Cleaning a 642 (anything different?)

DaveB57 · #1 07-23-2009, 06:15 PM

Just picked up a NIB 642-1 (no lock) & was wondering if there are any special precautions for cleaning it? Finish, etc.

Dave

donaldw870 · #2 07-23-2009, 07:56 PM

Nope, not that I know of. I clean my 642 the same as my other guns. -Donald

HEADKNOCKER · #3 07-24-2009, 01:05 AM

Don't use anything "Harsh" such as "Gunscrubber" on the 642-1s finish, You'll be sorry if you do..
Use Hoppes#9 or Birchwood Caseys Bore Scrubber to remove any carbon & copper in the chambers & barrel..
Just be gentle with the sprayed on finish that the newer Airweights have..
I'd wipe it with a cotton rag & some CLP after cleaning myself & wipe almost dry as not to attract lint so much, expecialy if your gonna pocket carry that Little J Frame..
I Know I Do!
Gary/Hk

bountyhunter · #4 07-24-2009, 01:51 AM

No gunscrubber, carburetor cleaner or acetone products.

Crazy K38 · #5 07-24-2009, 01:53 AM

thanks for this thread I have a new 638 and I was wondering the same thing