Videos tagged with DIY Gun Care

This guide provides a detailed, step-by-step process for cleaning a Glock 19, drawing from expert instruction. It covers essential safety protocols, efficient field stripping, thorough cleaning techniques using specialized tools like the Tactical Elites kit, proper lubrication points, and final reassembly. The video emphasizes maintaining reliability even for durable firearms like the Glock.

This video introduces a new recurring series called 'Wash-It Wednesday,' with the host implying a cleaning or maintenance theme for firearms. While the specific firearm or activity isn't detailed in the title or description, the context of 'Wash-It' strongly suggests a focus on firearm care, cleaning, and possibly modifications or upkeep. It sets the stage for a regular content segment that will likely appeal to gun owners interested in maintaining their firearms.

This guide details the factory-recommended disassembly, cleaning, and reassembly procedures for the Ruger LCP II pistol, presented by a Ruger Technical Presenter. It emphasizes crucial safety checks, proper use of cleaning supplies like M-Pro 7, and specific techniques for pin alignment during reassembly. The instruction highlights the importance of a clean workspace and avoiding over-lubrication for optimal firearm function.

This video from Gun Cranks discusses the concept of 'scars' as permanent reminders of experiences, drawing a parallel between personal injuries and wear and tear on firearms. The hosts plan to share stories of how they acquired their scars, offer advice on preventing them on both skin and guns, and discuss avoiding damage to firearms. The tone suggests a mix of personal anecdotes and practical firearm maintenance advice.

This guide details a simple and effective method for removing stubborn discoloration and stains from stainless steel firearms without damaging the finish. The process utilizes common household items: vinegar and baking soda, applied with a Q-tip. The vinegar acts to break down the stain, while the baking soda serves as a fine abrasive, gently lifting the discoloration without scratching the metal. This technique is presented as a safe alternative to harsh scrubbing pads that can mar the firearm's surface.

Dustin Winegar from Guns of the West demonstrates how to create a homemade black powder lubricant using a 50/50 mixture of lamb tallow and beeswax. The process involves melting the ingredients together, stirring for thorough distribution, and allowing the mixture to solidify. This resulting lube is described as workable yet firm enough to prevent dripping, suitable for use in cap and ball revolvers or for creating DIY felt wads.

This guide, presented by Lenny Magill, CEO of GlockStore, details the essential steps for maintaining and lubricating your Glock firearm. It covers safety procedures, proper field stripping, precise lubrication points on the slide, frame, and barrel, and reassembly. Magill emphasizes minimal lubrication for Glocks, recommending Gun Butter for its precise application, and outlines a maintenance schedule based on round count.

This video from IV8888, likely released in February 2015, focuses on "Love Your Gun" month. It showcases cleaning products, including a magnetic parts mat from USGMC and a custom Fight Soap. The video hints at further surprises and encourages viewers to follow their Facebook page for sneak peeks. Links to purchase the "His" and "Hers" cans, as well as their website and social media channels, are provided. The content emphasizes educational and documentary purposes, adhering to safety guidelines.

This video provides an expert-level guide to field stripping the Beretta 92/M9 pistol, a crucial step for effective cleaning and maintenance. The instruction, delivered by a knowledgeable source, emphasizes safety protocols and details the precise steps for disassembling the slide, recoil spring, guide rod, locking block, and barrel. It clarifies that this level of disassembly is sufficient for routine cleaning and recommends professional gunsmithing for more complex tasks.

This guide details the proper lubrication process for a 1911 pistol, emphasizing its steel-on-steel design that necessitates thorough lubrication. Key areas include the barrel, bushing, disconnector recess, slide interior, frame rails, and hammer pivot points. The video stresses avoiding oil in critical areas like the firing pin and extractor holes to prevent dirt attraction.

This guide, presented by Ed Rochnowski, an Associate at Gunwerks, details a specialized method for cleaning a rifle bolt's extractor and ejector plunger. These often-overlooked components are crucial for reliable cycling. The process involves using carburetor cleaner and a hydraulic action created by cycling the plunger to remove debris, followed by proper lubrication. This technique is also applicable to Sako-type extractors and is essential for preventing malfunctions during critical shooting scenarios.

This video demonstrates a test of a Springfield TRP 1911 pistol's reliability when operated without any lubrication. The instructor uses Gun Scrubber to completely degrease the firearm, then fires it to show that the 1911 platform can function even in a bone-dry state, challenging the common belief that constant lubrication is mandatory for its operation. The test concludes that the firearm works 'just fine' without lube.