Best recommended gun cleaning kit???
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Old_Me
Emissary
no..just piece meal the so called kit..
buy like maybe a tool tote bag, with LOTS of pockets......
like maybe this
then go to places like walmart and gun stores, or online at like MidwayUSA, or amazon, to buy what you need...
you are going to need to replace items anyway when you run out, so a kit in of itself is a waste of money
the bag is lifetime
buy like maybe a tool tote bag, with LOTS of pockets......
like maybe this
then go to places like walmart and gun stores, or online at like MidwayUSA, or amazon, to buy what you need...
you are going to need to replace items anyway when you run out, so a kit in of itself is a waste of money
the bag is lifetime
Anchorite
Master Class
This.
Every firearm has its own particular characteristics such that I don’t think there is any, “one size fits all” solution.
I use a bore snake for my shotguns and my AR.
Coated rod for my rifles. Jags, no brushes.
Plastic (I think it’s from Glock) cleaning rod for my pistols, and copper brushes. Cloth patches.
Revolvers are a whole ‘nother level of detail.
Next up, what’s your favorite gun lubricant!
I got a pile of lubricants and cleaners on the back wall of my garage work bench.
I have a tackle box full of brushes, patches, punches, Allen and hex keys.
Baggies full of screws.
I have organizers full of springs, parts, etc., to the point I label each bin to keep it straight.
Point being, old_me nailed it, that’s a great tote type to hold it all, but you’ll just keep building onto it.
I recommend a bore snake for any caliber needed, pistol, rifle, or shotgun.
Some people clean after every trip, some never.. and some, in between.
Bore snake is good for a few pulls through the barrel after a good range trip.
A nice bronze pushrod and handle kit that allows screw on lengths of rod, depending on the firearm, is a good idea.
My advice, get quality here. You can get Amazon Cheapo…but the fittings wear, get loose, etc.
Out of all the cleaning supplies and tools I have, quality bronze fitting and rods are where I went cheap twice…but not the 3rd time.
I have a tackle box full of brushes, patches, punches, Allen and hex keys.
Baggies full of screws.
I have organizers full of springs, parts, etc., to the point I label each bin to keep it straight.
Point being, old_me nailed it, that’s a great tote type to hold it all, but you’ll just keep building onto it.
I recommend a bore snake for any caliber needed, pistol, rifle, or shotgun.
Some people clean after every trip, some never.. and some, in between.
Bore snake is good for a few pulls through the barrel after a good range trip.
A nice bronze pushrod and handle kit that allows screw on lengths of rod, depending on the firearm, is a good idea.
My advice, get quality here. You can get Amazon Cheapo…but the fittings wear, get loose, etc.
Out of all the cleaning supplies and tools I have, quality bronze fitting and rods are where I went cheap twice…but not the 3rd time.
It doesn't matter what kit you buy. you'll always be adding "this and that" to it. If you start with a basic kit from Hoppe's or Birchwood Casey that contains a rod, jags/brushes for the calibers you shoot that will be fine. Then you'll start adding to it... endlessly adding to it. 
Also, i like boresnakes for quick cleaning jobs. get one for each caliber you shoot. they are nice to have.
Also, i like boresnakes for quick cleaning jobs. get one for each caliber you shoot. they are nice to have.
