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PHOTO BThe T/C Wedge Pulleraffords easy removalof the wedge pin.It is also a nipple wrench.Never attempt toclean a chargedfirearm.See sectionon “Pullinga Charge.”CLEANING A T/C SINGLE BARREL MUZZLELOADING SHOTGUNNever attempt to clean a charged muzzleloading firearm. AN ACCIDEN-TAL DISCHARGE CAN CAUSE INJURY AND/OR DEATH TO THESHOOTER OR BYSTANDERS AND DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.As explained in the previous text, both Black Powder and Black Powdersubstitutes, such as Pyrodex® are corrosive, requiring careful cleaning of thefirearm after firing and before storage. It is not necessary to clean a shotgunbetween shots.The “Hooked breech” system found on Thompson/Center muzzleloadersallows the barrel to be removed easily for cleaning. Simply remove the ramrodfrom the ramrod channel and tap out the forend wedge. Once the forendwedge has been removed, pull the hammer back to full cock position to clearthe breech system. Now, by applying upward pressure to the muzzle, the barrelcan be raised free from the stock.The recommended method of cleaning is as follows: fill a pan with very hotsoapy water. Submerge the breech of the barrel in the water and push a wetpatch down the barrel on the end of your cleaning rod. Pump the rod andpatch up and down in the barrel. This will draw water into the barrel and flushit out through the nipple hole. When the barrel is clean, wipe off the excesswater and set the barrel aside to dry. Fouling on the stock, lock and exteriorparts should be wiped off with an oily cloth or T/C’s Wonder Cloth saturatedwith Natural Lube 1000+ . When the barrel has dried, either oil it well (inside62