Shop cleaning gear by type
- Pistol Cleaning Kits
- Rifle Cleaning Kits
- Shotgun Cleaning Kits
- Universal Gun Cleaning Kits
- Suppressor Cleaning
- Bore Snakes & Pull-Throughs
- Cleaning Rods, Brushes & Jags
- Cleaning Patches
- Gun Oil, CLP & Solvents
- Gun Cleaning Mats
Where to start
| You need to clean | Start here | Why |
|---|---|---|
| One handgun | Pistol Cleaning Kits | Brushes and jags sized to one caliber, in one case. |
| An AR-15 or hunting rifle | Rifle Cleaning Kits | A rod or cable long enough for a rifle barrel. |
| A shotgun | Shotgun Cleaning Kits | Gauge-sized brushes and mops. |
| Several guns in different calibers | Universal Gun Cleaning Kits | One case that covers a spread of bores. |
| A barrel at the range, fast | Bore Snakes & Pull-Throughs | One pass, no rod, fits in a pocket. |
| A take-apart suppressor | Suppressor Cleaning | Soaks and carbon removers made for baffles. |
Brands like Otis, Hoppe's, Real Avid, Breakthrough Clean, Pro-Shot, KleenBore and Tipton, with more added as stock comes in.
Gun Cleaning FAQ
What comes in a gun cleaning kit?
Usually a rod or pull-through, bore brushes, jags or slotted tips, patches and sometimes a small bottle of solvent or CLP. A caliber-specific kit sizes every piece to one bore. A universal kit trades that exact fit for coverage across several guns.
How often should I clean my gun?
Most shooters clean after a range trip and before a gun goes into storage. A carry gun also deserves a regular wipe-down and fresh lube, since lint and sweat get in even when it is not fired.
Do I need solvent, oil and CLP?
CLP handles routine cleaning on its own. Heavy copper or carbon fouling calls for a dedicated solvent. The Gun Oil, CLP & Solvents page breaks down which does what.