Butch's Gun Care Products

About Butch's Gun Care Products

Butch's Gun Care Products was founded in 1999 by Butch Fisher, a well-known benchrest competitor who understood the demanding cleaning requirements of precision shooting.

The brand started with the introduction of Butch's Bore Shine, which was specifically designed to meet the surgical cleanliness standards required for benchrest competition shooting.

Between 2002 and 2008, Butch's was acquired by Lyman Products Corporation, a respected shooting sports company founded in 1878 and headquartered in Middletown, Connecticut.

Since its introduction, Butch's Bore Shine "set the market back on its heels" and revolutionized gun cleaning by offering a non-abrasive solution that could handle multiple types of fouling.

Today, Butch's continues to provide benchrest-grade cleaning products that deliver the extreme cleanliness standards demanded by competitive shooters and precision rifle enthusiasts.

Popular Butch's Gun Care Features

Non-Abrasive Chemical Formula

• The chemical cleaning action removes all forms of bore fouling without damaging carbon steel or stainless steel barrels.

True All-in-One Cleaning Action

• Unlike traditional solvents that target specific fouling types, Butch's products handle copper, carbon, lead, wax, and plastic residue in one application.

Benchrest-Grade Performance

• Products deliver "surgically clean" bores required for maximum accuracy without the "cleaning to death" problem common with harsh solvents.

Proactive Copper Control

• The formula can control copper fouling proactively when used before shooting, preventing buildup that affects accuracy.

Streamlined Cleaning Process

• The comprehensive cleaning action reduces the need for multiple specialized cleaners, simplifying maintenance routines.

Safe for Regular Use

• The non-corrosive formula is designed for frequent cleaning cycles without barrel damage, perfect for high-volume shooters.

Best-Selling Butch's Products

Butch's Bore Shine

• The flagship revolutionary gun solvent available in 3.75 oz, 8 oz, and 16 oz bottles, praised as the original "true all-in-one cleaner."

Butch's Bench Rest Gun Oil

• This 4 oz precision firearm lubricant is specifically designed to complement the Bore Shine cleaning system for complete maintenance.

Butch's Triple Twill Cleaning Patches

• Available for various calibers (.22, .270-.35 cal, 10/12/16 gauge) in 300-750 count bags, featuring "drop zones" designed to capture fouling.

Complete Cleaning Sets

• Bundled kits combining Bore Shine, gun oil, and patches provide comprehensive cleaning solutions for serious shooters.

Multi-Size Bore Shine Options

• The range of bottle sizes accommodates everyone from occasional shooters with 3.75 oz bottles to high-volume users with 16 oz containers.

Popular Uses for Butch's Gun Care Products

Competitive Benchrest Shooting

• Butch's products were originally designed for benchrest competitors who require maximum accuracy and frequent cleaning to maintain surgical bore cleanliness.

Precision Rifle Sports

• Long-range shooters and precision rifle competitors rely on Butch's to achieve the benchrest-level cleanliness essential for consistent accuracy.

Custom Hunting Rifles

• Hunters with precision rifles use Butch's products to maintain the accuracy required for ethical, long-range hunting shots.

Barrel Break-In Procedures

• Gunsmiths commonly recommend Butch's for new barrel break-in procedures to establish proper barrel condition for optimal accuracy.

Black Powder Firearms

• The formula effectively handles the unique fouling characteristics of black powder shooting, making it ideal for traditional firearms maintenance.

Butch's Gun Care Products FAQs

QUESTION: What makes Butch's Bore Shine different from other gun cleaning solvents?
ANSWER: Butch's Bore Shine uses a non-abrasive chemical formula that removes copper, carbon, lead, wax, and plastic fouling in one application without damaging the barrel.

QUESTION: Is Butch's gun cleaner safe for stainless steel barrels?
ANSWER: Yes, Butch's products are specifically designed to be safe for both carbon steel and stainless steel barrels with regular use.

QUESTION: How often should I use Butch's Bore Shine for cleaning my precision rifle?
ANSWER: Most precision shooters use Butch's Bore Shine every 15-30 rounds to maintain benchrest-level cleanliness and optimal accuracy.

QUESTION: Can Butch's gun care products remove heavy copper fouling?
ANSWER: Butch's works well for copper control and moderate copper removal, and can be used proactively to prevent copper buildup.

QUESTION: What sizes does Butch's Bore Shine come in?
ANSWER: Butch's Bore Shine is available in 3.75 oz, 8 oz, and 16 oz bottles to accommodate different usage levels.

QUESTION: Are Butch's cleaning patches designed to work with their solvents?
ANSWER: Yes, Butch's Triple Twill Cleaning Patches feature "drop zones" engineered to capture fouling and work optimally with Butch's solvents.

QUESTION: Who founded Butch's Gun Care Products?
ANSWER: Butch's was founded in 1999 by Butch Fisher, a well-known benchrest competitor who created products for precision shooting demands.

QUESTION: Can I use Butch's gun cleaning products on black powder firearms?
ANSWER: Yes, Butch's products are specifically mentioned as effective for black powder models and handle their unique fouling characteristics.