Cleaning your gun? Here are some things to consider

This video explains why common household products like WD-40, transmission fluid, and brake fluid are unsuitable for firearm maintenance. It details the four key criteria for selecting a proper firearm lubricant: temperature range, gunk handling, system compatibility, and side effects. The instructor emphasizes that WD-40's residue and water-displacing properties can lead to operational issues and rust, while other alternatives have temperature or compatibility problems. Firearm-specific CLPs are recommended for their balanced properties and ease of use.

This video provides a quick, expert-level guide to cleaning a firearm immediately after a range trip. It emphasizes a simplified disassembly for striker-fired handguns and focuses on efficiently removing fouling from the barrel, slide, and frame using basic tools like brushes and cloths. The instruction concludes with proper lubrication of key components and a function check, making it ideal for beginners looking to maintain their firearms after shooting.

This guide provides a simple, three-step method for cleaning a firearm's bore, suitable for beginners. It emphasizes ensuring the firearm is unloaded before starting and using appropriate tools like brushes, patches, and cleaning solvents or CLP. The process involves running a solvent-soaked patch, then a bore brush, and finally a dry patch through the barrel, repeating as needed. Lubrication of high-friction areas is the final step.

This video discusses firearm cleaning techniques, with the speaker primarily using CLP but also Hoppe's solvent. He notes that by avoiding lead ammunition and exclusively shooting full metal jacket or solid copper rounds, he minimizes lead buildup. The focus of his cleaning is often on removing 'burn rings' from cylinder ends, especially when shooting .38s and .357s, to ensure smooth chambering of rounds.

This Ruger Tech Tip provides a detailed guide on cleaning, inspecting, and lubricating the Ruger LC Carbine in .45 Auto. It emphasizes thorough cleaning of critical components like the bolt face and extractor, proper barrel patching techniques, and strategic lubrication of moving parts without over-application. The video also highlights the importance of inspecting for wear and tear and maintaining clean magazines.

This guide covers essential AR-15 maintenance, focusing on lubrication for firearms that haven't been used recently or ever. It details how to properly apply CLP or oil to metal-on-metal parts within the upper receiver, BCG, and charging handle, while also noting the expected presence of grease on the buffer spring and buffer. The video also addresses the common discovery of cosmoline on new, off-the-shelf AR-15s and how to remove it.

This safety brief from The FieldCraft Survival Channel highlights the dangers of fireworks, particularly during celebrations. It emphasizes maintaining safe distances, proper ignition techniques, and immediate evacuation in case of malfunctions. The video serves as a cautionary tale about the potential for catastrophic chain reactions with pyrotechnics, underscoring the importance of preparedness and smart decision-making in potentially hazardous situations.

This video showcases a tactical law enforcement intervention by the Georgia State Patrol in Atlanta, highlighting their decisive action amidst city crowds and traffic. The footage demonstrates a high-intensity apprehension technique used by a GSP officer to intercept a suspect. The content emphasizes situational awareness and the importance of avoiding urban congestion for safety.

This video demonstrates a critical wound packing technique for severe bleeding. An instructor from Fieldcraft Survival shows how to rapidly pack gauze into a simulated wound cavity, emphasizing the importance of direct pressure to control life-threatening hemorrhage. The training utilizes a specialized wound packing trainer with simulated arterial bleeding.

This guide details essential tactical pistol techniques, including slide-lock reloads and vehicle exit strategies, as demonstrated by Mike Glover. It emphasizes maintaining muzzle discipline, efficient magazine changes, and immediate lateral movement to evade threats. The instruction highlights the importance of using available cover and proper body mechanics for survival in dynamic situations.