Of course, it's significant to keep your firearms in good shape for the life and performance of your firearms.
A clean gun is a reliable gun, and it all starts with a quality cleaning kit. Let's check out some basic gun cleaning kits and take a closer look at the GuardTech Plus .223/5.56 Cleaning Kit, an excellent option for keeping your firearms in prime shape.
Why Regular Cleaning of Guns is Important?
Reliability and safety
Dirt, carbon buildup, and debris can cause malfunctions and other safety hazards. Regular cleaning will ensure proper operation of your firearm.
Reliability and Performance
Fouling in the barrel changes the characteristics of your shots. Clean the gun, and you are preserving its efficiency and precision.
To prevent corrosion
Moisture and residue lead to rust and corrosion. With the cleaning and lubrication of the gun, this is avoided. It also means extended lifespan for the gun.
Simple ingredients to make a gun cleaning kit
Some critical components of a good gun cleaning kit include:
- Cleaning Rod: The cleaning rod pushes the patches and brushes in the barrel; it should be strong and of the right size for your gun. The GuardTech Plus .223/5.56 Cleaning Kit includes a robust, thorough cleaning rod made specifically for .223 and 5.56 caliber barrels.
- Bore Brushes: These brushes will clean in the barrel by scrubbing carbon and fouling off the insides of your barrel without damaging the rifling. The GuardTech Plus kit comes with high-quality bronze bore brushes that are effective in cleaning and won’t scratch your bore.
- Patches: Small fabric pieces that can be dipped into the solvent and oil and then used to wipe the barrel during cleaning. GuardTech Plus kits all come with cleaning patches.
- Solution and Oil: Solvent dissolves carbon and fouling, while gun oil lubricates and protects your firearm. (not included with the GTP Kits)
- Patches Holder and Jag: It attaches to the cleaning rod to hold the cleaning patches. It's easy to use while pushing patches in the bore. The GuardTech Plus kits include patch holders and jags for all calibers.
Basic Gun Cleaning Kit Use Guide in Basic Steps
Step 1. Disassemble your firearm: Make sure the gun is not loaded prior to disassembling it according to the manufacturer's instructions. Ideally you’re protecting your work surface with a GuardTech Plus cleaning mat. Once disassembled, you will have all the parts ready for cleaning.
Step 2: Clean the Barrel: Screw the correct size bore brush into the cleaning rod with a little solvent in the barrel. Let that be put through the bore several times to free up the fouling. Then run a second cleaning patch, this time wet with solvent, through the bore and then dry patches until the patches start coming out clean.
Step 3: Clean the Chamber: Using the chamber brush, you can scrub your chamber area and rid it of every kind of dirt so that your firearm will be in proper working condition.
Step 4: Lubricate: Gun oil should be applied very lightly across the barrel and metal parts of the body in order to avoid a wet sloppy mess. Apply using a clean patch to get an even surface.
Step 5: Reassemble and Clean: Reassemble your firearm to the manufacturer's specification. Wipe outside of firearm with a rag to remove any residual oil, lint, fingerprints and such. Its time for a picture - nothing like a good gun cleaning spa day!
Why Select the GuardTech Plus.223/5.56 Cleaning Kit
Several factors establish the GuardTech Plus .223/5.56 Cleaning Kit as the best investment for your equipment:
- Full Kit: Contains all components required for cleaning. 223 and 5.56 caliber rifles.
- High-Quality: Cleaning rods, bronze bore brushes, patch holders, a bore rope cleaner and more make it an efficient reliable partner, waiting for some work to be done.
- Simple Storage: The kit is easily packed into a small carry case that makes storage and transportation convenient. Whether a plastic case or Molle bag, GTP’s got your back.
- User-Friendly: The easy-to-use design makes cleaning guns a breeze and more effective.
Conclusion
Every gun owner needs a basic gun cleaning kit in order to keep their weapon working, shooting straight, and free from corrosion.
The GuardTech Plus .223/5.56 Cleaning Kit has all components to maintain any .223 or 5.56 caliber rifle. A good gun with regular cleaning and maintenance with a good kit can improve its life.
For more information on the GuardTech Plus .223/5.56 Cleaning Kit or to purchase, head over to GuardTech Plus.
