Videos tagged with Barrel Cleaning

This instructional video from Thompson/Center Arms emphasizes the critical importance of regular rifle barrel cleaning for maintaining accuracy and firearm quality. The instructor, demonstrating an experienced authority level, advises cleaning after hunting seasons, every 200-400 rounds, or when accuracy degrades. The ultimate goal is to clean down to bare steel for a fresh start.

This guide details a methodical approach to troubleshooting a precision rifle that has lost accuracy. It emphasizes starting with a thorough cleaning, followed by mechanical checks and refouling. Testing with match ammunition at increasing distances, coupled with chronograph data for ballistic solver adjustments, is key to restoring and verifying accuracy. The instruction comes from an expert with high authority in precision shooting.

This guide details the cleaning process for a BCM AR-15 rifle, emphasizing inspection after 10,000 rounds. It highlights that modern, high-quality firearms can maintain reliability with less frequent cleaning compared to older military standards. The video features Tim Harmsen demonstrating barrel inspection and cleaning techniques.

This guide, drawing on an authoritative instructor's expertise, details essential maintenance for firearms like the AR-15 and Glock 19. It covers cleaning for carbon/copper buildup, proper torque application for mounts, headspace checks, component lifespan (springs, barrels), magazine care, lubrication, muzzle integrity, storage, and the importance of quality ammunition. Regular inspection and round count logging are key to maintaining peak performance.

This guide details the field stripping and cleaning process for the Bul Armory TAC Pro pistol, a 1911-style firearm. It emphasizes safety checks, proper disassembly techniques to avoid common pitfalls like the 'idiot scratch', and thorough cleaning of all components, including the ported barrel. The instruction comes from Clint Morgan, a former U.S. Marine, highlighting practical maintenance for firearm reliability.

This video provides a detailed, ASMR-style guide to cleaning an over-under 12-gauge shotgun, demonstrating a methodical approach to maintenance. The process includes disassembly, thorough cleaning of barrels and action using specialized tools like copper bore brushes, application of protective finishes, and a crucial function check with snap caps. The instruction highlights professional-grade techniques for preserving the firearm's condition and ensuring reliable operation.

This comprehensive video from Brownells features Caleb providing a step-by-step guide to fully cleaning and servicing the Springfield Prodigy 2011 pistol after heavy use. The tutorial covers field stripping, deep cleaning of the slide, frame, barrel, firing pin, extractor, and magazine. This detailed maintenance process is applicable to numerous other 2011-style handguns, making it a valuable resource for owners looking to maintain their firearms for optimal reliability, whether for competition or general use.

This Brownells maintenance guide provides a comprehensive cleaning and lubrication tutorial for AK-pattern rifles, using a Zastava M70 as the example. Host Caleb details field stripping, safe cleaning of the barrel, bolt, gas system, and receiver. The video covers essential cleaning supplies like CLP, steel wool, and bronze brushes, along with specialized lubricants for AK heat resistance. It also addresses common issues such as stuck firing pins and carbon buildup, offering practical tips for maintaining AK reliability and longevity without overcomplication.

This YouTube video from Brownells provides a quick and effective routine for cleaning a handgun after a range session. Focusing on a post-range wipe-down and lubrication rather than a deep clean, the video demonstrates how to clean the barrel, slide, and frame, and then reassemble and function check the firearm. It's presented as an ideal solution for maintaining firearm reliability when time is limited and is particularly relevant for striker-fired pistols like the SIG. The guide covers essential steps for keeping a handgun in good condition between outings.

This video from SHOT Show 2025 features a discussion with Teslong about their folding borescope, with a specific mention of its use for barrel cleaning. The presenter also details testing conducted at Microtech Knives. Discount codes and links to purchase products from both brands are provided, along with a promotion for XP Long Range Classes.

This video from Bolt Action Reloading highlights the significant benefits of using a borescope for firearm barrel cleaning. The demonstration shows how a borescope, combined with recommended cleaning products like ThorroFlush, can effectively reveal and address issues such as copper fouling and carbon rings within the barrel. The content emphasizes how this tool and process lead to a cleaner, better-performing firearm, offering practical advice for gun owners.

This video demonstrates a fast and effective method for cleaning a heavily fouled 12 gauge shotgun barrel using Chistos gun oil and a Real Avid Bore Boss pull-through cleaner. The process involves applying oil to loosen residue, followed by a single pass with the bore snake to scrub and wipe the barrel clean, resulting in a mirror-like finish.