George S.
Member
So I'm sitting patiently tapping my fingers and feet waiting for the delivery guy to show up with my CMP M1 I ordered and I got to thinking about what things I will need for the care and feeding of my new toy.
I would really appreciate it if some of you M1 experts would help with some recommendations on cleaning procedures, lubrication oils and greases and any M1-specific tools neeed. Also what is a good manual to get for break-down and cleaning instruction? I have heard that the GI FM 23-5 for the M1 that you can get from Midway is a rather poor quality copy of the original.
I use B-C Gun Scubber for cleaning my other guns after a range session (I know that non-chlorinated brake parts cleaner works too)and I use a lot of Hoppes #9 and CLP Break-Free. If I shoot corrosive ammo and clean up with Windex or ammonia/water, can something like Gun Scrubber be used to flush that mixture after I apply it? Will Gun Scrubber harm the gas cylinder?
I would really like to be somewhat prepared for my first range session in advance. I assume that the CMP Garands come loaded with some form of preservative like Cosmoline or grease that has to be removed before use.
Any help is greatly appreciated. TIA!!
I would really appreciate it if some of you M1 experts would help with some recommendations on cleaning procedures, lubrication oils and greases and any M1-specific tools neeed. Also what is a good manual to get for break-down and cleaning instruction? I have heard that the GI FM 23-5 for the M1 that you can get from Midway is a rather poor quality copy of the original.
I use B-C Gun Scubber for cleaning my other guns after a range session (I know that non-chlorinated brake parts cleaner works too)and I use a lot of Hoppes #9 and CLP Break-Free. If I shoot corrosive ammo and clean up with Windex or ammonia/water, can something like Gun Scrubber be used to flush that mixture after I apply it? Will Gun Scrubber harm the gas cylinder?
I would really like to be somewhat prepared for my first range session in advance. I assume that the CMP Garands come loaded with some form of preservative like Cosmoline or grease that has to be removed before use.
Any help is greatly appreciated. TIA!!