Basic Revolver Cleaning

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  • @GunsOfTheWest
    @GunsOfTheWest  Місяць тому

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  • @judgetoogood1033
    @judgetoogood1033 4 місяці тому +1

    Thank you. 😊😊😊

  • @sicc7448
    @sicc7448 6 місяців тому

    I love my super Blackhawk :)

  • @johnsimms818
    @johnsimms818 5 місяців тому

    Follow this man's example and your revolver will last a lifetime. I have a colt single action Army. 22 13:09 I purchased in 1969 and it looks almost new and
    recently I purchased the python 357 ?

  • @gibby6904
    @gibby6904 4 місяці тому

    Should i remove the wooden Altamont grips vefore cleaning?

  • @RichardThomas-lu6ej
    @RichardThomas-lu6ej Місяць тому

    Great video. Thanks for sharing!

  • @SarahJennings-dx6rg
    @SarahJennings-dx6rg 28 днів тому

    This was a great video amd just what I needed to know. Thanks

  • @jean-marcboucher7878
    @jean-marcboucher7878 8 місяців тому +1

    Cool you don't have to take off the cylinder for cleaning .thanks you for information

    • @GunsOfTheWest
      @GunsOfTheWest  8 місяців тому

      Yeah, this design is very convenient. Thanks for watching!

  • @LOUISVILLECARDINALS
    @LOUISVILLECARDINALS Рік тому +1

    Just got a 340 Sc 357 thanks for the informative video sir

  • @keithsw2566
    @keithsw2566 Рік тому

    Very good video, thanks

  • @jakeb8298
    @jakeb8298 2 роки тому +1

    Where is the lubrication?

    • @GunsOfTheWest
      @GunsOfTheWest  2 роки тому

      That oil in the orange bottle.

    • @jakeb8298
      @jakeb8298 2 роки тому

      @@GunsOfTheWest that is not what i ammasking. Inam asking are there not specific points of the revolver that need to be soecifucally lubrcated unlike what youbdid which was to lubricate almost everything except the inside of the barrel?

    • @GunsOfTheWest
      @GunsOfTheWest  2 роки тому

      @@jakeb8298 The way I did it is plenty.

  • @richardboyer-n3f
    @richardboyer-n3f Рік тому +1

    No oil INSIDE the barrel or chambers ?

    • @GunsOfTheWest
      @GunsOfTheWest  Рік тому

      No, it really isn’t necessary and it can allow more lint and dust to gather inside. Also, I don’t like to have the ammunition in contact with the oil when it’s loaded in the chambers.

  • @jonnymak1079
    @jonnymak1079 8 місяців тому +1

    Awsome tatoo
    Im in Greece now...from philly

  • @brianoriorden9748
    @brianoriorden9748 Рік тому +3

    nicely done sir ...thank you

  • @NorcalGreens
    @NorcalGreens Рік тому

    I love how the toothbrush matches the hoppes 😂 great video

  • @Nickzino
    @Nickzino Рік тому +1

    You’re like the bob ross of gun cleaning lol 👍🏼

    • @GunsOfTheWest
      @GunsOfTheWest  Рік тому +1

      I get told that a lot. LOL

    • @mikewithers299
      @mikewithers299 9 місяців тому

      Just found a 686 and now the perfect cleaning video. Thank you for all the details you covered. ❤️

  • @d.a.t.7723
    @d.a.t.7723 13 днів тому

    Carburetor cleaner will work wonderfully to clean all carbon residue.

  • @bennyblanco3115
    @bennyblanco3115 3 місяці тому +1

    Nice 👍 thanks for the info

  • @stevelau5715
    @stevelau5715 8 місяців тому +1

    excellent - thorough

  • @stephenmiller5572
    @stephenmiller5572 3 місяці тому

    Similar to the revolver I’m going to buy.

  • @jonathongreyburgett2824
    @jonathongreyburgett2824 Рік тому +1

    Just bought hoppes kit, can I use it on my 1858 black powder pistol?

    • @GunsOfTheWest
      @GunsOfTheWest  Рік тому +1

      The regular Hoppe’s #9 solvent is not good for black powder guns because it won’t neutralize the fouling. I’ve seen a black powder version of it, but I’ve never tried it. Soapy water is what I use and it works very well.

    • @jonathongreyburgett2824
      @jonathongreyburgett2824 Рік тому

      @@GunsOfTheWest that with ballistol?

    • @GunsOfTheWest
      @GunsOfTheWest  Рік тому +1

      @@jonathongreyburgett2824 I use soapy water to clean and then Ballistol to oil.

    • @jonathongreyburgett2824
      @jonathongreyburgett2824 Рік тому

      @@GunsOfTheWest Thanks Dustin! It won’t hurt my gun that I’ve put a little of the bore cleaner and lube on it will it?

  • @wwvette
    @wwvette 9 місяців тому

    Ya,
    A Colt .357 Mag. PYTHON

  • @blacksmith44
    @blacksmith44 Рік тому +14

    I love a .357 Magnum revolver. And that one is absolutely beautiful!

  • @DavidMartinez-s1j
    @DavidMartinez-s1j 7 місяців тому +1

    New gun owner,great detailed information, thanks

  • @ATS357
    @ATS357 Рік тому +2

    If you want the front of the cylinder to look like it did when it was brand new, get the Birchwood Casey 31001 Lead Remover & Polishing Cloth. It is amazing!

  • @spacemonkey714
    @spacemonkey714 Рік тому +1

    Thank you man!

  • @albertmichall5732
    @albertmichall5732 2 роки тому

    Thank you

  • @ebhoehl363
    @ebhoehl363 11 місяців тому

    Consider using disposable gloves to protect your hands.

  • @Carricknagavna
    @Carricknagavna Рік тому +5

    GOTW, thank you. Inherited my Dad's Ruger SP101 a few years ago and this is a great tutorial on how to get it clean.

  • @RichB804
    @RichB804 3 місяці тому

    Excellent video. How often would you clean a revolver like this? How many rounds?

  • @steveandrushko75
    @steveandrushko75 Рік тому +1

    Should you also run a patch with oil on it in the cylinder chambers and the barrel bore too? I just got my first 357 magnum so this is new to me.

  • @Filthypagan357
    @Filthypagan357 Рік тому +3

    Bought a python my first revolver thank you for the info gun cleaning is very therapeutic I love it

  • @martinreiter6449
    @martinreiter6449 8 місяців тому

    Thank you for explaining! One question, you don't leave an oil film inside the bore and chambers when storing the firearm?

    • @GunsOfTheWest
      @GunsOfTheWest  8 місяців тому +1

      It doesn’t really need any in there and I don’t ammunition to sit in oil if the gun is loaded for a while, so I just leave them dry. Thanks for watching!

  • @wcs39204
    @wcs39204 Рік тому +1

    I know this video is super old. I just inherited a couple revolvers, could you tell me which kit you're using here? I'm sick of looking for kits with actual brass Jags. Everything I see is plastic, and I know those are gonna break, so I'm not even wasting my time on them.

    • @GunsOfTheWest
      @GunsOfTheWest  Рік тому

      I now use this one and it works great!
      amzn.to/3CwYoXf

  • @TommyJones49
    @TommyJones49 Місяць тому

    No muzzle guard?

  • @kevintran1046
    @kevintran1046 2 роки тому +5

    Got my first gun and revolver and 5 years later you’re helping out a newbie. Thank you very much sir

    • @GoldAndSilver988
      @GoldAndSilver988 2 роки тому

      I just bought my first revolver about a month ago; a S&W 686 Plus, 7-round, 5-inch barrel. I'm wondering if all the supplies he used can be bought as a kit or if each item has to be individually purchased.

  • @rounickrounick5959
    @rounickrounick5959 Рік тому +1

    hi greek

  • @gassman55
    @gassman55 Рік тому +2

    Should you run an oil patch through the bore at the end?

    • @GunsOfTheWest
      @GunsOfTheWest  Рік тому

      On most modern guns, I don’t. It’s not usually necessary and it can cause dust and other debris to stick in there.

    • @mictaylor6637
      @mictaylor6637 Рік тому +1

      Depends. If going into extended storage, yes, oil will prevent rust. Important to dry patch the bbl to remove oil before shooting. If not going into longish term storage, then don't oil the bore.

  • @Vicjr479
    @Vicjr479 3 роки тому +1

    nice video helped alot

  • @saintwindsburg1467
    @saintwindsburg1467 2 місяці тому

    Мне только мечтать о таком.

  • @panama-canada
    @panama-canada 2 роки тому

    You really baby it!

  • @garyballard3484
    @garyballard3484 6 років тому +188

    As a new revolver owner this video was just what I needed thank you.

    • @GunsOfTheWest
      @GunsOfTheWest  6 років тому +21

      You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!

    • @dchiznit209
      @dchiznit209 3 роки тому +11

      I just shot my first revolver for the first time, definitely a big help

  • @ammooth1592
    @ammooth1592 2 роки тому +3

    Easiest, and best way I've seen to clean a revolver 💯. I will keep this video definitely, for reference 💯💯

  • @harrythompson6854
    @harrythompson6854 4 місяці тому

    You missed cleaning the back end of the ejector rod. Do this by pushing the ejector rod fully backwards to clean it. If not kept clean and easy to slide, you may have trouble ejecting empties.

  • @TommyJones49
    @TommyJones49 Місяць тому

    No oil in bore and cylinder?

  • @Nalublu
    @Nalublu 6 місяців тому +2

    Great video. I’m waiting for my first revolver and this will be my reference. Thank you!

  • @richardponce1580
    @richardponce1580 11 місяців тому +6

    Clear, concise and well produced. Thank you.

  • @moreme40
    @moreme40 2 роки тому +2

    That’s one clean Python

  • @Hollyweirdification
    @Hollyweirdification 2 місяці тому

    I have a 41 magnum from the 60's or 70's that is nickel with a real mother of pearl grip. Would you suggest using this cleaner on it?

  • @Threedog1963
    @Threedog1963 Рік тому +2

    I've had guns my whole life and never knew what the brass plug things were used for. I just ran the solvent soaked patch through without it. Thanks.

  • @lesterreed9948
    @lesterreed9948 Рік тому +12

    Thus was a very good explanation of how to clean a revolver. Thanks

  • @susiepittman601
    @susiepittman601 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you.

  • @philiplucas3294
    @philiplucas3294 Рік тому +8

    Glad you cleaned under the ejector star.Also important so it will always seat properly.Thanks.

  • @Swanky95472
    @Swanky95472 2 роки тому +2

    Just cleaned and oiled my brand new .38. Question: why are you NOT putting OIL inside the firing chambers and bore???

    • @GunsOfTheWest
      @GunsOfTheWest  2 роки тому +1

      In most modern revolvers, oil in the bore and chambers isn’t necessary and it can cause debris to collect inside. Also, if you carry the gun for protection and keep it loaded for extended periods of time, it’s best not to get the ammunition oily by having oil in the chambers.

  • @arthurcarroll1930
    @arthurcarroll1930 Рік тому +5

    I want to thank you for this video. I have owned, fired, and cleaned 357magnum 4in a revolver. A 44 magnum 8in single action revolver.. Backed then I thought I cleaned them both well. Watching your video, I was lacking in detail. I have learned that the cleaning process is more detailed.

  • @BradyBands
    @BradyBands Рік тому +1

    Dude this was the best, first time 686+ and combat 69. Needed just a basic clean lmao not a old head yet where I’m polishing these beautiful tools

  • @colewestwood2906
    @colewestwood2906 2 роки тому +4

    Maybe the best UA-cam video on general revolver cleaning. Thanks.

  • @cannibalcatgirl
    @cannibalcatgirl 7 місяців тому +1

    Thank you so much! I just got my first gun, a revolver, and want to do my best to care for it

  • @Jason-eg4hr
    @Jason-eg4hr Місяць тому

    Is running the wire brush against the grain of the barrel not an issue on revolvers? They strongly encourage going the direction of the bullet on my sticker-fire weapons.

  • @alainmorin
    @alainmorin 9 місяців тому

    Thanks for the info! Funny, for the bore and chambers, I do the opposite: brush first (much more than just 5 times in and out) and lubed pads after. I also think that a simple disassembly (i.e., removing the cylinder and its internal parts such as ejector rod) allows access to more and thus better cleaning.

  • @mitchellhughes8402
    @mitchellhughes8402 Рік тому

    Good video.. thanks

  • @jnieto237
    @jnieto237 5 років тому +1

    Fantastic video

  • @TherapeuticDriving
    @TherapeuticDriving 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for the video!

  • @jamesp739
    @jamesp739 Рік тому +4

    Good basic video, thank you! Only thing I would change is how to maintain the area under the extractor. In my experience the area under the extractor tends to collect unburned propellant, especially with shorter barreled revolvers. When this happens, it can become hard to close the cylinder, and if it does close, it becomes very hard if not impossible to pull the trigger. What happens is there are unburned propellant flakes in that area preventing the extractor from fully seating in the recess of the cylinder. Any oil in this area tends to collect and hold the flakes in place.
    The solution to minimize this from occuring is to keep the underside of the extractor and the recess it sits in clean and dry. Brush those areas to remove any fouling and wipe with a clean dry patch. Use no oil. If you feel you must oil this area, apply one drop only, work the extractor rod a few times to distribute the oil, then wipe the area with a clean dry patch to remove as much as possible.
    If this doesn't solve the problem of a hard closing cylinder or trigger pull, you probably have a mechanical issue that may require the services of a qualified gunsmith. Hope this adds to the discussion.

  • @jamessmallridge3396
    @jamessmallridge3396 3 роки тому +22

    Great video. You left out the part where you reach for a new patch and knock over a brand new bottle of Hoppe’s. True story.

    • @GunsOfTheWest
      @GunsOfTheWest  3 роки тому +6

      I may have left it out of the video... but the finish on the table has the damage to prove I’ve done it. LOL!

  • @robertrivers9081
    @robertrivers9081 3 роки тому +3

    Thanks for the video. Very detailed and explained completely.

    • @GunsOfTheWest
      @GunsOfTheWest  3 роки тому

      I’m glad it could help. Thanks for watching!

  • @Matzah1982
    @Matzah1982 2 роки тому +3

    This is very helpful. I’m used to cleaning black powder revolvers but I recently got me an Uberti 1858 Remington style new model army .44 caliber revolver and a Howell .45 colt cartridge conversion cylinder for it and 2 boxes of HSM .45 colt 200 grain cowboy loads for it and I’ve never redded up smokeless powder residue before so this video really helps me. I wiped down the bore and chambers first before loading to remove grease and oil and I’ve seen online ppl saying that it’s not necessary to put an oiled patch down the bore and chambers because the solvent has lubrication in it and I noticed you didn’t. I know that excessive oil in the chambers can turn the loads into duds over time if the piece is kept loaded

  • @jdkez
    @jdkez 3 роки тому +1

    Great Info--Thanks

  • @Dr.Pepper001
    @Dr.Pepper001 5 років тому +30

    I just bought a new 38 special revolver. I haven't cleaned a weapon since I turned in my M-14 when I was in the Corps back in 1968, so I'm a bit rusty. Thanks for posting!

    • @dingus7081
      @dingus7081 2 місяці тому +1

      Thank you for your service

  • @johnforse2004
    @johnforse2004 Рік тому +6

    Great review!! Getting my 3 inch Python this week. Can't wait. My gun store owner ordered it and should be here Monday. I have the Anaconda 44 magnum and it's very smooth action makes me love all the Colts snake guns. Like the way the young and the older lady was handling the Python. Love the versatile rounds . Not sure if she was shooting 38 special round are 357 magnum round. But she controlled the Python perfectly!!

  • @jakeb8298
    @jakeb8298 2 роки тому +1

    Instead of brass bore brush, could i use plastic bore brush?

    • @GunsOfTheWest
      @GunsOfTheWest  2 роки тому

      Yes. It just may take more scrubbing to get the bore clean.

    • @jakeb8298
      @jakeb8298 2 роки тому +1

      @@GunsOfTheWest will the brass / or is it bronze? brush scrstch the inside of the barrel?

  • @MrMfloor
    @MrMfloor 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks!

  • @daverenick5830
    @daverenick5830 2 роки тому +2

    I'm so used to semi's and this is my go to video for revolver cleaning. I went to buy a new Python a couple months ago and liked the feel of a 3" King Cobra so much I got that instead. Anyway I noticed something trivial you did that I've done before. Right before you use the Q tip you try opening the cylinder with the hammer back and can't open the it until you drop the hammer.. That wouldn't be an issue on some revolvers but as a person that really likes all the Colt revolvers, semi's too, I just noticed that today.
    Anyway, Thanks, I think this is the most sensible cleaning video for a revolver I've seen, and happy to see it done on one of my favorite models. I used to have a real old Python when the blue was something i haven't seen in around 50 years. It almost looked like they anodized the metal, maybe they did.......on those old ones.

  • @uncommonsense6022
    @uncommonsense6022 3 роки тому +1

    No oil in the barrel?

    • @GunsOfTheWest
      @GunsOfTheWest  3 роки тому

      I don’t do it. Most modern guns don’t need it and it can cause dust and lint to stick in there.

  • @natural-born_pilot
    @natural-born_pilot 2 роки тому +5

    Great video you cover many areas others don’t. However it’s recommended that as a final step place a very lite coat of oil in the barrel and cylinder cartridge ports to prevent rust.

    • @nfaisnfgay
      @nfaisnfgay 10 місяців тому

      If you’re going to let it sit *
      If you’re going to go shoot soon, don’t oversoak your bore.

  • @EmpressEnterprises
    @EmpressEnterprises 2 роки тому +2

    Wow! This is the best gun cleaning video I’ve seen! Thank you!

  • @highwayman1224
    @highwayman1224 5 років тому +6

    Very good informative video! I just purchased a new Taurus 627 Tracker 357 magnum with a 6.5 inch barrel and shot it for the first time today. Looks pretty easy to clean using your video as a guide.

  • @anthonyagresta8347
    @anthonyagresta8347 2 роки тому +1

    After cleaning, when you are lightly wiping down the exterior with an oiled patch.... Would you still do this step on a 'blued barrel'? Dan Wesson 44mag.

  • @ecalzo
    @ecalzo 4 роки тому +1

    very nice .. thanks for the video

    • @GunsOfTheWest
      @GunsOfTheWest  4 роки тому

      You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!

  • @traingp7
    @traingp7 6 років тому +48

    I always recommend using a muzzle cone protector. It's just a plastic cone that goes over the cleaning rod keeping the rod from contacting the muzzle or inside of the barrel. Very cheap insurance to help protect your gun and its accuracy.

    • @mictaylor6637
      @mictaylor6637 4 роки тому +13

      Not a bad idea but not necessary if using a rod with barrel-friendly material, e.g. carbon fibre or, in the video, brass. Steel or covered steel, a big no. CF will not imbed grit.

    • @burgerman101
      @burgerman101 Рік тому +1

      @@mictaylor6637 Is aluminum barrel-friendly?

    • @aflxws
      @aflxws Рік тому

      @@burgerman101yes

    • @sharpandloud3422
      @sharpandloud3422 8 місяців тому +1

      Been cleaning revolvers for years with an old steel pistol rod. Never used a bore guide. My revolvers are as accurate as the day I bought them.

  • @serildayo
    @serildayo 2 роки тому +2

    Just got my first revolver. I needed this video, thank you!

  • @djsworld1974
    @djsworld1974 3 роки тому +7

    basic and easy to follow. Doesn't get any simpler than this!

  • @Bobby-iq7wb
    @Bobby-iq7wb 2 роки тому

    Very helpful! Thank you

  • @240fxst
    @240fxst 4 роки тому +6

    Very thorough. Getting my first Python revolver. Thank you sir.

  • @markmendez7197
    @markmendez7197 2 роки тому +2

    I just bought a Colt King Cobra, and this is going to help me out with cleaning my Colt after the I'm done at the range. Thank you. I will share this video with my friends.

  • @jenp6705
    @jenp6705 3 роки тому +14

    perfectly made video! great lighting! straight to the point! i wish all instructional videos were this great, thank you!

  • @Negativity808
    @Negativity808 4 роки тому +1

    Just bought my first model 686 4" super excited. Sadly the store had no bullets 😞

    • @user-pz5ju7mw3k
      @user-pz5ju7mw3k 4 роки тому

      Try calling some local pawn shops. Most people don’t think of pawn shops for ammo but they have been the only place I have found any .38 special ammo in the last few months

    • @paulbunyun4479
      @paulbunyun4479 Рік тому

      thank your liberal presidents for no ammo

  • @Matzah1982
    @Matzah1982 2 роки тому

    This video was very helpful to me the first time I redded up my Uberti 1858 Remington style new model army revolver and Howell fluted .45 colt cartridge conversion cylinder. It was my first time redding up smokeless powder residue. My method is slightly different though based on yours. I also have to wipe with a solvent soaked patch the firing pins plate that goes on the back of the cylinder where it touches the rims and primer and I put a drop of oil on the cylinder pin and with the hammer cocked down into the action through the back of the receiver before putting the cylinder back in. Plus I put an oiled patch down the bore plus a few dry patches after but I never oil the chambers to prevent the cartridges getting contaminated by oil. I usually only fire at most 10 shots per session so my piece don’t get very dirty and it’s easy to redd up especially when compared to redding up black powder fowling

  • @beriley1
    @beriley1 2 роки тому +6

    Just discovered this video. One of the best, most concise gun cleaning videos I’ve seen. Well done.

  • @gbitt1502
    @gbitt1502 4 роки тому +1

    A nylon bore brush wont scratch the stainless steel ?

    • @gregb6469
      @gregb6469 3 роки тому

      Not any more than a nylon toothbrush will scratch your teeth.

  • @NoxianSoulHarvester
    @NoxianSoulHarvester Рік тому

    Honestly wish I had a stainless with my black revolver it's so harder to tell when somethings "perfectly" clean

  • @MATADOR33
    @MATADOR33 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you your video was very informative and helpful to me.

    • @GunsOfTheWest
      @GunsOfTheWest  4 роки тому

      James W Dorsett You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!

  • @christianplow3523
    @christianplow3523 2 роки тому +1

    Mmmm.... 🍄 📜

  • @susiepittman601
    @susiepittman601 3 роки тому +1

    Do you put oil inside the barrel and the chanbers in the cylinder?

    • @GunsOfTheWest
      @GunsOfTheWest  3 роки тому

      I don’t. Most modern handguns don’t need it and it can cause dust and lint to collect in the barrel.

    • @dougloewen243
      @dougloewen243 2 місяці тому

      No!

  • @midohioguardian4957
    @midohioguardian4957 3 роки тому +3

    IF you take out the flat head screw located on the right side of the pistol right below the cylinder out it will allow you to remove the yoke and cylinder for better and easier cleaning.. You will be surprised on how much powder build up get in where the cylinder rotates on the yoke !!

    • @butchs2337
      @butchs2337 3 роки тому +1

      i saw that on a video of taking the gun apart and it looked very easy 1 screw spring and a pin and that was it

    • @richrudley2650
      @richrudley2650 3 роки тому

      That's the only way to do it right.

  • @alexc1377
    @alexc1377 5 років тому +17

    Best Revolver cleaning video I found!!!!!

  • @danoesq2
    @danoesq2 3 роки тому +6

    I love the smell of Hoppe's in the morning.

    • @viking670
      @viking670 3 роки тому +1

      Yeah...smells like, victory !

    • @TwoWeekCowboy
      @TwoWeekCowboy 3 роки тому +1

      I love the smell of Hoppe's any time of the day, LOL

  • @RedcoatsReturn
    @RedcoatsReturn 7 років тому +34

    Excellent video! I suggest to use nitrile (black or blue) protective gloves. They are tougher than latex and can be reused but are just as thin and dextrous as with using latex gloves. The solvent and oil will in trace amounts get into your bloodstream through your skin and may help over repeated exposures to promote the development of arthritus/rheumatism.

    • @tomfile3131
      @tomfile3131 3 роки тому +3

      I use penetrating oil, and I definitely don't want that oil or other chemicals infiltrating my body, so yes, you're right.

    • @alexmood6407
      @alexmood6407 3 роки тому

      Snowflake

    • @RayDoyouagree
      @RayDoyouagree 2 роки тому +1

      Thanks

  • @Perasperaadastra787
    @Perasperaadastra787 2 роки тому

    Really well done,really in love with 4 inches python ❤

  • @Btc1ml
    @Btc1ml 2 роки тому

    Can you use hoppe on chrome?