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Whether you are new to the world of firearms or have been collecting different models for years, you might have questions about cleaning your guns. Do you need to break out your AR-15 cleaning kit after every trip to the range, or can you wait? What about after a waterfowl hunting trip that exposed your gun to plenty of moisture? What items are necessary for a cleaning kit? Knowing the answers, no matter how experienced you are as a gun enthusiast, can help you keep your firearms in top shooting shape. Here are some common questions related to cleaning firearms and the answers you need to perform proper maintenance. Pistol Cleaning Kit Do I Have to Clean My Gun After Every Trip to the Range? You’ve just come back from a day at the range where you only fired a few rounds from different guns. Or maybe you’re returning home from firing 500 rounds through one pistol because you are training for a competition. In the first example, you probably don’t need to clean your gun. Doing a coupl...

You’ve enjoyed a day at the range, returned home, and put away your firearms. Should you have cleaned them first? What happens if you wait too long in between cleaning sessions? How often should you break out your trusty pistol cleaning kit for an in-depth clean of your everyday carry gun? Knowing the answers to these important questions can help you keep your guns in top shooting shape. Here’s everything you need to know. What Happens When You Don’t Clean Your Gun? Every time you fire your gun, it leaves behind a buildup of residue—known as fouling—inside the gun. Firing rounds builds up more of this grime, along with gases and powder residue, all of which can hinder your gun’s performance. Copper, carbon, lead, and other materials are left behind, which can cause corrosion and, eventually, rust which can lead to further damage. Leaving this fouling to accumulate could prevent your firearm from firing properly. In short, if you don’t clean your gun, it could become less accurate, l...

The gun range may seem like a place where you only need to bring your gun and a bit of ammo. However, there is plenty of other gear you might want to bring, especially if your local range doesn’t have a shop. You may even practice plinking at an outdoor range with little more than designated lanes to shoot in, so staying prepared with the right supplies is essential. What else might you need? From bringing shotgun cleaner , in case of malfunctions, to remembering to bring enough ammo, here are seven items you should bring along for a day at the range.  Pistol Cleaning Kit Breakdown Tools One of the most important pieces of gear you can bring to the range is a set of breakdown tools for the type of firearm you are firing. Some guns may not require tools, while others might require proprietary tools. You never know when you will need to clear your weapon or if there is a malfunction that will require you to break down your firearm to clear it. CLP – Cleaner, Lubricant,...