Improper gun cleaning and poor maintenance can compromise gun performance and safety. The Pelican blog will teach you how to properly clean your gun.
Mechanical devices demand regular and proper maintenance. This certainly includes all firearms which do require a good cleaning and lubrication after use to keep their operational performance at a peak for a survival scenario. Generally, though, regular maintenance does not imply that a firearm needs...
Step 8: Cleaning the Gas Chamber As a rule, I always start with the gas chamber because during the cleaning process some of the dirt will leak into the barrel so it only makes sense to start there so I don't have to repeat any steps. The gas chamber is arguably the most important ...
After years of wear and tear, cleaning up the blade will mean more than just a re-handle and a polish. Things like dents, dings, and flattened marks from impacts can all affect the performance of the tool, and need to be fixed. Before any of that takes place, you'll need to remove...
Note: For deeper cleanings, you may want to disassemble the gun further or have a professional do so in order to address the complex pieces and parts within the firearm. Consider doing this once a year for the guns you use often. Step 2: Clean the Barrel Arguably, the barrel is the ...
Nitrile gloves (cleaning, pharmacy, or DIY) Note: If you plan on electroplating very large things, you will need to buy a lot of vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, copper, and larger containers. Conversely, you can cover a copper electrode in cotton batting, dip it in the electrolyte solution, an...