Did you know that a poorly maintained gun can jam when you need to use it? Cleaning your gun when it's due helps maintain it and keep it in good condition. There are many gun cleaning kits in the market that can help you. However, what happens when you are in a situation you cannot get the cleaning kit? Then you will need to learn other ways to clean your gun, like using household items. The primary purpose of cleaning a firearm is to make it function effortlessly without any difficulties. Here is how you can achieve that using household items.
What you need
- A cleaning rag or a paper towel
- Gun oil or a regular oil
- A stick or rod to fit into the gun barrel
- A small knife or scissors
Cleaning Solvents
- Kerosene
- Transmission oil
- Mineral spirits
How to Clean a Gun
Before you begin, make sure you unload the gun. Do so thoroughly because you never know when an accident may happen. After making sure, set the gun on a flat surface large enough to give you room to lay all the pieces and parts. Keep the parts close, and do not let any of them get out of your sight.
- Lay the cleaning mat on the flat surface and make sure you can handle the task with ease.
- 2. Separate the gun parts. You may not find a definite step-by-step way to do it here because there are many different firearm models. The best way is to use an instruction manual if you have it.
- 3. After all the parts are out, start cleaning the bolt. Do it thoroughly, then follow by cleaning the chamber then the barrel. Use the gun lubricant or any oil you may have, as mentioned above. To clean the chamber properly, soak the tiny pieces of the cleaning rag in the cleaning solution. Use the stick or rod to insert them into the chamber and take them out. Continue until you can’t see any dirt anymore.
- Please pay more attention to the firing pin; take as much time as you can on this part until it looks shiny.
- Use another clean piece of clothes dipped in the cleaning solution and wipe off any excess oil, debris, and carbon impurities from the gun. Continue until the gun is all shiny and clean.
- Now restore the gun parts and do a functional check before loading the gun. This will help you know if you have assembled the gun correctly.
Precautions to Take
- Don't cut the pieces of clothes too small and too big.
- Take your time, and don't rush the cleaning process. Also, the time you take will depend on how long ago you last cleaned the gun.
- Ensure the gun is working correctly before keeping it away
- Do not use regular cooking or hair oil.
This easy step-by-step process of cleaning a gun will help you maintain your gun without worrying about getting a gun cleaning kit. All you need is time and effort in the process. Do not fear cleaning your gun so long as you do it the right way.
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