How to Break Down a Semi-Automatic Pistol for Cleaning
One of the fundamental basics of gun ownership is learning to clean your weapon and reassemble it correctly. Not only should you clean your semi-automatic handgun frequently but you should also become familiar with the components.
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Instructions
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Check to make sure your handgun is unloaded before cleaning. After shooting a clip, don't just assume you shot the last cartridge. Remove the clip and double check the chamber carefully.
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Pick a well-ventilated spot for cleaning your semi-automatic pistol since you will be using a solvent with strong fumes. An outside table is good. Alternately, open a window if you're indoors.
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Disassemble your handgun as recommended by the manufacturer. There are numerous ways to take a pistol apart but each manufacturer has a preferred method. After disassembly, you will have 4 basic parts: the slide, the rod, the frame and the spring.
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Dip the provided swab into the solvent and rub it thoroughly around all the interior parts of the gun: the barrel, the rod and the inside of the frame. This will loosen the accumulated carbon buildup from shooting.
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Attach a rag swatch from the kit onto the rod and gently push it through the barrel, removing excess solvent. Use a new rag swatch to buff the inside of the barrel clean and dry. Repeat the procedure until the rag swatch comes out of the barrel clean.
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Wipe down the exterior parts of the handgun and apply a little oil from the kit to the moving parts. Wipe off the excess.
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Reassemble the semi-automatic and test the action a few times to check for correct alignment.
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Tips & Warnings
Clean your handgun after every shooting practice and store in a cool dry location.
Always follow proper safety procedures when handling a gun.
