MikeJackmin said:
I have not tried it myself, but I have heard that some folks like to mix 50:50 Balistol and water for cleaning BP guns, and that this would prevent flash rusting. Worth a try anyway.
I can't speak to the prevention of flash rust using Balistol 50/50, but I can tell you that it will eat BP fouling and residue off from just about any metal including brass and make your life just a little more simple. Spray it on the frame and recoil shield and let it soak while you clean the barrel, cylinder and nipples, then just wipe with paper towel and Q-tips and yer done.
Snaggletooth said:
I use SGs method with a couple of exceptions. I spray with WD40.(The WD stands for water displacement) and use my airhose to blow off any excess. Ive done it that way for years and no rust on any of my guns.
Finally!!!!
I doubt that there are many of us on this forum that "Don't" have an air compressor within walking distance of us.
While I was on the road down in Texas this winter I was without an air compressor other than starting my truck and using that one. I figured it was a little impractical to fire up a Freightliner just to have compressed air to blow off a few parts. As soon as I got home I started using my compressor in my shop to dry everything from nipples to barrel, end of problem.
I must say that I'm not a fan of using the oven. A Dragoon cylinder will stay too @#@%$ hot to touch for a looonnnng time. The compressed air trick after rinsing with VERY hot water works great.
Regarding WD-40, I'm not impressed. Ballistol is the nectar of the Gods as far as BP is concerned. Also squeaky hinges, table saw decks, kick stands, wood clamps, holsters, gun stocks etc. I wouldn't be surprised if it cured VD, but I would hope that I never have to find out.
Have fun and if you haven't posted pics of the Dragoon for us, you should.