The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - Barrel Obstructions: Not for the weak of heart

HiBC · December 28, 2008, 10:50 PM

When this situation occurs there may be some risk of hurting the barrel in any case.

Whacking on a rod has its risks,also.as the bullet recieves the blows,some upsetting occurs.This can cause the bullet to become tighter,If the rod walks off the center of the bullet and contacts the bore,the rifling recieves some knocks.

I don't have a lead sled .An old tire works:-)

I have never stuck one.I'd give it a try.

December 28, 2008, 10:50 PM	#8
HiBC Senior Member Join Date: November 13, 2006 Posts: 8,295	When this situation occurs there may be some risk of hurting the barrel in any case. Whacking on a rod has its risks,also.as the bullet recieves the blows,some upsetting occurs.This can cause the bullet to become tighter,If the rod walks off the center of the bullet and contacts the bore,the rifling recieves some knocks. I don't have a lead sled .An old tire works:-) I have never stuck one.I'd give it a try.