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SHOTGUN WAD SOLVENT Reviews & Ratings

SHOTGUN WAD SOLVENT

Specially formulated to loosen plastic wad fouling, carbon and powder buildup, Brownells Shotgun Wad Solvent helps reduce scrubbing for easier cleaning of smoothbore and rifled shotgun barrels. Starts breaking down the residue to help get heavily fouled shotgun bores shiny clean in less time. A real time saver for loosening that burned-in wad residue in ported barrels or choke tubes. Regular use helps prevent wad layering and carbon accumulation. Slow-evaporating for longer working time.

Liquid is for those who prefer traditional liquid bore cleaners.

The gel consistency of our Gelled solvent provides superior adhesion to the patch and bore for maximum dissolving power and eliminates the dripping associated with liquid solvents. Caution: May remove some stock finishes. Do not use with nylon/plastic brushes or store in plastic containers.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Liquid Options: 4 fl. oz and 16 fl. oz.
Gelled Option: 16 fl. oz.

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Reviews Summary

SHOTGUN WAD SOLVENT impresses users with its effectiveness in cleaning stubborn plastic wad fouling, making shotguns look brand new. Reviewers appreciate its ease of use and efficiency, reporting significant improvements over other products. A few noted strong odor and sticky residue on brushes but found it overall highly effective. Many recommend it for regular use, despite minor drawbacks.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Effectiveness

85%

Many users emphasize the strong performance of this solvent in removing plastic wad fouling and carbon buildup. Several reviewers noted that it efficiently cleans shotgun barrels, with results that exceed their expectations. This theme resonated with a majority of reviewers.

Ease of Use

70%

Reviewers consistently highlighted the simplicity and efficiency of using this solvent compared to others. Users appreciated how easy it was to incorporate into their cleaning routine, leading many to recommend it to others.

Odor and Residue Issues

40%

Some reviewers mentioned a strong odor associated with the product and difficulty cleaning brushes afterward due to the sticky residue. While not a dealbreaker for most, it is a notable drawback for some users.

Longevity of the Product

55%

A few users commented on the longevity of the solvent, indicating that the smaller size offers great value for multiple uses. This characteristic is seen as a plus, especially for those who clean their shotguns frequently.

Recommendation for Use

65%

Numerous reviewers recommend this solvent to fellow shooters, indicating a high level of customer satisfaction. Many stated that they would include it as part of their regular shotgun maintenance, sharing it with friends as well.

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Works great

I followed the directions and was surprised at the amount of wad fouling that came out. I'll make this a part of my shotgun cleaning routine from now on. I'd allow five stars except the odor is pretty intense, you have to use this in a ventilated area. And the 4 oz size will last quite awhile with no more than you need to use for a single cleaning.

Wad Solvent

I used this product with a brass bristle brush same as you would with any other bore solvent like Hoppes. However, the difference is how aggressive it is on plastic wad build up. Depending on how bad the the plastic has fouled the bore, I usually make about 3-4 passes through the bore with the brush then allow it to soak about 15 minutes. I then pull a boar snake through which leaves a clean and shiney bore. The only reason I don't give the product 5 stars is because it don't smell as good as Hoppes. Good Stuff !

Effective Wad Plastic remover

Shoot tubed shotgun and need to clean 12ga plastic out before tubing for the next match without a lot of time to do it. This gel gets the job done, ports, chokes and all. I gel the barrels then dump empties, pull shells and the tubes. By then the barrels are ready to brush, patch, tube, and I'm good to go. Friends have brought over field guns with enough plastic to sub-gauge. Takes a little longer but the end is just steel and shine. Highly recommended.