Beginner Basics #1 How to Clean Your Rifle

In this basic video I show you my time tested cleaning method and products that I have used for years to take care of my firearms.
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[@bestestusername]

Great vidio and no rattling on about rubbish thanks. I can also recomend a towel under the barrel and gun if you do this inside so the good lady wife does not crack it 👍

[@tropicalfish666]

Thanks for another great video! Your beginner series has helped me a lot. I knew nothing about guns 6 months ago and last week I finally got my first 22lr rifle. Cheers mate!

[@elliottg4984]

If any shooters out there are having odd results after doing a thorough clean, try just taking the carbon out with patches - don't scrub too hard & leave a bit of copper in. My 308 used to take about 10 shots to settle down, now it's down to 1. I take the copper out when accuracy starts to drop off and I couldn't be happier. Some girls like it a little dirty, so don't be afraid to experiment. (But take precautions against rust)

[@kumbackquatsta]

i enjoyed this. more beginner basics. this is a good series

[@ozziereviews]

Yeah have more planned...

[@theodorecorbin1131]

I guess Im pretty off topic but do anybody know of a good site to stream newly released series online?

[@eddiejairo1459]

@Theodore Corbin Try FlixZone. You can find it by googling :)

[@MRrandory]

I love G96 use it all the time ! Sometimes on my guns too!!

[@ozziereviews]

LOL :)

[@jordansantich6012]

Thanks a lot for the valuable info great reveiw been using the tetra cleaning kits for the past 5years will be ordering these products to use from now on

[@slasher7176]

Been shooting for a couple of years now and thanks to you since I started and watched this review ive used foam bore cleaner and G96 thanks for the reviews

[@LC-im3ps]

Great series. Love to see some more of them!

[@joshnolte]

good video bro, for people who don't know it is very informative. I clean with bore cleaner on a brush, then patch that and finally moving on to g96 with a patch until I use it next time and patch it with a clean one as we all know, oil in a barrel causes excess pressure. note that the first 2-3 shots will shoot high after cleaning because copper equilibrium hasn't built up.

[@informedcarpet]

Great stuff! Thanks.

[@slasher7176]

Great video love your chanel since I got into guns I 1st watched this video I put it on for another look yesterday while cleaning my guns I use the foam bore cleaner and G96 my hands still smell like G96 love it love your videos straight forward no nonsense knowledge thanks love your channel

[@mattmulartschuk]

Thankyou for this. As a noobie to the firearm scene I appreciate the hell out of videos like these.

[@ozziereviews]

Sure Matt, keep an eye out as I will be doing a lot more of them...

[@josephharrison3639]

Thanks Ozzie this review it's just what I needed. Back to necessary cleaning with some new cleaning products. I’am maybe old fashioned have never used G96 lube spray. Thank’s I’ll give both cleaners a try.

[@ncgrof]

Thanks mate, really helpful!

[@nicholascohen852]

Great video. Thanks!

[@suntzuwarsword1964]

Beginner basics..love it..

[@kawashimaarisaka2682]

Really great and helpful videos, best gun channel in Australia ！

[@safakaswedishairgunforum-n1490]

Brilliant Mate, thank You 😎

[@tdotson66]

Outstanding video....Thanks for posting.

[@ozziereviews]

You're welcome

[@buckshotaaa]

I like your presentation mate, very informative. I haven't seen any G96 over here in England but i use Browning Legia spray instead. It's ok to wipe over the firearm including the woodwork. Finally, i store all my guns in those impregnated gun socks before putting them in the cabinet, protects from knocks too. Keep them vids coming. All the best from the UK.

[@trooperburger123]

Awesome video, i usually use Tetra Gun Solvent in my Izzy M44 and No.4 Savage. I think the thick coating really loosens up the crud.

[@Senninha1960]

First thing guys, seal the doors and windows with plastic, now fill the room with G96! Love it.

[@humzadlion]

Real good info nice and simple thanks

[@ozziereviews]

That's how I believe shooting is and should be "nice and simple". Thanks for watching :)

[@MuamerDapoPadisah]

great job bud and thanx ;) greetings from Canada

[@ozziereviews]

Thanks mate

[@mikedee6173]

Excellent video!

[@ozziereviews]

Cheers Mike

[@NorthTexasTornados]

Great video, Ozzie. I personally like to use Boretech Eliminator and a simple gun oil, as well as Sweets 7.62 (to remove heavy copper buildup).

[@ozziereviews]

I find the sweets a bit harsh but like I said in the intro, everyone will have their way of doing it :)

[@mcg8309]

Great video Ozzie, I'm (semi) new to shooting, thanks for posting

[@johnmettam1573]

Great info

[@ShoulderRollJason]

My dads been shooting for 50 years and like you he swears by G96 i use it on all my Anschutz rifles good stuff.

[@ozziereviews]

Yep, my Dad introduced me to it too

[@sturmtiger7122]

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[@sigsauer_firearms]

I introduced my dad and introduced myself.

[@Swagnit]

Nice work mate, could you do a couple vids like this with regards to lever action also or even just mention the different way to do it?

[@Claire-xk5bb]

i use ballistol, for my lubricant its credited by a few older shooters to keep a film on a rifle for at least 30 years. old anecdotes about granddads mauser 98 still not rusty after 45 years in a damp dark shed left and forgotten then pulled out and shot after removing dust. i know its probably bullshit but ive not had problems and it keeps my thoughts about rust at bay

[@bradsimpson4511]

love these type of reviews as well Ozzie as they help a Newbie like my self

[@ozziereviews]

There will be more mate, as I'm getting sick of re-typing it all out when I get the same questions on Facebook and here, so now I can refer them to a video in the series LOL :)

[@justincredible1473]

Love this series. What type of cleaning rod do u recommend? Carbon, steel type etc

[@christopherkirk5198]

hay ozzie thanks for all your hard work. i would like to ask what you think of the redfield scope mounted to the rifle in this video. the reason I ask is that im looking to bye one for a tikka superlight in 243 for hunting use and was hoping for some first hand information about the scopes and the accurange reticle. thanks again

[@gmac4504]

Hi Ozzie, great video - I'm told the Gunslick Foaming Bore Cleaner has been discontinued/banned (due to the chemicals it uses), and Gunsmither Tools don't seem to ship to Australia any more. Wondering if you have any new recommendations in place of these? Cheers

[@michaelsheahan230]

Hi Ozzie, this is great info! Would it be a good idea to patch out the barrel before using to clean out the G96? I would fear of hydraulic activity in the barrel.....

[@waynejohn2567]

Cheers mate

[@mcmxcau]

Thank you for your time! will hope my local has g96 as it cant be posted....

[@manrajs100]

perfect

[@NAStheNomad]

Thank you, a very informative video. Should we do this before first using a new firearm too?

[@kawarthaohio5507]

A couple of things to add - always use a bore guide, preferably one with an o-ring seal in the chamber. This ensures a smooth entry of the cleaning brush/jag into the throat and also will prevent any solvent or lubricant from running back down the barrel into the chamber and action; oil or solvents can also soften a wood stock or mar the finish. It's also vitally important to not to use much oil, if any, on the bolt as transferring oil to the cartridge as you load is a bad idea. The expansion of the brass and friction between brass and chamber are critical in containing the high pressure gasses and not putting excessive pressure on the bolt. It's generally recommended to just grease the contact points on the bolt. Additionally, over-zealous cleaning can damage barrels, and I would argue that brass brushes are seldom, if ever, needed. The stiff nylon brushes are perfectly fine. And NEVER put abrasives down the barrel; it's just not necessary and will, over time, damage the lands.

[@JB-sm2ie]

When I was cleaning my rifle the other day I pushed my cleaning rod all the way through the bore instead of unscrewing the jag and pulling it back down the breech end. How bad is this?

[@medic9544]

Cheers bloke

[@MIM94]

Haha good stuff mate. The safety glasses made me laugh but should use them more often.

[@ozziereviews]

You won't be laughing if you cop solvent in your eye, it stings like hell !

[@killya11]

Lol i used to be the same until solvent squirted back from the chamber into my eye now I'm very careful :D

[@redtobertshateshandles]

I wear sunnies when mowing and a stick flew up and jabbed me in the cheek. Always think about your eyes.

[@scottp4063]

After your done and it's going to be stored for a while do you recommend leaving the G96 in the barrel when stored and then wipe it out after and or before you shoot it ? Great video.

[@tawharu]

Hi thanks for the awesome cleaning tips. But I can’t seem to find any gunslick foaming bore cleaner in stock anywhere can you recommend and alternative

[@shauno7582]

Hey mate. How often should I clean my .22wmr? After certain amount of rounds down range or every time after a shot?

[@markfermor1501]

Hey Ozzie. I think G96 is your Windex. Love it, thanks for the video! 😄 If you don't know what I mean you have to watch My Big Fat Greek Wedding..

[@jamesgallagher3052]

We love your videos. I know this is an old one but is this how to clean a .22lr? And also how often would you clean a .22lr? Some say never others say every 500 rounds or so

[@acl7295]

Really like you video, do I apply the same process for lever action rifle?

[@Drizabone69]

Hello Ozzie Is this Gunslick foam cleaner now the Hoppes No9 foam cleaner ???

[@54footscray]

Ozzie 'G96' Reviews

[@Hassan-lt1ve]

After all this and your ready to go shooting do you run a couple of dry patches to make sure the g96 is out I was told to keep the barrel dry?

[@gavinr153]

Could you please let me know where you got the tools from , really enjoy the series .

[@craigkaschan4822]

Gday Ozzie A few blokes at my range recommended never use any brush to clean my 22 barrel

[@ozziereviews]

As I said you'll get several versions of how to clean, what to do, what not to do etc. For me this way works and has for years now since I was a kid...

[@petemac4428]

love that G96, its been my go to cleaner for 2 years now. . its probably over kill, but i still use a lube after the g96 though (i'm paranoid about rust). also now tending to take the stock off for major cleans (maybe once every six months or so). will have to give that foam stuff a try i think

[@ozziereviews]

I only use the G96 as the lube and protectant, it just works and has done for years :)

[@petemac4428]

+ozziereviews ok . ive been using it to clean primarily. sounds like that foam stuff cleans better for you then?

[@ozziereviews]

I just find it gets into the really stubborn carbon better and without eating into the barrel like some other harsh cleaners do...

[@Turkforlife123]

Can you make a video on cleaning straight pull shotguns

[@wish2fish37]

I always used a sectional aluminum rod for many years on my guns and did not know any better not to use these.Is it too late for my guns that I used it on?Guns I have are 42 yrs old to about 15 yrs old.

[@Nick-cu2uu]

Dental tools are a good alternative and they are free (if u have a nice dentist) Love the videos mate keep up the good work

[@ozziereviews]

Thanks Nick, I appreciate that

[@franks67]

Great vid, however would be good idea to use a bore guide

[@chrisa11998855]

Hey Ozzie do you use G96 inside the cartridge chamber

[@thegovernment4477]

Hey, i know this video is old but wheres the best place to buy G96 and the gunslick foaming bore cleaner in australia?

[@lukemeyers1290]

Hey ozzie, love your videos. Couple of questions, do you clean after every time you shoot? I probably sound like an idiot, but I have read elsewhere that people only clean their barrels after every 500 round or so. Also, would you worry about breaking in a 22lr barrel?

[@kekeke4467]

Some people only clean their 22lr every 500 on the basis that the wax that is present on the 22lr will coat the inside of the barrel and act as a lubricant. However it has been scientifically proven that this is an old wives tale. Therefore clean your gun after you shoot it ASAP.

[@tayyiperdogan8090]

hey Ozzie great vids mate. one question, I'm new to shooting and just got a .22 CZ 452 and was wondering when cleaning do you use a bore guide as I have read without this it screws the barrel

[@ozziereviews]

No it doesn't if you take care, but they are a good idea...

[@emmanuelebomardieri3581]

G’day mate, where did you say you got the bolt cleaning tools from. I can’t seem to find them online. Cheers buddy.

[@Flacotatin]

I just purchased my first rifle and at tines it can be information overload. I went to the range today to scope in the rifle. I was able to do it (with some assistance) in six shots. Do you recommend cleaning as it's the first time? Again I ask as I am being told many different things. Thanks

[@stevenh3341]

Do you grease your bolt lugs on a centre fire ?

[@Hellfirejuddy]

Where can I buy the foaming bore cleaner? Link? I have searched for it and looked around but I can't find it, for any price. I found a few search results that sent me to Hoppes foam bore cleaner (or something like that), they are completely different products and companies aren't they?

[@Danger3512]

Is WD-40 ok to use on rifles and shotguns?? Apparently it is fish oil base and not mineral oil !! I was always told to pull through a rifle and not push through as you can bend your rods if you use to big a patch, using the “eye piece” in the cleaning kit. I do like the jig , sa it in my cleaning kit and never knew what it was used for, now I know it as a push through not a pull through thanks for that. I was in the army and we originally used string pull through for the L1A1 SLR and the F8 Styer, notorious for breaking mid way up the barrel and I think one bloke lost an eye, when the integral plastic eyelet broke after he used to big a patch and it stuck in the chamber. Thanks for the review of the civy way to clean a barrel.

[@markjones5009]

Will this work for a blues barrel mate? Cheers

[@_dreko]

6:37 & 8:32 is that a Willie Wagtail in the background i can hear? Sounds like he's seen his reflection in a window. Edit: Thanks for the video, well explained! Gotta to buy me some G96!

[@greatdividehunting7887]

Hey Ozzie .. Watched this one a few times now .. What are your thoughts on quality made bore snakes ? Have you used them before and what do you think regarding the higher surface area cleaning argument ?

[@ozziereviews]

I use them in the field where carrying a cleaning rod is impractical, but I don't believe that they are are thorough as what a rod and brass brush are...

[@camf5440]

hey ozzie, do you patch out the g96 before you shoot? I'm pretty certain i heard you say in an old vid from a year or 2 ago you where going to review the Redfield revo scope?

[@ozziereviews]

Nope, just shoot because it's already patched out, however in the field to give it a quick clean, I squirt G96 down the bore, use a bore snake or a cleaning rod/jag to give it a quick pull through until I can get home and clean it thoroughly...

[@onurdemir1279]

Is there any sites where I can buy these products ? I’m in Melbourne au

[@jacksoncarter5796]

Do you twist the wire brush or just push it

[@kaistigerboy]

Hi mate Will you be doing a lithgow la102 review in the near future Thanks.

[@ozziereviews]

Organising it now

[@samuelglancy8006]

would this method apply to air rifles too?

[@anonymouse3471]

if you take no other advice, take THIS ADVICE. NEVER CLEAN YOUR GUN WHEN YOU ARE INTOXICATED. ALWAYS REMOVE ALL AMMO FROM YOUR MAGAZINES DURING CLEANING. this may seem excessive or superflous but it could save your life. you will naturally become distracted during the boring process of cleaning so ensure you are clear headed and have NO ammo in your mags to prevent accidental discharge

[@chrissheppard7459]

Where do you buy your gunsmither tools from

[@ROSSO3840]

Where can I buy g96 I’m from Victoria and a lot of companies want ship thanks

[@holdenman77]

Quick question mate now after you have cleaned it all out, when you go to use it next do u clean that G96 out of the barrel or do you just got shoot ?? Cheers I do it nearly the same as you though i run a few dry patches through it before it use the rifle next..... Just curious

[@ozziereviews]

No, I just use it and then in the field after a fair few rounds, I'll squirt G96 down the bore, use a bore snake or a cleaning rod/jag to give it a quick pull though until I can get home and clean it thoroughly...

[@chazzbolta9742]

Thanks for the great video, the shop i bought the g96 said I should also get a bore guide, do you think it is worth getting? Or is it not needed if I use the gunslick bore cleaner foam?

[@ozziereviews]

Bore guides are always going to minimise damage but I just take care and have no problem

[@repairfreak]

@@ozziereviews Never understood other than maybe keeping fluids and debris out of the chamber how the bore-guide will stop any rod from flexing and still possibly bumping further inwards. After all, how is a brass cleaning rod going to ever scratch a steel barrel which is much harder? If the brass rod is so bad to use without a bore guide for potential of possible scratching, why then would anyone in gods name send a brass cleaning brush through it?. Not pulling the patch back through into a clean chamber would make sense, however if chamber is cleaned last why should this even matter? Also, I find it hard to believe that any damage can happen by pulling backwards a jag or patch holder as long as you dont hook the end of rod jag or patch holder against the sensitive crown opening of barrel. Here once again, most jags or patch holders are going to be brass or plastic and therefore be much softer than the barrel end, so how could this do anything even if it snagged pulling jag or patch holder back through towards breach? I think there is a lot of nonsense out there about some of these so called cleaning rules. Is it just me, or does anything I say sound correct, or am I just stupid and not understanding something? Anyone please comment, I’m always willing to listen and learn without taking offense. Cheers and happy shooting! ✌️😎👍

[@heaththompson1942]

Hi Ozzie for some of us who live remote ie Alice Springs there is next to nothing when trying to get a hold of cleaning kits ect. Can you please let me know what stores you get all of the gear from so I can then order online. Cheers bro

[@martinbenson7652]

There must be gun shops in Darwin that will post to you. There are many alternatives for cleaning products. Try looking for "gunblue" on KZbin

[@jackbruce309]

I have on good authority that the Australian army use WD40 in place of g96.. what are your thoughts

[@JS-te4gz]

Take the jag off before pulling the rod out...safer

[@orson091]

safer for what? the rifling is a hell of alot harder than the brass jag, if it causes damage you have bigger problems.

[@skay9443]

Fantastic video as always. I was wondering if you had any recommendations for a cleaning mat in Australia? I'm mindful that a lot of the solvents, and cleaners can be a bit nasty if you're not cleaning in a man cave or the likes, and I've only got room to do mine indoors. Keep up the awesome content :)

[@dannaomif1255]

Hard to find where to get that foaming bore cleaner (west australia). Would Hoppes Bore Cleaner be similar?

[@ozziereviews]

Yes, I believe it works exactly the same. I'm waiting to get some myself to test it...

[@dannaomif1255]

@@ozziereviews awesome, definitely share your thoughts once you have tested it

[@simonboost]

yo oz whens that xt 22 vid coming mate? keen as

[@ozziereviews]

Bit of a setback there as a friend who loaned me the XT needed it back, so doubtful it will get done now...

[@JohnSmith-pj3sl]

Is that cleaner just a silicone based aerosol, would their be a cheap equivalent in a crc brand? And which would you recommend

[@ozziereviews]

I don't recommend cheaper brands at all...

[@bruce6099]

Carby cleaner sprays will remove carbon and windex with amonia will remove copper, when using the windex, do not leave it in the barrel for more than a few minutes before removing it, also use some more carby cleaner to make sure the amonia is neutralized.

[@payres48]

Hi Ozzie, I know this video is almost a couple of years old but I am wondering where you get the gunsmithing tool from?

[@ozziereviews]

www.gunsmithertools.com

[@payres48]

Cheers mate

[@jordansantich6012]

Do you recommend all 3 scrape n scrub tools from gunsmithertools. Com for rifles

[@siksicilian2825]

Newbie here, when/ how often would you recommend cleaning a rifle for good maintainance? and what would you say is the bare minimum for cleaning?

[@misterss8778]

sik Sicilian after every time you shoot. I’ve got a mate he has more firearms than days in a month and he doesn’t always use them all so he will do a 3 month lubricate just to keep them happy

[@siksicilian2825]

@@misterss8778 Ok, that makes sense, Thanks alot for that, Really appreciate it.

[@misterss8778]

sik Sicilian mate you’re welcome. What do you have? .22? .223? Just make sure you’ve got the right patches and cleaning products for your caliber rifle/s

[@siksicilian2825]

@@misterss8778 None, yet, But most likely going for a .22 in a few months. I fired a few of them, an i like the lithgow range of .22. Just moved house from the city to a regional area to build a house, so money is a little tight ATM.

[@misterss8778]

sik Sicilian .22 is a great starter rifle absolutely. Lithgow make great rifles they are Aussie made but very expensive even for a .22. Are you VIC NSW or QLD? You can pick up a great used rifle for a good price I got a Ruger American .22 with a scope for $595 I found my brother in-law a Marlin XT .22 with a great scope for $300 personally I wouldn’t go spending big on a .22 cos you’ll want to upgrade it in 6 months to a bigger caliber like .223 or .270 I’m looking around tax time for a Howa (Japanese Made) 6.5 Creedmor and scope I can get that brand new $670. Shop around see what deals you can find

[@parkerlipscomb8951]

What rifle is this?

[@greatdividehunting7887]

A local gun smith told the father in law today that he wouldn't leave G96 on a rifle after the cleaning process as it would still be cleaning/corroding steel components .. He would also not use it on wooden stocks .. I'm presuming he either A - didn't know what he was on about B - not referring to "complete gun treatment" C - trying to sell another brand of cleaner ??? What are your thoughts ?

[@ozziereviews]

Exactly, I have been using this since I was a kid basically and it is designed to do the 3-in-one, so leaving it on is what it is designed to do and that's protect the firearm... there's a big difference between me and dealers/salesmen/gunshops, and that's that I don't need to sell products to make a living, I simply show you how a product either works or doesn't work for me and G96 is a product I swear by. So I'll leave it in your hands to make up your mind on who is telling you the truth...

[@greatdividehunting7887]

+ozziereviews Thanks for the reply and pretty much what I thought .. Ive been using it since I saw your vid and it works a treat

[@nicholasteed8244]

Where can you buy G96 in Brisbane? Can't find anyone that supplies it. Overseas only?

[@ozziereviews]

Any shop in Australia can get it as it's imported by NIOA, so anywhere that sells Ruger, Anschutz etc would have an account with NIOA and would be able to buy G96

[@bennus23]

Nicholas Teed shooters delight in Underwood sell it

[@nicholasteed8244]

Thanks mate, I work close to there. Also found that they occasionally stock it at SSAA Madden

[@medic9544]

G96 has nearly doubled in price in 6 years. Madness

[@lukezoide]

what's the lubricant called?

[@worstworkshop]

Jaynoynyseeks?

[@oliash92]

hi mate will G96 be fine on a laminate stock?

[@ozziereviews]

Fine mate, I've near had a problem. If you do get some on there just give it a wipe, simple as that really...

[@oliash92]

thanks

[@byronjones2508]

how often do you clean your guns

[@simoncampbell5802]

I keeo them oiled up and seldom clean them. If accuracy or the firearms function decreases it's time for a clean. Every 100-200 rounds in a centre fire firearm and shotguns is when I get the actual solvents out. It's a subjective topic.

[@ozziereviews]

After each session (as I usually shoot 50-100 as a minimum) but if it's just a couple of shots and I'll be using the firearm the next day or so, I'll leave it til then...

[@Rumpole1000]

Ozzie, between you and me, do you REALLY wear safety glasses while cleaning your rifle at home? lol

[@ozziereviews]

Yeah I do cos I have coped spray in my eyes before and it hurts like hell...

[@607CHA]

can you do one on breaking in a barrel.

[@ozziereviews]

Yes mate, am doing it this week, will be up very soon as it's highly requested...

[@607CHA]

I got a 6.5 creedmoor you can break in for me. Lol