Was in BassPro the other day and saw they have an aerosol cleaning product that looks like it functions like a de-greaser.  Are there any issues or potential concerns to using a product like this? Seems like it might be more harsh than the old standby Hoppes but don't know for sure.

Your comments and insights appreciated.  Thanks

People have been using those types of cleaners for a long time.   Different brands market it under different names.  Birchwood Casey Gun Scrubber is probably the most well known brand.  There may be "some" concern with certain plastics depending on cleaning solution used.  Gun Scrubber has a "synthetic" safe brand.    As an alternative many have switched to using cheaper non-chlorinated brake cleaner which is pretty much the same thing.

As an aside I think many "smart" gun guys have gotten away from using the harsher chemicals due to availability of better cleaning solutions out there.  Some not quite so toxic.   Still there is some usage of those types of solvent/degreaser agents.   Probably nice to have a can around just in case.

It's to remove fouling from the bore.  It works..  Now bear in mind that your accuracy will be off afterwards.  So throw a few rounds to refoul a little before you use the gun for anything important, like hunting.

It stinks and must be used outside.
It removes all traces of oil from the steel, even in pores. Lube or have the totally unprotected steel rust.
It can remove some paints, so if you did a color fill on your lower, it might remove your work. Or if you spray painted a pattern onto your rifle.

I have been using non chlorinated brake cleaner for a long time and have suffered no ill effects and it's like 1/2 the cost but as stated you need to lube really well afterwards

NewGunGuy,

I use that stuff all the time and it saves allot of time and effort. Don't be afraid to use it. It's very effective and won't harm your rifle bore at all.

Impala