Didn't Virginia have Project Exile along with other states that had simular programs that were too successful and dropped politically? Gosh, that was twenty five years ago.
If you decide to remove copper, consider using aluminum bushing rods and jags. Brass jags can give a false positive. Dewey has copper eliminator rods and jags. I know nothing of copper buildup issues in a barrel.
Has anyone used/evaluated the smaller 5.5" shears rather than the 7.5"? It is more compact.
https://www.rescue-essentials.com/5-5-emt-shears-black-or-od-green/
The SOF-T has a buckle that can be disconnected if you can't slide it up the affected limb. I had forgotten this and
wouldn't have time to show someone else. I carry the CAT-7 since most people are familar with this one. I like the SOF-T Wide since it folds flatter.
Cross thumb grip. Works with one hand shooting. He talks 'combat grip' and that might be true. I use modified weaver
stance with bent elbows. Easier for me. It's the same grip for pistol or revolver.
Does your significant other have revolvers? Even if she doesn't, I prefer to use the revolver grip. It's one grip and works for both types of firearms. You don't have to think about which grip to use for pistol or revolver. If not familiar with it, crossed thumbs for revolver grip. The right...