Collection: Maintenance Items
Firearm maintenance items are what keep your gun running the way it should. A clean, properly maintained firearm is more reliable, safer to use, and lasts longer.
This category includes tools and supplies to clean the bore, inspect wear, and remove carbon, copper, lead, and plastic fouling that builds up over time. Skipping this step is how small issues turn into bigger problems.
We carry firearm maintenance products that help you clean thoroughly, maintain proper function, and keep your setup running consistently. Once everything is clean and properly lubed, it is always a good idea to check function with dummy rounds to make sure the action cycles the way it should.
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Outers Barrel Badger - 7.62/30/308
Regular price $9.00 USDRegular price$14.00 USDSale price $9.00 USDSale -
Outers Barrel Badger - 9mm/357/38
Regular price $9.00 USDRegular price$14.00 USDSale price $9.00 USDSale -
Outers Barrel Badger - 20 Gauge
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Outers Barrel Badger - 12 Gauge
Regular price $9.00 USDRegular price$14.00 USDSale price $9.00 USDSale
Regular maintenance is what separates a reliable firearm from one that fails when you need it. Carbon builds up in the action and gas system with every round fired. Copper deposits in the bore affect accuracy over time. Plastic wad fouling in shotgun barrels compounds quickly if left uncleaned. The right maintenance routine — bore cleaning, action cleaning, and lubrication — takes less time than diagnosing and fixing a malfunction caused by neglect. We carry maintenance supplies that cover the full cleaning process: bore solvents, action cleaners, lubricants, and the tools to apply them correctly.
FAQ
How often should I clean my firearm?
After every range session is the standard for any firearm used regularly. For a defensive gun that is rarely fired, a full cleaning every few months and a function check with dummy rounds is a good baseline. Gas-operated semi-automatics need more frequent cleaning than pump-actions because fouling builds up in the gas system. Neglecting the gas system is the most common cause of semi-auto cycling failures.
What is the difference between a solvent and a lubricant?
Solvents break down and dissolve fouling — carbon, copper, and lead deposits. They are used during cleaning and should be fully removed before lubricating. Lubricants reduce friction between moving parts and help protect against corrosion. Using a solvent as a lubricant, or skipping the lube after cleaning, leaves the action running dry and accelerates wear.
Do I need different products for bore cleaning and action cleaning?
Not always, but often. Bore cleaners are formulated to attack copper and lead fouling in the rifling or bore. Action cleaners are typically degreasers designed to flush carbon out of tight spaces without leaving a residue. A dedicated bore solvent and a good action degreaser are a more complete setup than trying to do both jobs with one product.
How do I clean plastic wad fouling from a shotgun barrel?
Plastic wad fouling builds up as a film in the bore, particularly near the chamber. It does not respond to standard bore solvents the way copper or lead does. Use a solvent specifically listed for plastic fouling removal. A brass bore brush and the correct solvent will remove it — a patch alone usually will not.