I use a cotton patch as well and make sure the bore is "wet" with DBC and let dry overnight. I will shoot it 10-20 times and reclean and reapply and it seems to be good for a long time of easy cleaning. It made a huge difference in my muzzleloader (like jaw dropping) YMMV

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