How I Quickly Clean My Handguns

Clean Handgun Slip 2000

Cleaning my guns is like making my own old fashions, it's like artwork. I lay everything out and carefully measure everything and savor the moment. However, by the 2nd glass, I'm just pouring everything in the glass and by the 3rd glass, it’s just straight bourbon.

The first couple times I cleaned my guns, it was pretty fun. However, the more I shot and the more guns I bought, the more I found my self trying to clean my guns as quickly and efficiently as possible.

When I clean my guns, I’m not trying to win awards for the cleanest gun at the gun range. I clean my guns so that they run reliably and not so much that I can eat off of them. Therefore, I try not to over complicate the cleaning process.

Safety:

First I make sure there are no bullets in the gun and take any ammo or magazines and move them completely away from my work station.

When you fiddle with guns as much as I do, loading a magazine, and racking the slide is second nature and sometimes you don’t even realize that you did it.

So, just to be safe, just move the magazines and ammo away from your work area, so you don’t ever have to explain to that person you brought home from the bar why you have a bullet hole in your wall.

Disassemble The Gun:
Next, I do a basic disassembly of the gun. Every gun is different, but the components are generally the same. I take the slide off, remove the recoil spring, and then remove the barrel.

I usually clean the frame first.

Some people use a separate cleaner and a separate lube. I only use slip 2000 gun lube because it does it all and does it really well.

I put a little on all the metal to metal contact points and use a brush to loosen any dirt or carbon.

From here, I’ll use a micro fiber towel and wipe it off.

Slip2000 gun lube leaves behind a film that will act as your lubricate. However, I still add a little drop of Lube after I wipe it off just for good measure.

Next, I take the barrel and a brush and brush the feed ramp.

I’ll then take a patch with gun lube on it or micro fiber towel with gun Lube on it and wipe it down removing all the carbon build up.

From there, I take a bore brush and run it through the barrel a few times to loosen up the carbon. Then I’ll take a small patch with some gun lube on it and run it through the barrel a couple times.

I’ll then put a light coating of Lube on the outside of the barrel and wipe it down.

After I'm done cleaning the barrel I move to the slide. I’ll take a brush and try to remove any loose debris. Then I’ll take my gun lube and put a small amount on all the metal to metal contact points. Then I’ll take my micro fiber towel and rub the slide down and wipe it off.

After that I put the gun back together and I'm done.

That’s it.

Like I said, I try not to over complicate my cleaning process.

If you really wanted to, you could do a complete take down of your handgun and clean every inch of it, which isn’t a bad idea to do from time to time if you have a-lot of rounds shot through your gun, otherwise, most handguns will run reliably as long as they’re decently clean and lubed.

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[ColionNoir]

Anyone else find cleaning their guns calming and therapeutic?

[nick]

He is absolutely right, a lot of YouTube videos out there are half an hour or more making things more complicated than they need to be. Colion went straight to the point and showed us how to clean your gun in less than 4 minutes.

[gunscigarsandfreedom]

Anyone else find cleaning their guns calming and therapeutic?

[mikeymerrett]

Colion you’re the man, keep up the fight for the 2nd

[TEXASGIANT]

While modern materials are forgiving of neglect, my good ARMY training tells me I can't go to bed without all my gear being recovered. Pour yourself a glass of brown water, turn up the lights and get busy! I try and think of it as cuddling after sex. You get intimately familiar, make sure everyone is happy and nothing got broken. Great end to a great day!

[TetrisFrakLt]

This is the exact type of information that a beginner needs and what I wish I had 20 years ago. Thank you!

[lmnop]

If you own a stainless revolver you will clean it until it shines.

[markanderson]

There's a reason you're the number 1 pro 2A personality on YT... it's your pragmatic and forward thinking approach to every aspect of this hobby. Thank You.

[iamcondescending]

I usually spray some solvent down the barrel then clean everything else, then by the time I get to the barrel it takes two passes to get the carbon and copper out.

[mrshifter]

I over clean, I like cleaning them and I'm of time to shoot, plenty of time to I is good

[TheSlickmelon]

Spot on. I used to be fussy about cleaning, but now I pretty much focus on keeping the machine reliable.

[rohlfing]

Don't disagree with Colion's advice, but just keep in mind that each gun model has its own personality, and some ammo varieties generate more fouling than others. One gun might be flawless through 2000 rounds while another can't make it to 500 without some glitches coming into play.

[mr.wiggles]

I've found myself cleaning my guns when I'm bored or just want to relax a little. It eats up plenty of time and I thoroughly enjoy trying to get every bit of grime off.

[CoD_Majstk]

0:33 this is a great example why I follow Colion, he doesn't skip the important details. I have the same habit. Great content man!

[chrisberry]

It’s so nice to know that other people clean just like I do.

[EdwnSayz]

Incredible how easy it is to distinguish those who've operated tools and equipment with their hands for years, as opposed to those who do not do so regularly. I can only use my experience of the simplicity in handling and maintaining any firearm as "second nature" whatever that excuse means.

[enricopaolocoronado]

I don't even own a gun but there's something satisfying about cleaning a gun.

[johnsmith-spyl]

Good, quick, to the point. Thanks Colion.

[gunjack]

Colion....You are so right about removing magazines and ammunition. It’s second nature to rack the slide and pull the trigger! Thanks for the video!

[robertmitchell]

Been having uscca for 3 years and very satisfied with it I like the way you clean your gun thank you