beneficial snakes around. Sweeney's has a couple of videos on youtube you could look at.I will say it smells much better than all other repellants I have tried. It would be worth having around just for the pleasing aroma if nothing else.My personal thought...many of these products work to some degree, not for all snakes, but what it does is give the homeowner a piece of mind. Just my two cents.I do recommend this one over all the others though. So, From the best I can tell, this stuff works well. We spread a couple of bags each year and rarely see a snake around the house. We live in an area with many copperheads and rattlers as well. I would not say it works 100% of the time as I have seen small, beneficial snakes around. Sweeney's has a couple of videos on youtube you could look at.I will say it smells much better than all other repellants I have tried. It would be worth having around just for the pleasing aroma if nothing else.My personal thought...many of these products work to some degree, not for all snakes, but... » Read More So, From the best I can tell, this stuff works well. We spread a couple of bags each year and rarely see a snake around the house. We live in an area with many copperheads and rattlers as well. I would not say it works 100% of the time as I have seen small, beneficial snakes around. Sweeney's has a couple of videos on youtube you could look at.I will say it smells much better than all other repellants I have tried. It would be worth having around just for the pleasing aroma if nothing else.My personal thought...many of these products work to some degree, not for all snakes, but what it does is give the homeowner a piece of mind. Just my two cents.I do recommend this one over all the others though. « Show Less
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Personally, I prefer lead. Call Crosman and see what they recommend in regard to non-lead pellets.Jim
494236
Harrows 59202 voodoo brass are nice without spending too much. I have a set myself. My friends prefer them when they come over and I throw The Freak by Viper. Both decent darts for the price.
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I agree with Brian; Scotty reviewed the PRO model, the largest one in the line-up. The ones that are spring-loaded (i.e., that have a spring behind the jaws) also come with a small cover to keep the jaws closed when not in use. Interestingly enough, the Vampliers versions of this tool are the same as the Engineer versions, except that the Engineer models don't have the jaw cover included. That may partially explain the difference in price. I've noticed in the photos that the Vampliers versions even have the word "Engineer" on their grips, which are red for Vampliers, green for Engineer. I have both the mid-sized Engineer PZ-58 and the Vampliers PRO (the largest), so I can confirm that. I agree with Brian; Scotty reviewed the PRO model, the largest one in the line-up. The ones that are spring-loaded (i.e., that have a spring behind the jaws) also come with a small cover to keep the jaws closed when not in use. Interestingly enough, the Vampliers versions of this tool are the same as the Engineer versions, except that the Engineer models don't have the jaw cover included. That may partially explain the difference in price. I've noticed in the photos that the Vampliers versions even have the word "Engineer" on their grips, which are red for Vampliers, green for... » Read More I agree with Brian; Scotty reviewed the PRO model, the largest one in the line-up. The ones that are spring-loaded (i.e., that have a spring behind the jaws) also come with a small cover to keep the jaws closed when not in use. Interestingly enough, the Vampliers versions of this tool are the same as the Engineer versions, except that the Engineer models don't have the jaw cover included. That may partially explain the difference in price. I've noticed in the photos that the Vampliers versions even have the word "Engineer" on their grips, which are red for Vampliers, green for Engineer. I have both the mid-sized Engineer PZ-58 and the Vampliers PRO (the largest), so I can confirm that. « Show Less
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Airsoft guns and snakes... Not gonna work. You'd be better off running at it bare handed lol Get an actual BB gun or a .22. The airsoft gun is nice for actual airsoft but pest control wouldn't work.
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Hi JD........I have not caught a snake, but have a friend who has. I love this product...........Don
201700
Well I have shot pretty far with mine but farther you go the worse accuracy. If your gonna hunt I'd suggest cold steel product but if wanna shoot targets and tweety bird it's perfect.
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Short answer: I'm not sure. It is thicker, i.e., bigger in diameter and hence stiffer, than I thought it would be. Personally, I'd advise a smaller diameter snake.
1152692
Thanks for the answer. I will be picking up a couple of them. I bought a Remington one at Dicks and when I pulled it out of the wall a door opened and half the pellets went all over the floor. I will have to try this. Thanks again.
477268
The brass shark works very well without jamming your rifle. I know of no alternative that works as well! It is however bulky and pretty heavy. On the other hand, the Caldwell brass catcher that I bought caused jamming and flat out doesn't work. Bulk and weight is not much problem at the range. Go with the shark. In the fiield use reload ammo on its last load!! Just kidding. In the field get used to picking up your spent brass. Hope that helps
2202837
Yes that would be correct. 7.62 = .308 so the .30 caliber bore snake is what you need.
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I do not own any revolvers but do own many semi auto pistols. The bore snake is threaded through the end where the bullet goes and is pulled through. You put some bore snake cleaner on the orange part and some gun oil on the green part. You simply pull the snake through the barrel. Sometimes it takes 2 or 3 times to get the results you are looking for. It is easy and works very well. I bought the bore snake cleaner and oil but I'm sure other brands will work just as well. Good luck.
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Oh, by the way...avoid the steel shot they sell at the sport goods store. They can seriously bounce back and smack you in the face!! Its better to buy some Hornady .44 cal lead balls, like the kind used for blackpowder pistols. Heavier, but more knockdown power and much less chance of riccochet. Thats what I use for squirrel and possum hunting.
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I don't think you should replace the python for the gravel vac because you will need to do water changes anyway and the python will make easy for you and also clean your gravel I will buy the python first because they can do bouth clean the gravel and water change the gravel vac just clean the gravel but not change the water, and to kip the fishes healthy you need to do at least ones every two weeks you may have to do more because your tank is a small tank .
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No and yes. The bore snakes have brass brushes that are caliber specific You can run a 9mm through a .45 bore but it would do a poor job.
1924007
no brand is tuely better then the next except avoid crossman. when your looking for bb;s look for .20gram or higher bb's. the heavier you go the lower your fps will be, but it will improve accuracy and your ability to shoot through brush DO NOT BUY ANYTHING LIGHTER THEN .20GRAM BB'S