Originally Posted by
Jimbo45
Yeah, I've read all about it. I think most of the hype was concerning using teflon in the bore. With the very small amount left behind several dry patches, I don't worry about it in a chrome lined barrel, not designed for precision. Others claim phosgene gas, or something similar is produced by burning teflon. Again, with the amounts that could possibly be released in the open air, on the first round or two fired, it isn't a valid concern to me. Maybe if you fired copious amounts of teflon coated bullets in an enclosed range, maybe a bad idea. I'd be more worried about lead/mercury exposure from the firing process inherent in firing any gun, than this possibility of inhaling a trace amount of phosgene (or whatever gas some claim is made from burnt teflon) gas during the first few rounds. Besides, Remoil has teflon too, and is designed for use in guns. Plus we cook and eat food off of very hot teflon cookware all the time. Not saying all the toxic chemicals we are exposed to everyday are healthy, just a fact of life in this day and age.