Never had a new one out of the box. Do I clean it first?
2007-08-17 15:17:17 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Hunting
put a lock on it, and get your girlfriend over shoot couple rounds and have intercourse with her next to the shootgun
2007-08-17 15:24:52 · answer #1 · answered by shammas21 3 · 4⤊ 7⤋
Always clean your new gun or used gun when you first bring it home. Take your time and read the literature that came with it and get to know the parts that come with it. It's a good form of introduction to the weapon.
Anyone who tells you to shoot it first is really doing you a disservice. The reason why is simple familiarity with the gun, not to mention the fact that styrofoam particles or cardboard particles along with a bunch of other things could be down the barrel.
The safest gun is a clean gun,so is the most accurate. So wipe it down run a rod through the barrel and oil it. Get to know how it goes together.
2007-08-17 15:38:40 · answer #2 · answered by knight_in_burntarmor 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
OK Seriously.There is no need to "clean" it per sae now, since it is new, but it wouldn't hurt to wipe it down with a soft cotton cloth with a few drops of light weight gun oil on the cloth (Old cotton terry towels work great for this) AS you put it together. Of course you can look down the barrel before assembly and see that there are no obstructions. Wiping it down will neutralize any oils and fingerprints from people that may have handled it before you bought it. Store it in a decent quality gun case, preferably lined. Get in the habit now of wiping it down each and every time you handle it. This will prevent any rust or corrosion from forming. Hint: Take the rag/cloth with oil, that you wipe it down with and store it in a zip-lok freezer bag to keep it clean between uses. ... Congratulations on your new gun! Happy and Safe Shooting!
2007-08-17 16:10:16 · answer #3 · answered by JD 7 · 5⤊ 2⤋
On any new weapon I clean the barrel, just to make sure there is nothing in there abrasive that can damage it.
ALL weapons.
D58
Hunting with Rifle, Pistol, Muzzle loader and Bow for over 3 decades.
Reloading Rifle, Pistol and shotgun for over 3 decades.
2007-08-17 15:24:05 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
Check it out and clean it if there is preservative grease or cosmoline (rare on commercial guns). If it is only gun oil, shoot it, enjoy it and clean it when you return.
One reason to check it out is to make sure there is no packing material in the action.
2007-08-17 15:29:17 · answer #5 · answered by Gray Wanderer 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
clean it good. make sure you lube everything then work in the oil because you dont know if it was already done or not comming from the factory. make sure you clean the barrel after every use and to oil it.
2007-08-17 15:31:06 · answer #6 · answered by bighunter315 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
yes give it a through cleaning to make sure all packing grease is cleaned off. and check chamber to make sure it has been machined smooth. not only does this eliminate problems right off the bat, it gets you used to your new gun.
2007-08-18 03:22:28 · answer #7 · answered by bghoundawg 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would check if there are and machining bits stuck in it. Read the supplyed literature. Cycle test ammo (not live) through it make sure it's working properly and nothing is loose, missing or seems funny.
2007-08-17 15:51:26 · answer #8 · answered by Garfield 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
RTFM
Read the Friendly Manual.
You may substitute any other F word for 'friendly' if you like, that's what I do.
RTFM, then RTFM again until you know it by heart.
2007-08-18 06:12:51 · answer #9 · answered by DJ 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
You shouldn't have to clean it first because every gun I have ever bought was cleaned by the gun shop before they gave it to me. Then go shoot some stuff! But most of all be careful. PS) Don't go hunting with Dick Cheney
2007-08-17 15:25:23 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 5⤋
cleaning probably not needed but it can't hurt.then go get some range time.
2007-08-17 20:52:06 · answer #11 · answered by sgtirish 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋