New member here. Already introduced myself in the new member thread. I purchased my first handgun last week. A Ruger Mark IV 22/45 Lite. I’ve done my research, but like anything everyone has different ways, brands, and steps. Just want to get some tips and advice that’s more centralized.
I know I should clean the gun before I go to the range since companies tend to put some type of coating on it since it will be sitting at warehouses/stores etc. From what I’ve researched I will need bore brush, cleaning rod, cleaning patches, q-tips, rags, solvent, oil, and copper solvent. Brand wise I was going to go with M-Pro 7.
As far as breaking in the firearm there seems to be a ton of methods. What I read is to do 500 rounds and clean the gun after every ammo change.
My question is should I just clean the barrel or all moving parts? Any tips, opinions, and advice is welcome.
Thank you
I know I should clean the gun before I go to the range since companies tend to put some type of coating on it since it will be sitting at warehouses/stores etc. From what I’ve researched I will need bore brush, cleaning rod, cleaning patches, q-tips, rags, solvent, oil, and copper solvent. Brand wise I was going to go with M-Pro 7.
As far as breaking in the firearm there seems to be a ton of methods. What I read is to do 500 rounds and clean the gun after every ammo change.
My question is should I just clean the barrel or all moving parts? Any tips, opinions, and advice is welcome.
Thank you