Hubert, lubing a paper patch is a REAL good idea when you have very high humidity or rain or even snow. Paper doesn't fare well with those. Lubing protects the patch. Paper is an abrasive too. My original Sharps has a bright shiny bore after 133 years. It shot paper patched ammo. Lubing would slow the abrasion somewhat. Not a bad thing.

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