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Ok, here it is, i " believe " i have a blue pillow ticking patch stuck in my cva mtn .50. I have done everything i can think or read of to get it out..worm(which broke 1 ear off, new one on way) wire brush, oversize patch. I dropped 9mm bullet in bbl, looked with flashlight, i think i see it down near bottom stuck against rifling.
Can you just load up a light load 40 gr or so and shoot it out? I would hate to buy borescope just for this..no gunsmiths in my area...help, please
Bigdaddy
 
Ok, here it is, i " believe " i have a blue pillow ticking patch stuck in my cva mtn .50. I have done everything i can think or read of to get it out..worm(which broke 1 ear off, new one on way) wire brush, oversize patch. I dropped 9mm bullet in bbl, looked with flashlight, i think i see it down near bottom stuck against rifling.
Can you just load up a light load 40 gr or so and shoot it out? I would hate to buy borescope just for this..no gunsmiths in my area...help, please
Bigdaddy
Compressed air my friend. If it don't come right out run about a teaspoon of gun oil to wet and lube the patch
Larry
 
I completely agree with Larry’s recommendation—an air compressor is an absolute game-changer for this hobby! If you ask me, it’s one of those tools that quickly becomes essential once you see how much time and effort it can save. Personally, I’ve made it a standard part of my cleaning routine prior to heading out in the field. After swabbing my bore with an alcohol-soaked patch, I always blow a high volume of compressed air through the nipple. This step is invaluable for clearing out any residual oil, solvent, or gunk (errant patch, as in your case) that could be lurking in the channel, ensuring everything is clean and ready to go. It’s such a simple practice, but it gives me peace of mind knowing the channel is clear and my rifle is prepped for the next outing. Anyone else using a similar process or have tips to add?
 
If no air compressor. Make a corkscrew on the end of a straightened out coat hanger, or other stiff wire. You will need to remember which direction you make the corkscrew so you turn it the right way!
There’s a thought! I actually have a commercially-made version myself that was included with my T/C Renegade. I believe they can be purchased on Amazon or at most other muzzleloading retailers.
 

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I have had these two pullers for 30 years for my .40 in case something weird happens. I have used the screw ball puller numerous times to pull the ball from an unfired load. The puller with the wire arms would make a dandy patch puller. They were made by Thompson Center.
Ohio Rusty ><>
 

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Shootin out a stuck "something" can work as an absolute last option, and I suspect many here have done it. One danger is once you've dribbled enough powder into the barrel (it don't take but a dab), if the stuck thing isn't rammed down solid on the powder you've now put in, you run the risk of causing a bulge in the barrel. In the case of a thin-walled barrel, perhaps an old damascus twist barrel, the barrel itself may burst. Try other means first.
 
Ok, here it is, i " believe " i have a blue pillow ticking patch stuck in my cva mtn .50. I have done everything i can think or read of to get it out..worm(which broke 1 ear off, new one on way) wire brush, oversize patch. I dropped 9mm bullet in bbl, looked with flashlight, i think i see it down near bottom stuck against rifling.
Can you just load up a light load 40 gr or so and shoot it out? I would hate to buy borescope just for this..no gunsmiths in my area...help, please
Bigdaddy
Why would you not buy a bore scope? You'll use it for all manner of things but being able to inspect the bore on all your guns is a godsend. The new versions are inexpensive and can be used in the field with your smart phone or at home on a PC then you can buy a co2 unloader that works extremely well out on the hunt i think i paid 70 bucks for mine and it has saved me a lot of hassle . You also can use a compressor as pointed out in here but its really nice to stuff that bore scope down there and know exactly what you are dealing with. also keep that barrel pointed in a safe direction , co2 or compressed air will launch you projectile out of there at pretty good velocity---good luck
 
If no air compressor. Make a corkscrew on the end of a straightened out coat hanger, or other stiff wire. You will need to remember which direction you make the corkscrew so you turn it the right way!
Also put the coil turning the right or you will unscrew it in the barrel and two items to remove! LOL!
 
Why would you not buy a bore scope? You'll use it for all manner of things but being able to inspect the bore on all your guns is a godsend. The new versions are inexpensive and can be used in the field with your smart phone or at home on a PC then you can buy a co2 unloader that works extremely well out on the hunt i think i paid 70 bucks for mine and it has saved me a lot of hassle . You also can use a compressor as pointed out in here but its really nice to stuff that bore scope down there and know exactly what you are dealing with. also keep that barrel pointed in a safe direction , co2 or compressed air will launch you projectile out of there at pretty good velocity---good luck
Yes those bore scopes are great!. Looking down a muzzleloader is one thing, but using for many other things is just as great. I've used mine for Looking in holes dug by some varmint, groundhogs, chipmunk, ect. Today I'm going to use it to look into my airducts for blockage and how dusty they might be. You will use it a lot if you just remember you got it.
 


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