4 Answers to Common Gun-Cleaning Questions
No matter if you are new to firearms or have been hunting for years, you might have gun-cleaning questions. Do you need to clean your gun after every range trip, even if you barely shot any 5.56 ammo ? What items do you need to clean your gun properly? Knowing the answers can help you keep your firearms in their best shape. Should I Clean My Gun After Every Range Day? What happens when you come back from a range day and only put a few rounds through your 30-30 Winchester ? While there’s no harm in keeping your gun pristine, you probably don’t need to clean your gun after just a few rounds. There may be minimal fouling, but it should be fine unless you intend to put the gun away for an extended period. Even doing a couple of drills with your rifle doesn’t mean it needs immediate cleaning. However, those “few rounds” can add up, so if you’ve put a few rounds through your gun for months’ worth of range days, it’s definitely time for a cleaning. How Often Should I Clean My Gun? Okay, s...