Guide to Gun Care

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TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGEA message from Hoppes ............................................1

Hoppesthe edge you need ......................................2

The importance of good gun care........................... 3 - 5

What to do with a new gun .................................... 6 - 7

The quick way to clean your gun .......................... 8 - 12

Getting ready for the field or range ................... 13 - 16

After the hunt or competition .............................. 17 - 19

Black powder shooting ......................................20 - 24

Finishing touches ...............................................25 - 29

Preparing your gun for storage .......................... 30 - 31

Other Hoppes gun care products andshooting accessories ..........................................32 - 37


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A message from Hoppes

Today, firearms have come under scrutiny from many

sources. And, in many cases, with good reason.

Those of us who hunt or shoot for sport, as well asmany who maintain firearms for security, are just asconcerned about the responsible use of guns as thepublic at large.

Your safe and responsible use of guns is the bestinsurance any of us can have for our own gunrights and the rights of future generations. We atHoppeshope that, in addition to taking proper careof your firearms, you will treat them with respect andremember to always act in a way that reflects wellon all of us. The NRA has three rules that, if appliedevery time you pick up a firearm, will greatly reducethe number of accidents caused by careless firearmhandling.

Always keep your gun pointed in a safe direction.

This ensures that even if your gun were to dischargeno one will be killed or injured.

Always keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot.

Always keep your gun unloaded until ready to use.Do not store a firearm in a loaded condition. If

you use a firearm for home protection, take extraprecaution in the storage of that gun. Store it so thatit is not accessible to unauthorized persons.

Ammunition should never bepresent while cleaning a firearm!

Be sure you know and follow federal, state and locallaws governing the sale and use of firearms.

Always get permission to enter onto the property ofothers. Never, under any circumstances, endanger

anyones life, individual rights or property.Always know your target and what is beyond. Besure that if you were to miss the target you are aimingat there is no one or nothing beyond the target thatmight be killed, injured or damaged.

When disposing of a firearm be sure it has beenrendered permanently unusable or impossible torepair. If you wish to dispose of a firearm that isstill in usable condition, please turn it over to localauthorities.

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Finally, encourage the proper and safe use of firearmsby others. Support the educational programs of theNational Rifle Association, National Shooting Sports

Foundation, IHEA and similar safety organizations.If we all follow these simple rules, we will all benefitin time. We, here at Hoppes, will continue topromote these values at every opportunity, to insurethe continuance of the sports we love and the rightswe enjoy.

Hoppes the edge you need

We know the extremes shooters will go to in questof a prize. Whether its a trophy elk or a competitionmedal, complete concentration and unswerving

accuracy are absolutely necessary to make everycritical shot.

At the moment of truth, a shooter requires totalconfidence that his gun will perform preciselytimeafter time the perfect extension of the shooters will.

To achieve that level of confidence, an experiencedshooter will pay meticulous attention to every detail.Hell know his gun as well as his dog, his quarry andhis own five senses. And hell go to extraordinarylengths to fine-tune his firearm so it performs flawlesslyat the decisive moment.

With that in mind, we at Hoppes design our productsto satisfy these same extraordinary demands.

Our cleaners and lubricants are formulated withthe purest ingredients and tested to perform under

ex t remes o f wea ther and

temperature. So, while youmight not always be sighting inon an antelope on a hot, dustyWyoming prairie, its nice toknow your gun could handle it if

you needed it to.

For over 100 years, Hoppes hasearned the reputation as TheGun Care People. Gun careis our home territory, and weknow it as well as you know yourfavorite haunts. This is the best

advice we can give on gun care,gained through over a centuryof experience in the laboratory,in the field and on the shootingrange.

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Be good to your gun and it will be good to you. Withregular cleaning, lubricating and rust prevention,

you should get many years of enjoyment and top

performance from your gun.If you prepare your gun correctly for any adversefield conditions and clean it at the end of each day

you use it, it will reward you with smoother operationand unwavering accuracy.

If you dont, you run the risk of fouling from powder,metal corrosion from moisture buildup and simpleneglect. All of which will eventually affect accuracy,cause jamming and shorten the life span of yourfirearm.

Fouling from powder and metal

Over the years powders have been improved, butthey still leave deposits you cant even see.

If your gun isnt cleaned regularly, these powderdeposits eventually build up. When they do, they start

to affect accuracy. They also attract moisture, whichcan lead to rust.

Metal fouling is a different problem that occurs mostoften in handguns and rifles that use copper-jacketed,high-velocity loads.

The copper jacket leaves tiny metal fragments in the

barrel which creates rough spots. The rough spotscause further fragmentation after the next shot, andso it goes with every shot you make until the boreis cleaned. Like powder deposits, these irregularmetal deposits build up to a point where they affectaccuracy.

A simple barrel cleaning can prevent both types offouling and takes just minutes or, with new productssuch as the Hoppes BoreSnake, even less time thanthat (see page 12). So its well worth the little effort ittakes.

The effects of moistureon the life of your gun

Moisture is a problem that can seriously cut into thelife span of a gun. The effects are usually hard to see

until the problem becomes acute. Eventually, unlessyou take steps to prevent it, moisture damages a gunto the point of total uselessness.

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Condensation is one of the most insidious ways thatmoisture attacks your gun. If youre shooting outside ona cold day and then bring your gun into a warm room,

condensation takes place immediately on all metalsurfaces inside and out.

Any type of condensation or moisturewhether itsfrom moist air, rain, snow, fog or saltwaterwill startthe rusting process within 24 hours of contact. So,anytime you experience these conditions, remember to

dry your gun immediately.

Saltwater will create even greater problems because itis by far the most corrosive type of moisture. If youreshooting in or near a salty marsh or the seashoreeven if youre a few miles awayremember that

theres plenty of salt in the air and take precautionsagainst it.

You can find tips on rust prevention and specialcleaning techniques to prevent corrosion in our sectionon Field Conditions (see page 15).

Simple neglect

As long as a gun is cared for properly, it wont showthe effects of old age. But many sportsmen makethe mistake of thinking that if a gun is cleaned andlubricated correctly before being put away, it can stay instorage indefinitely without any further maintenance.That simply isnt true.

You do have to prep your gun properly before putting itaway. Its important that you store it in a clean, dryplace, preferably a gun cabinet or safe. Guns should

not be stored in gun cases. But, even though youvetaken all the right precautions, you still need to strip thegun down periodically and clean it thoroughly, eventhough it may not have been fired and is completelyprotected in storage.

If you follow our recommendations for cleaning,lubricating and storing, your gun will reward youwith many years of exceptional service. If you needproof, just stop in at a gun show or black powdercompetition. Youll see all kinds of antique firearmsthat still perform admirably in the hands of the skilledshooters and collectors who lovingly maintain them.

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Most guns come from the factory with a light coatingof grease on all the metal parts. This is simply toprotect it against any corrosion that might occur if the

gun has to sit on the dealers shelf.

If the gun is still in its original box, it is safe to assumeit will be greased. If its a gun thats out of its box andon display, there may be a chance that the dealer hasalready degreased it.

The easiest thing to do is ask. But even if the answeris, Yes, weve cleaned it, its always a good ideato inspect your new gun yourself. If you run a fingerover the metal, youll be able to tell whether its oiledor greased.

Any grease has to comeoff before you use the gun

Grease is messy and you simply dont want it on

your hands or clothing while youre handling yourgun. There is also a practical reason for removingit. Grease can slow down the action and impede abullets speed through the barrel.

When you get your new gun home, clean it first with

regular Hoppes No.9. This will cut the greaseeasily and leave a thin protective coating on anymetal parts.

If you dont have a cleaning kit, now is the time toinvest in one. Hoppes Gun Cleaning Kits come withall the essential items you need to get you off to agood start:cleaning rod, patches, accessory ends,solvent and lubricating oil. In addition, consider theHoppes BoreSnakea revolutionaryall-in-one cleaning tool that is billed as(see page 12).

The Worlds Fastest GunBore Cleaner.

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Many experienced shooters have their own preferredway of cleaning their guns and may even have theirfavorite rags and other materials theyve come to like

over the years. But here are some simple proceduresfor cleaning your gun so its adequately protected andready to use.

A simple barrel cleaning

takes only minutesYou will need: cleaning rod, bore brush of propercaliber or gauge for your firearm, slotted end, clothpatches, Hoppes No. 9 Solvent of your choice,Hoppes Lubricating Oil, Hoppes Tynex or Phospher

Bronze utility brush, and a cleaning cloth.

Be sure the gun is unloadedand all ammunition has been

removed from the cleaning area

1. Attach the bore brush to the cleaning rod andmoisten with Hoppes No. 9. Starting from the breechend of the barrel, when possible, work the brushback and forth to loosen residue and fouling. Ensurethe brush passes completely through the barrel

beore drawing the brush back through the barrel.Starting from the breech end guards against anyaccidental contact between the metal rod and thefinely-machined rifling at the muzzle tip and reducesthe amount of fouling, deposits or metal fragmentsthat may fall into the action.

2. Remove the bore brush and attach aslotted end to the cleaning rod. Insert acloth into the slotted end and, startingfrom the breech end of the barrel,push the cloth through thebarrel. Remove the cloth andrepeat process until the finalcloth comes out clean. Thiswill remove any lead andpowder deposits. If youvebeen shooting with copper-jacketed bullets, youll needto use Hoppes Bench Rest9. Bench Rest 9 has been specially formulated to cutcopper, as well as lead and any other build-up in thebarrel.

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We also make specialtysolvents, which you maywant to consider. Our Semi-Auto Solvent is for high-performance semi-automaticpistols and rifles. It cleanslead and copper fouling,leaving absolutely no trace

residue. In semi-autos that arefinely tuned to extremely closetolerances for competition, thisis a special advantage thatprevents sticking or jamming.

Another specialty productHoppes No. 9 Plusis asolvent and patch lubricantmade especially for blackpowder. Its highly effectivefor both deep and shallow-grooved barrels and shouldbe used frequently whenblack powder shooting. Infact, many black powderenthusiasts use it after everyshot. (For special tips onmaintaining black powderfirearms, see the specificsection on black powderfirearms.)

Once youve finished, apply a thin coat of oilHoppe's oers a complete line o patches to ft everyfrearm and every cleaning need.

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3. Now that you havefinished cleaning the bore,attach a clean patch to the

slotted end and moisten it withHoppes Lubricating Oil andrun it through the barrel once.This will put a fine coat of oilinside your barrel to preventrusting.

Clean and lubricateany moving parts

4. Using your utility brush, cleandirt and materials from the gunsaction. Moving parts such as theaction and trigger mechanismcan be wetted with solvent,then scrubbed with the brush.Any type of Hoppes solvent canbe used. The larger bristles onthe utility brush can be used to

clean any broad surfaces, whilethe smaller bristles can be usedto get into hard-to-reach areas.

5. After youve scrubbed withthe brush, wipe the area clean

and apply a light coating ofoil.

Wipe all metal surfacesclean and lightly oil

6. Finally, wipe all exposedmetal surfaces with a light coatof oil.

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To use the BoreSnake, apply Hoppes No. 9 Solventto the first floss area of the BoreSnake and drop thebrass weighted end through the breech of the gun so

that it falls through the length of the barrel. Then pullthe entire BoreSnake through the barrel. The first flossarea removes loose foreign particles. The embeddedbronze brush will scrub away all fouling and residue.The body of the BoreSnake will swab the entire lengthof the barrel, flossing and polishingall in a single

pull.You can then apply a few drops of HoppesLubricating Oil to the body of the BoreSnake and giveit another pull through the bore.

BoreSnakes are available in specific calibers and

shotgun gauges with color-coded bodies and stampedbrass weighted ends to denote caliber or gauge.

BoreSnakea faster alternative

Hoppes revolutionary BoreSnake is The WorldsFastest Gun Bore Cleaner. This unique product

brushes, flosses and cleans your gun bore in a single pull.

The anatomy of a BoreSnake

Brass Weight

slips easily through the barrel. Grasp and pull cleaning cord throughbore. Stamped for identification of caliber or gauge.

Main Floss Areaprovides 160times moresurface area

than a patch.Cleans like noother product.

First Floss Area removes foreignparticles prior to the scrubbingaction of the brush.

Bore Brush with bronze bristlesis embedded in cord toloosen hard deposits.

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Even though you may have cleaned and lubricated your gun correctly before putting it away, it is amistake to think you can just go out and start shooting

after the firearm has been stored for long periodsof time. We recommend you give it a simple visualinspection to determine whatif anymaintenancemay be needed.

Make sure the gun isnt loaded and all ammunition issafely stored away from the gun.

Look through the bore to check for any rust. If you seerust, you will need to remove it. Make sure the actionmoves freely. If it feels stiff, lubricate it lightly.

Finally, as a routine measure, clean the bore beforeyou begin shooting. Hoppes makes the perfect field

cleaning tool for this chore in our Hoppe's FieldCleaner

What to take along

Going on an extended field trip? We recommendtaking along either the Hoppes

Premium Universal Field Kit or aHoppes BoreSnake, The WorldsFastest Gun Bore Cleaner. If

youre doing a lot of shooting,youll need to pay more attentionto cleaning and lubricating.

This is especially true if youre ina competition and plan on firinglots of rounds. If youre usingcopper-jacketed bullets, be sure

to take along Bench Rest 9, madeespecially to cut copper fouling.Or, take Semi-Auto Solvent if

youre firing a fine-tuned semi-automatic firearm.

On a hunt, there are a number

of easy-to-carry products that youmay want to have along.

Hoppes No. 9 is available inan aerosol can that fits easily inany pocket or bag. There arealso other Hoppes productsavailable in convenient aerosol cans, such as HoppesLubricating Oil and Hoppes Barrel Scrubber.

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For easy surfacecleaning, our WaxTreated Gun Cloths and

Weatherguard Cloths canbe used to wipe away anydust or dirt you may pickup. Weatherguard Clothsare charged with BenchRest Lubricating Oil and

Weatherguard, a formula thatdrives out moisture and protects

against rust.

Shooting in rain or snow

Preparation can save you a lotof headaches, especially if youreanticipating poor field conditions.Hoppes No. 9 and Bench Rest9 provide some measure of

protectionagainstthe heavymoisture in rain or snow. Foradded protection, wipe theexposed metal surfaces with

our Weatherguard Cloth beforegoing out. Weatherguard Clothscontain ingredients that driveout moisture, lubricate andprevent rust, and are easy tocarry in the field.

After a day in the rain or snow,good maintenance becomes criticalto prevent any rust. Dry your gunoff with towels or cloths as best

you can.

Next, spray on Hoppes MDL, ourmoisture displacing lubricant, orwipe with a Weatherguard Cloth.This will get deep down into placesa regular cloth might miss, and willactually lift moisture out.

Finally, dry again with a cleancloth and you will have adequatelyremoved the moisture.

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Your gun is now ready to useagain. If youre finished withit and intend to put it away,

theres one last thing youshould dolet the gun sit for24 hours, then apply HoppesNo. 9 to remove any residue,paying special attention to allmoving parts. As a last step,

apply a light lubrication and your gun is ready to be putaway.

Cold weather shooting

Before going out in coldweather, we recommendapplying Hoppes Dri-Lube

or our aerosol HoppesLubricating Oil to all movingparts. This will keep theaction smooth under normalcold conditions.

Hot, dry, dustyconditions

As it turns out, the products

recommended for cold arethe same ones recommendedfor extreme heat.

If youre going out in adesert area or the hot, dryplains, Hoppes Dri-Lubewill repel dust and maintaingood lubrication in extremeheat. So, if youre firinghundreds of rounds in aNevada desert, your gunwill perform the way youwant it to.

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Ideally, you should clean your gun after every use.Competition shooters, in fact, may want to clean theirgun several times during the course of a day. But here

are some practical guidelines that cover a wide rangeof typical situations.

If youre hunting, theres always a chance that gamemay be scarce and you may not get off too manyrounds. If thats the case, theres no reason to beobsessed with cleaning. But once youve fired off a

dozen rounds or more, cleaning is a good idea.A simple barrel cleaning, such as weve describedearlier, is perfectly okay if youre on a hunting trip forseveral days or in the heat of a competition. (Note:The Hoppes BoreSnake is an ideal take-along forquick cleanings in the field or at the end of a day of

hunting.)Youll need to do a more thorough cleaningperiodically to get at residues that are working theirway into the grooves.

A thorough barrel cleaninginvolves the use of a brush

Residues will eventually build up in a barrel, startingon a microscopic level. While patches will removeany surface residues, they cant get at the minute

buildup that occurs in the fine grooves of the barrel.This buildup ultimately defeats the purpose of thegrooves and thereby affects accuracy. So you shoulddo a thorough cleaning on a regular basis,depending on the number of rounds you shoot.

For a thorough cleaning, use a Hoppes cleaningbrush. There are several types available. Ourtraditional brushes have either Tynex bristles, whichis a nylon-like material, or Phosphor Bronze, which isa metal bristle softer than the metal in your barrel. Wealso manufacture a premium

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Tornado Brush, which has a special spiral-wounddesign that eliminates any bristle ends.The traditionalbrushes are for the vast majority of sportsmen,

ranging from occasional shooters to serious hunters.The stainless steel Tornado Brush is for competitionshooters and purists who insist on a perfect finish inthe barrel.

The procedure for cleaning, however, is the same forall types of brushes. Clean the barrel first with patches,as weve described earlier in our recommendationsfor simple cleaning. Then wet the brush with a solvent either Hoppes No. 9, Bench Rest 9 or Semi-Auto

Solvent and run it through the barrel. When usinga brush, we especially recommend that you insert itfrom the breech end, not the muzzle end, wheneverpossible. While all brushes are perfectly safe to useon any gunmetal, the grooves at the muzzle tip areespecially fine and sensitive, and every care shouldbe taken to be gentle with them.

Once youve scrubbed the barrel thoroughly with abrush, go back again with a series of patches to pickup the residue that the brushing has dislodged.

Finally, soak a patch in Hoppes Lubricating Oil andrun it through the barrel to add a light coating of

protective oil.

Important note on brushes:

The phosphor bronze and Tornado brushes

should be run completely through the barrelbefore pulling either one back out.

They cant be reversed inside the barrel withoutbending, snagging or breaking the bristles,which

can result in damage.

Tynex brushes can be run back and forthsafely while inside the barrel.

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Black powder, muzzleloading firearms are popularwith many enthusiasts ranging from hunters to history

buffs who participate in military reenactments.

Black powder shooting presentsspecial cleaning chal lengeswhich Hoppes has addressedspecifically. In fact, we offer a

complete Black Powder CleaningKit that has all the materials blackpowder shooters will need.

Chemicals used in black powderare extremely corrosive. For that

reason, we recommend morefrequent and thorough cleaning.Ideally, you should clean the barrelafter every shot, using HoppesGun Cleaning Patches.

Follow the same procedure youwould use for a simple barrelcleaning. First soak a patch inHoppes No. 9 Plus

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this is a special cleaning formula created especiallyfor black powder. Work the patch back and forth

several times before pulling it out. Repeat until thefinal patch comes out relatively clean, and then followup with dry patches until the last patch comes out withlittle or no color.

We also recommend that every

other time you clean the bore,you should clean the breech, too.Finally, brush the barrel clean atthe end of the day and coat thegun with Hoppes MDL before you

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Muzzleloading safety tips

Use only black powder or powders designed specifically foryour gun smokeless powders create extremely high

pressure. They can explode the barrel and cause

serious injury.

Dont exceed the recommended powder charge exceedingthe maximum recommended charge only increases

barrel pressure and risk. It doesnt change the muzzle

velocity.

Never load directly into the barrel from a horn or flask a smoldering ember from the last shot can ignite the

powder and follow it back up the barrel into the flask,

causing an explosion. Always pour from a separate

powder measure.

Keep your face, hands and body clear of the muzzle use only

your fingers to seat the ball. Never put the palm of

your hand over the end of a ramrod.

Point the muzzle in a safe direction when loading never

prime or cap the gun until you know where the

muzzle is pointed.

Seat the ball firmly on the powder charge dont try to

fire a ball that isnt properly seated. You can damage

the gun and hurt yourself.

When in doubt, pull it out

if a ball isnt properly seated, make sure the gun isnt

primed or capped, and then get it back out with a

ball puller. Never try to fire it.

Dont smoke around black powder a hot ash can ignite it.

Treat it if it were as volatile as gasoline. It is!

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Bluing restoring the original finish

Traditional bluing is beyond the capability of thetypical gun owner. It involves dipping the firearm into

a vat of heated chemicals to produce a blue or lightbrown color to the metal. This is how the manufacturerdoes it.

Making touch up repairs to a blued firearm can be

done with a Hoppes Gun Blue Kit. The kit is completewith all the materials youll need and simple directionson how to use them.

Preparation of the surface is critical when bluing afirearm yourself.

If metal parts are nicked or scratched, sand them firstwith extra-fine sandpaper or 000 steel wool. Nextwhether you sand or notremove all traces of dirt,including fingerprints, with Hoppes Barrel Scrubber.Use a clean cloth or paper towel to rub the cleaner in,then again when you wipe dirt off. Now the surface isready for Hoppes Gun Blue.

Apply the Gun Blue evenly, makingsure all surfaces are covered. Thenlet the bluing compound stand forthree minutes. Dont attempt to rub itin this isnt necessary. After it hasset for the required time, rinse withclear water and check the result. Ifthe finish isnt as blue as youd like,repeat the process as many times asnecessary until you get the depth ofblue youre looking for.

Finally, apply a light coating ofHoppes MDL to protect againstmoisture.

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f youre not going to be using your gun for a while,it will require some special treatment before putting itaway.

Be sure the gun is unloaded and all ammunition hasbeen removed rom the cleaning area.

Short-term storage less than a year. First, take the gunapart and clean it thoroughly as weve described inthe stripping section. But instead of applying HoppesLubricating Oil to all parts, apply it only to the woodand action. Coat the bore and all other surfaces withHoppes MDL, which provides superior protectionagainst even microscopic amounts of moisture. Thenstore your gun in a cabinet made for gun storage.

Long-term storage one year or more. The basic recom-mendations are the same. Strip the gun down andclean it thoroughly, then apply our Lubricating Oil tothe action and wood. However, instead of coatingthe remaining parts with MDL, you should now useHoppes Gun Grease which provides an even thicker

layer of protection.

The best place to store a gun for a long period is in alocked gun cabinet.

A few other tips. Never plug the bore for storage.Plugging only prevents moisture from escaping and

actually increases the chances of rusting. Dont rest thegun on its rubber recoil pad.The pad can lose its shapeand resiliency in a hurry.Finally, when transporting

your gun, its best to carryit in a case for maximumprotection.

When youre ready to use thegun again, dont forget to removethe grease or MDL. Treat it just

the way you would a brandnew gun coming directlyfrom the manufacturer. Cleanit with Hoppes No. 9 andapply a thin coat of HoppesLubricating Oil afterward.

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High performance and accuracy are crucial to seriousshooters. Now you can count on our new HoppesElite to bring you the most advanced technology infirearm care and cleaning today. Hoppes Elite meets

the demands of professional shooters, military andlaw enforcement by providing advanced cleaning andlubrication technology.

The Hoppes Elite technology was originally developedto clean the $28 million F-16 fighter for the U.S. Air

Force. Its special blend of chelating agents, corrosioninhibitors and surfactants safely penetrate the poresof metal through a non-toxic solvent base. In fact, afirearm treated with Hoppes Elite is cleaner than whenit shipped from the factory.

Every time a gun is fired carbon, lead, copper or plasticfouls it. The carbon residue embeds itself deep into thepores of the bore metal and acts like glue, attractingmore fouling. Continuous firing layers more carbon, leadand copper fouling onto the surface of the bore. Whileordinary and even premium gun cleaners can leave

residues behind, Hoppes Elite: Cleans the firearm down to the pores Conditions the bore to repel additional fouling Provides a powerful lubricant and protectant Cuts cleaning time by up to 80% Saves you money

Hoppes Elite is for the hard core shooter, who needshard core cleaning. Hoppes Elite is approved as safeby all major gun manufacturers and it exceeds EPA andMILSPEC requirements.

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Hoppes Elite Gun CleanerHoppes Elite Gun Cleaner cleans firearms

to a level that is actually better than thefirearms original, pre-fired conditionwhich is far superior to what ordinarycleaners and even most advanced cleanerscan doand it does it up to 80% faster!Hoppes Elite Gun Cleaner activates thesurface of the gun metal, not just gettingthe surface cleaner, but also allowing oilsand lubricants to penetrate at the molecularlevel for superior lubrication of movingparts.

Hoppes Elite Field CleanerHoppes Elite Field Cleaner is an all-in-one cleanerthat lubricates and protects as it cleans, makingthis the perfect field cleaner for range shooters andhunters. It uses a synthetic thin-coat technology thatprovides a microscopic layer of rust inhibitor and

lubricant on moving parts to protect against depositsthat lead to fouling and reduced accuracy.

Hoppes Elite Gun Oil

Hard core lubrication for the hard core

shooter, Hoppes Elite Gun Oil providessuperior lubrication and corrosion protectionto help you increase your shooting accuracyand performance. Hoppes Elite Gun Oil useshighly refined anti-wear lubricants and otheradvanced components to provide exceptionalprotection.

Hoppes Elite Bore Gel

At last, an advanced cleaning system that issafe for even everyday use! Hoppes Elite Bore Gel

provides the markets most sophisticateddeep cleaning and metal conditioningwith its state-of-the-art aerosolvents,surfactants and other components.And it does it so quickly, youll reducecleaning time by up to 80 percent!Easily removes carbon, lead and mostcopper fouling.

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Hoppes makes a variety of gun maintenanceproducts not specifically mentioned in the text, yetuseful for a variety of purposes.

Beginning shooters are well-advised to start with abasic Hoppes Gun Cleaning Kit, containing all theessentials for good gun maintenance. Experiencedshooters may want to add some of our specialty toolsand gun care products, especially if youre involved

in shooting competitions or black powder shooting.

Hoppes Cleaning Kits

Hoppes offers a wide variety of cleaning kits and

accessories containing all the essentials for good gunmaintenance. There are both standard and specialtykits that can make each cleaning task easier.

Hoppes Gun Cleaning Kits Standard Hoppes kits comein a wide variety of configurations with graphite,aluminum, brass or stainless steel rods. The DeluxeWood Box Presentation Kits contain a brass rodand added accessories, handsomely packaged in awooden box.

Shotgun Chamber Cleaning Kit Allows you to clean thechamber without having to remove the barrel.

Rifle Chamber Cleaning Kit Allows you to clean thechamber of a bolt-action rifle without taking the gunapart.

Gun Cleaning Rods Rifle and handgun rods have a ballbearing swivel handle, designed to follow the riflingof the bore and make turning easier. Shotgun rods

have fixed handles.Field Gun Cleaning Kits Fit neatly into soft-sided cases.Easily carried and essential for any emergencies.

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specific BoreSnake, No. 9 Solvent, Lubricating Oiland Weatherguard Cloths. Ideal as a handy takealong.

Other Hoppes Gun Care Products

Here are some gun care products youll find helpful,in addition to those already mentioned.

Hoppes No. 9 Aerosol Excellent for freeing rusted partsand cleaning metal surfaces.

Gun Cleaning Swabs Available for all calibers andgauges.

Adaptor, Knob and Slotted Ends A rifle-to-shotgun

adaptor, plus knob ends and slotted ends for popularsizes of rifles, pistols and shotguns.

Barrel Scrubbers A combination ofa brush and swab, these handy

accessories are a fast, easy way toclean shotgun barrels.

Choke Tube Lube Special formulamakes changing chokes in the field abreeze.

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Hoppes Shooting Accessories

Bore Light Fully illuminates the bore so nicks,scratches, pits and fouling can be easily seen.

Universal Trigger Lock Simple, affordable way toprevent unauthorized use of firearms. Key operated.

Bench Rests and Bags Well-constructed rifle and pistolrests, plus a variety of rest bags for the target shooter.

Precision Lubricators Needle-thin, extra-long stemspouts for those hard-to-reach areas. Available withLubricating Oil and Moly Oil.

Bow Cam Lube Just what you need to lubricate yourbow cam axles. Comes in an applicator with aprecision point.

Gun Cleaning Pad An attractive hunter green padprotects firearms and working surfaces from scratchesand spills.

Critter Targets Add a note of realism for hunterslooking to improve their skills. Available in turkey,ground hog, rabbit, squirrel and crow.

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Personal safety

Personal safety should always be uppermost in yourmind. While its often easy to let safety practices

slide, you should remember that the most experiencedhunters and shooters are the ones who follow thesepractices most religiously. Theres a reason for that.They know you can never take safety for granted,

because it could be in that one unguarded momentthat disaster strikes.

Always protect your eyes never forget that a shot isreally a small explosion, and minute particles cansometimes come flying out of a discharged gun.Hoppes Sporting and Safety Glasses are made withtough, impact-resistant polycarbonate lenses.

Hoppes Sporting and Safety Glasses can be worn bythemselveso r o v e rprescription

eyeglasses.Lenses comei n t h r e es h a d e s :c l ea r f o rsimple protection, yellow for added brightness and

gray to cut down on glare.

Ear protection is essential (especially for shooters whoare firing a lot of rounds in any given day). Thesimplest form of protection is Hoppes Ear Plugs,which fit snugly inside the ear

canal. Our newest plugs aresofter and nonintrusive, offeringmaximum comfort as well asprotection.

Stoney Point's 28 dB Sound Muffleris available in a fold-up modelthat is ideal for convenience and compact storage.Durable ABS plastic ear cups have pillow foam insertsand are fully adjustable to fit all shapes and sizes.

The 25 dB SoundMuffler is ideal forthe rifle range, skeetshoot ing or anyother situation where

youll be firing a lotof rounds.

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Gun Display

Hoppes Decorative Hangers Hoppes offers threetypes of hangers for display: Walnut-finish Sportsmens

Knobs for simple wall display, Solid Brass-finish GunDisplay Hangers, and handsome Walnut Shields withSolid Brass Hangers.

The safe carrying and handling of your firearm inthe field is always of utmost importance. To do so, werecommend the use of the following products from oursister companies at Michaels of Oregon Co.

Uncle Mikes Quick Detachable

Sling SwivelsThe undisputedbest swivel in the industry.Available in several modelsand styles, Uncle Mikes QDSuper Swivels provide a safe,secure connection between your

sling and your firearm, withoutscratching or marring.

Butler Creek Slings The leaderin neoprene slings offers the widest variety of top-quality slings for your rifle or shotgun. Adds comfortand safety in the field.

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From all of us at Hoppes, the best of shootingin the field or on the range.

Youre one of millions of sportsmen who knowthe exhilaration of being in the outdoors or in areal competition with marksmen who often seemsuperhuman in their abilities.

For over 100 years, weve been right therealongside you. Our laboratory extends fromthe woods of Pennsylvania to the plains ofNebraska. From the deserts of Nevada to theswamps of Louisiana. From the mountains ofIdaho to the lakes of Minnesota.

No matter where you live, hunt or shoot, youllfind an exquisite beauty in your surroundings.We hope youll continue to enjoy it for many

years to come, and to treat it responsibly so wecan all pass it on to generations to come.

We always welcome your questions as well as your suggestions on how we can do a betterjob for you. Thats how we became The Gun CarePeopleby listening and learning.

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Guide to Gun Care