If you have just purchased gun cleaning patches and don’t know how to use them, this article will be helpful.

Gun cleaning patches are generally white because when the gun cleaning patch is passed through the inside and outside of the gun, you will see the color change and know whether the gun has been cleaned. Sometimes cleaning a gun requires using several cleaning patches until the gun is thoroughly cleaned.

How to use cleaning patches

It is extremely important to wear safety gloves while handling a gun. This will protect your hands from unwanted fingerprints and natural oils that may stick to the exterior of the gun.

Before handling a gun, always remember to unload it and clean the rounds and magazines to prevent it from jamming later. This may seem like common knowledge, but it's surprising how many accidents happen due to negligence in this area.

When disassembling your firearm, it's crucial to read the manual thoroughly beforehand. This will ensure that you can easily assemble it later without any difficulty.

How to best use cleaning patches as a gun owner

As previously mentioned, gun cleaning patches are an affordable option and are often sold in boxes containing around 400 patches. These patches are used not only for wiping but also for mounting on saw teeth. This is done in place of a regular stick, as the patch may easily slip off during maintenance, making it difficult to remove with a stick.

To attach the patch to the saw blade, it needs to be mounted on a long or short cleaning rod, depending on the type of gun. First, secure the patch to the ring by inserting the needle through the hole in the patch. Next, hold the patch from the side and pull the cloth through it. Finally, pull the patch upward to tighten it securely.