Suhl cleaning

[katokoch]

I just picked up my Suhl 150-1 Standard that came from Allan's Armory this past weekend and it obviously needs a deep clean, but I've got some questions as to some of your preferred methods with these rifles.

-Bore guides... Looks like Sinclair Int'l has one that will fit the Suhl, but does anyone know if it is made to be used with the loading ramp in place? If not, how is the loading ramp removed? My guess is the same e-clip that holds the ejector in place also holds the ramp down, but I'd rather make sure before tearing it apart.

-Bolt and firing pin assembly... I quick pulled the bolt apart (and successfully put it back together), but did notice a fair amount of junk on the firing pin assembly and bolt parts. While I can wipe stuff off easily or scrub it with a toothbrush and Hoppe's, what is the best way to get the stuff that is inevitably stuck inside the bolt (where the firing pin is located) and in other hard-to-reach places? Should I soak it all in some cleaning solvent and use compressed air to blow it out or what?

-Trigger... All I've heard is that these should be soaked in lighter fluid and left to try as they are fragile and need to be kept free of oil and grease.

The rifle I've got is in fair shape (except for a rough crown and chamber that scratches cases), but I have yet to shoot it and don't want to do that until I know it is clean and ready to go. Thanks for the help!

How's this for a crown?

 

[bob finger]

I use a Winchester 52D bore guide for my Suhl action. No need to remove the loading ramp, just the bolt. Same with the Sinclair guide.

Take the bolt apart and soak it in solvent. I use WD40. Lighter fluid works too. Then blow it dry and reassemble and grease the lugs. Do NOT disassemble the firing pin assembly unless you know what you are doing.

Trigger could be soaked with lighter fluid and blow it dry with air. A tiny drop of good oil on each of the pivot pins won't hurt if you only shoot in warm weather. I leave mine "dry". bob

 

[Fred K]

I don't think you should "Blow Dry" the trigger. There are small parts that may blow away.
Lighter fluid is the way to go and let it sit and dry.

Carb cleaner is a good product to use on the bolt. Be sure and lightly oil after.
Fred K