Firearm Maintenance: Ruger 10/22 Cleaning — Part 2/4

Published on May 31, 2013
Duration: 2:36

This guide details the cleaning process for a Ruger 10/22, as demonstrated by an expert from Brownells. It covers barrel cleaning from the muzzle or breach-to-muzzle using specialized jigs, receiver and bolt cleaning, and trigger assembly cleaning with aerosol solvents. The video emphasizes using appropriate tools and techniques for effective firearm maintenance.

Quick Summary

Learn expert techniques for cleaning your Ruger 10/22. This guide covers barrel cleaning from the muzzle or breach-to-muzzle using specialized jigs, along with cleaning the receiver, bolt, and trigger assembly with appropriate solvents and tools for optimal firearm maintenance.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Ruger 10/22 Maintenance
  2. 00:07Barrel Cleaning Methods
  3. 00:38Bore Cleaning Procedure
  4. 01:27Receiver and Bolt Cleaning
  5. 01:50Trigger Assembly Cleaning
  6. 02:03Next Steps: Lubrication

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you clean the barrel of a Ruger 10/22?

The Ruger 10/22 barrel can be cleaned from the muzzle using a .22 caliber rod, brush, solvent, and patches. Alternatively, a Brownells 10/22 receiver drilling jig allows for breach-to-muzzle cleaning, or a muzzle guard can protect the barrel crown during muzzle cleaning.

What tools are needed to clean a Ruger 10/22?

Essential tools include a .22 caliber cleaning rod, jag/loop, bore brush, patches, solvent, and a nylon brush for the breach. Specialized tools like the Brownells 10/22 receiver drilling jig or a muzzle guard are also recommended for specific cleaning methods.

How should the receiver and bolt of a Ruger 10/22 be cleaned?

The inside of the Ruger 10/22 receiver can be cleaned by wiping it with a solvent-soaked patch. The bolt can be cleaned using the same process, along with scrubbing the barrel breach with a nylon brush and solvent.

What is the best way to clean the trigger assembly on a Ruger 10/22?

For the trigger assembly, spray it with an aerosol cleaner such as Gun Scrubber or Shooter's Choice Quick Scrub. Continue spraying until all fouling is effectively removed from the components.

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