Cleaning Videos

CARE AND CLEANING

After each shooting session, at regular intervals, or whenever your firearm has been exposed to sand, dust, extreme humidity, condensation, immersion in water, or other adverse conditions; disassemble, clean, and lubricate it using the techniques shown in the videos below.

• Use only cleaning and lubrication products specifically designed for use on firearms.
• Do not use wire brushes on aluminum surfaces such as the upper/lower receivers, because this can scratch the finish.
• Follow all manufactures instructions and cautions when using cleaning and lubrication products.
• Wherever the term CLP (Cleaner-Lubricant-Protectant), or the words lube or lubrication are used in the owner's manual, it is interpreted to mean that you can use any lubricant designed for use on firearms.
• Wherever propellant gases directly contact operating system parts, carbon will build up. Carbon cannot be removed with a brush and must be scrapped.

Basic Procedures:

1. Disassemble the firearm as described in your Firearms Owner’s Manual.
2. Clean the barrel bore with a bore brush, patches, and solvent using a cleaning rod.
3. Remove powder residue from all components and wipe them clean with a clean cloth.
4. Only use a light application of oil on the riding surfaces of the Bolt Carrier Group (BCG).

NOTE: Excessive lubricant will attract dust and debris. Excessive lubricant may congeal in cold weather and can interfere with the safe operation and reliable function of the firearm.

CLEANING FIREARMS, OR HANDLING AMMUNITION MAY RESULT IN EXPOSURE TO LEAD AND OTHER SUBSTANCES KNOWN TO CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS, REPRODUCTIVE HARM, AND OTHER SERIOUS PHYSICAL INJURY. MAINTAIN ADEQUATE VENTILATION AT ALL TIMES. WASH HANDS THOROUGHLY AFTER EXPOSURE. SHOOTING OR CLEANING FIREARMS MAY EXPOSE YOU TO LEAD