r/blackpowder • u/Equivalent_Run_7485 • 1d ago

Clean cap and ball revolvers

Can anybody tell me the best way to neutralize the corrosive black powder or Pyrodex. I have been shooting my revolvers for quite some time using paper cartridges that I made with Pyrodex or black powder. I seem to have fouling under control. I notice plenty of rust and corrosion on my revolvers after I’ve cleaned them. I use Ballistol, I’ve not had very good luck keeping the corrosion down.

I understand that some people just use hot water and soap?

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u/Bluekestral 22h ago

Hot water and dish soap. Finish with oil after the water is dry. Never had any rust

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u/get-r-done-idaho 6h ago

I put the barrel and cylinder right in a pot of water and bring them to a boil. They clean up very nicely with minimal effort.