How to Clean a Gun with foam cleaning swabs ? Today’s defensive handguns are rugged, reliable machines, but they won’t stay that way if they’re not properly maintained.Properly cleaning your guns will keep them functioning effectively and firing safely. You should clean a gun after every time you fire it, and particularly after target practice when you are firing lots of rounds.Below are processes of cleaning your handguns. Part 1 of 3:Getting Prepared 1.Get a cleaning kit. A basic handgun cleaning tool set includes: Cleaning solvent Lubricant, or gun oil A bore brush A patch holder and patches Cleaning rod Cotton swabs Microfiber cloths for polishing 2.Unload your gun. Always take the time to properly unload your gun and double-check to make sure that it's unloaded every time you pick it up to clean it. 3.Disassemble your gun. Check the owner's manual for disassembly instructions to prepare the gun for cleaning. 4. Work in a well-ventilated are...