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I believe a lot of issues with patent breeches could be avoided with a proper cleaning to remove all preservation oil before the shooting starts. I have found a thorough cleaning before any shooting session, helps my T/C flintlock and its ability to shoot multiple shots. I clean with Dawn dishwashing soap and water to remove any rust preventative oils. Then wipe down the bore thoroughly with rubbing alcohol, to help remove any moisture, the higher the alcohol content the better. Allow the barrel to dry and/or run a clean patchs down it to ensure any and all oil content is removed.