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Strongly agree on flannel patches!

For the M1 Garand, a patch wrapped around a worn-out .22 caliber brush works well to loosen deposits. Also for the M1 you may want a bore guide like this one from Midway http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?p ... ber=669772" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; - it works really well to keep the rod centered and prevent damage to the crown.

I use some CLP but mostly Ed's Red - equal parts acetone, mineral spirits, automatic transmission fluid, and kerosene (or google it and find the formula with the added lanolin). It is inexpensive and works very well, just store it in screw-top metal cans (like the ones paint thinner and spot remover used to come in).

Lubriplate grease on the M1 and on semi-auto pistol slides, and on AR-15 bolt carrier. I do not recall which Lubriplate number - it may be 130 - but it is in the M1 manual.