I am new to the S&W world, having just picked up a 5906. It did not come with a manual, and I would like some advice as to where to lubricate it and which lubricant to use. Also, what do you folks use for cleaning the barrel? My experience to-date has been in the shotgunning sports, and picked this one up for target practice.
Thanks in advance for the help. This forum was very helpful during my search.
For cleaning the barrel and other parts, I use Breakfree CLP or Gunzilla CLP. For a lube, I use Militec-1. I'm sure you will get a dozen recommendations, but as long as you use anything besides spit or water, you're good to go.
The sights were the only thing that made me hesitate on buying it, as I prefer the Novak versions. But this gun was in significantly better shape than all the LE trade-in versions I have seen in the shops, so I'll see how I like them.