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Did you know that there are an estimated 393 million privately owned firearms in the United States of America? One of the most important aspects of gun ownership is knowing the steps that you should take to clean a gun after using it. Cleaning a gun can become hazardous, and it’s also important if you want to keep your new gun looking new for years to come.
If you’re new to the world of owning different types of guns then it is vital that you learn the steps to take for cleaning a gun barrel. The good news is that you’ve found the perfect guide to help you through each step of the process of cleaning all of your gun parts.
Keep reading to learn more about the proper way to clean different types of guns today!
1. Unload the Firearm
Any time that you plan on cleaning a gun barrel you should always check to make sure that the firearm is unloaded. This is the most important step that you’ll take during the entire process of cleaning your new gun and gun equipment. If your gun comes with a magazine then you’ll want to remove it from the firearm before checking the chamber to confirm that it is empty.
2. Disassemble Your New Gun
The next step if you plan on cleaning a gun barrel is to disassemble your firearm to make it easier to clean each individual part. Be careful with any springs or small parts to ensure that you don’t lose anything in the process of cleaning a gun, like the 10 gauge shotgun linked here.
3. Start Cleaning a Gun Barrel
The barrel of your gun will start accumulating residue from the rounds that you fire at the shooting range. You need to use cleaning swabs with the barrel as a way to collect this loose debris and prevent future damage or misfires. You should also use this technique with the chamber and the slide to make sure that all moving parts are cleared and ready to function.
The most important cleaning solution is the bore cleaner. A great way to determine how clean your barrel and other gun parts are is the amount of debris that comes out with the swab when you’re wiping the barrel down. Next, use a dry cleaning swab on your barrel to collect any leftover bore cleaning solution in the barrel until the cleaning swabs are coming out dry and clean.
Now You’re Ready to Start Cleaning a Gun
Cleaning a gun barrel is vital if you want to keep your new gun in the best condition possible for years to come. Always practice the best level of firearm safety when you start cleaning a gun by unloading the magazine and checking the firearm’s chamber to ensure that it’s unloaded. You should also use a cleaning swab with bore cleaner to maintain the barrel’s design and integrity.
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