I just got the Ransom "Master Mat" ( http://www.ransomrest.com/mastermat.html ). The instructions note that the mat should not be exposed to solvents containing Acetone or MEK (Methyl Ethyl Ketone) as these chemicals will cause the mat to erode.
The only solvent I use to clean firearms is Hoppe's #9. The only ingredient listed on the Hoppe's #9 bottle is kerosene, and I could not find anymore information about the product on the Hoppe's website.
My question is does anyone know if Hoppe's #9 contains acetone or MEK?
Thanks.
Hoppe's No. 9 composition
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There MSDS sheets for #9 does not list the names of all the solvents, trade secret. Acetone and MEK are used to dissolve plastic. #9 will dissolve plastic, so my guess it does contain the solvents in small amounts. Red's solvent was made to match Hoppe's #9 and it does contain these. But you can make up your own cleaner with out these solvents.
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Good ideaBullseye wrote: Why not ask Randsom if they've had any problems reported from folks using their mat and Hoppes?
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The fella at Ransom said that there have been no complaints regarding their mat and the use Hoppe's solvent. He also said that his mat was purchased from Ransom prior to his employment there and that he has used that mat with #9 for 15 years and no problems.