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Firearm Care Chemical Product Information Guide
A clean firearm is not just a polished firearm. It is a mechanical device exposed to heat, pressure, carbon, metal fouling, moisture, and even oils from your skin. The chemistry used to maintain it matters as much as the brush, patch, or bore rope. Firearm cleaning products often look simple on the shelf, but they may contain petroleum distillates, alcohols, ammonia compounds, esters, synthetic oils, corrosion inhibitors, surfactants, and suspended solids such as PTFE. Each o
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Oct 14 min read


Gun Spray to Maintain Fire Ready Condition for any and all Firearms
Gun Spray is not a commodity. This one lubricates and protects very well and leaves a non-oily finish. It is certified to 100+ hours of protection from rust and corrosion, which is uncommon with aerosol lubes. One gunmetal treatment is long lasting while preventing excessive accumulation of carbon fouling so that powder residue comes right off without much effort. Universally effective on pistol, rifle and shotgun parts alike. Gun Spray with superior performance in cleaning,
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Sep 232 min read


Original Formula Action Blaster Cleaner Degreaser Remembered
Legendary Gun Cleaning Performance from the Gun Care Professionals Action Blaster, like other brands that have had to make adjustments to meet regulations, is now only made in its synthetic safe aka polymer safe formulation which has been on the market for over a decade now. However, devout, long-standing Tetra Gun care customers still yearn for the original Action Blaster gun cleaner degreaser aerosol formula because of its strength, even though it has been out of production
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Sep 132 min read


Tetra Gun has Ultimate Expertise when it comes to Firearm Maintenance
When the Tetra Gun care brand got started in 1985, if not earlier, that set the tone for over four decades as a manufacturer of firearm lubricant and gun cleaning products that are respected worldwide. All of the Engineered Materials Inc. (EMI) chemicals are proudly Made in the USA including some of the most proprietary and specialized top-quality ingredients money can buy from the chemical industry. The end result is a guarantee that every lube or cleaner item is going to
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Aug 312 min read


Gun Grease on Pistol Rails
As important as gun oil or lubricant is, gun grease is virtually essential for critical high-wear gun parts that are most vulnerable to friction. The most obvious application point on semiautomatic pistols are the rails, followed by the connector, pins, the hood of the barrel, sear, lugs, slide and even the trigger. Gun Grease on pistol rails, focused on high-wear parts most vulnerable to friction. Tetra Gun is simply the best. Unlike CLP oil, which you want to polish on unt
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Aug 212 min read


Tetra Gun: The Choice of Champions
Gun lube and other gun cleaning products do not make a champion, but products from Tetra Gun care do provide a level of peace of mind for competitive shooters that allows them to put even more focus and concentration of performing at the range to rise to the top. It is the added self-assurance and bolstered confidence that give top shooters that extra edge to come away with trophies and medals or at least finish in the top ranks. Ladies Trapshooting Champion Sandra Jack Tetra
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Aug 151 min read


Best Gun Cleaner Spray for Light Duty Use on any Firearm on the Market
As opposed to its stronger firearm cleaning products, Tetra Gun care also offers an all-purpose, water-based cleaning solution made to remove carbon fouling as well as gun lube and bore solvent residue. The Cleaner Degreaser has no fumes or strong lingering smell that some other products have, and it is gentle on the skin because it is buffered to pH neutral. Don't let the water-based solutions fool you into thinking it isn't good enough to get the job done, because it defini
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Jul 212 min read


Essential Gun Lubrication Tips for Handgun Owners
For any semi-automatic pistol, whether it be as straight forward as a Glock or more parts intensive as a Sig Sauer and alike, you still have to take care of the gunmetal, inside and out. None of what I am about to share should be new to an experienced handgun owner, but I know there are many opinions. For grease applications, specifically, the rails are treatment surface number one. After that, the exterior of the barrel, on top and towards the front where the most friction o
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Jul 164 min read


Understanding the Second Amendment and the Different Types of Firearms
The Second Amendment to the United States Constitution is one of the most debated parts of American law. It guarantees the right to keep and bear arms, but what does that really mean today? Understanding this amendment requires not only a look at its historical context but also a clear grasp of the various types of firearms it covers. This post will explore the Second Amendment’s background and explain the main categories of firearms, helping readers gain a clearer picture of
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Jul 74 min read


Extreme Cold Temp Demo for Grease
Many brands of gun care make all kinds of claims, often because they are posers copying and pasting what real manufacturers of performance lubricants state, but at some point, the truth comes out. The proof is in the pudding. Try getting some other gun grease to do what this Obex Prime material can do when it makes contact with dry ice. This is a big deal. If you know, you know. It is also important to understand that any product can be made to perform on an extreme level
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Jul 71 min read


Premier Gun Grease Delivers Unmatched Performance
Obex Prime grade 1 gun grease exceeds any other branded firearm lube product or military-grade standard alternative because it can keep any of your guns in fire-ready condition for a longer duration before relubrication, and better than anything else available. Obex Prime conditions gunmetal to ensure operational reliability in that it prevents jams, misfires and other failures as far as gun lube goes. One jar of this grease can treat a small arsenal for an armorer or a gunsm
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Jun 304 min read


Understanding a Universal Gun Cleaning Kit and the Chemicals and Components Inside
Firearm enthusiasts purchase gun cleaning kits every day. However, many gun owners often wonder about the purpose of some items inside the case. Today, I want to review the practical uses of whatever is inside the box. They are not all the same. Not at all. Top Rated Tetra Gun Universal Cleaning Kit is a Best Value Understanding Your Gun Cleaning Kit Kit Elements Beginning with the Gun Cleaning Rod Let’s start with the metal cleaning rod. Some rods are uncoated and made of br
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Jun 254 min read


Bore Rope Gun Cleaning Tips
The bore snake concept has been around for many decades now, and the basic idea is sound. By applying contact in the bore while carrying gun solvent or gun oil from the breech and out the muzzle end. You don't want to drive fouling residue back into the action. That would be counterproductive. Since bore cleaning rope is a quick and easy method of maintenance, it only makes sense that many gun owners choose to Clean, Lubricate and Protect (CLP) by using that oil formula exclu
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Jun 111 min read


Explore Tetra Gun Cleaning Products: Keep Your Firearms in Top Shape
When it comes to caring for firearms, I know how important it is to use the right cleaning products. Nothing beats the satisfaction of a well-maintained gun that performs flawlessly every time. That’s why I’m excited to share my experience with Tetra Gun cleaning products. These American-made gun care chemicals are designed to keep your firearms in peak condition, whether you’re a casual shooter or a professional gunsmith. Let’s dive into what makes Tetra Gun products stand o
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Jun 23 min read


Prosmith Cotton Patches for all Firearms Cleaning Applications
Tetra Gun Prosmith Square Cotton Patches in bulk bag quantities in various sizes to cover every caliber you can think of for the professional gunsmith or volume gun collector: 3/4" is for .17-.22 cal. (1400 ct.) 1" is for .22-.270 cal. (1400 ct.) 1 1/2" is for 6mm-30 cal. (1200 ct.) 1 3/4" is for 7mm/27-38 cal. (1200 ct.) 2 1/4" is for 9mm/.38-45cal./410 and 20ga (1000 ct.) 2 1/2" is for 45 cal. (1000 ct.) 3" is for 12 ga. (900 ct.) There are also plastic clam packs of patche
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May 301 min read


Cleaning & Lube Tips for Maintaining an AR15 Style Carbine Rifle
Field strip the AR-15 especially the bolt carrier assembly. Use an effective carbon cleaner and soak if needed, followed up by using a bronze brush to scrub the accumulated powder off the gunmetal surfaces. NOTE: the bolt cam pin slot is an important part to clean thoroughly. The bolt carrier key. Focus on the bolt lugs. Also check the bolt gas rings, if applicable. NEXT: Clean out the chamber with the specifically designed bronze chamber brush, along with the locking lugs. T
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May 272 min read


The Ultimate Guide to Firearm Cleaning and Lubrication
Essential Tips for Gun Care Revolvers need carbon cleared from chambers and other surfaces. It's a straightforward task but crucial for maintaining performance. Semi-automatic pistols have many lubrication points after cleaning. You should specifically apply grease on the rails, slide, connector, and barrel hood. Cleaning and lubing springs is an often-overlooked good idea. It’s clear that a semi-auto handgun is more complex and intricate than a revolver. Understanding Rimfir
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May 124 min read


Shotguns Need
Over/under or side-by-side. Pump action or semi-auto. Any caliber. Any barrel length. Any age or condition. All shotgun owners should take care of their guns by cleaning and lubricating with tender loving care. Clay, skeet and trap shooters, along with hunters in the field take notice. Your shotguns deserve proper firearm maintenance. It's a worth investment of time. Any caliber. Even if they remain in long term storage in your safe. Shotgun maintenance products like carbon c
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May 51 min read


Selecting Best Gun Care Chemicals based on Quality and Value
Keeping your firearm in top shape is not just about safety - it’s about performance, reliability, and longevity. There are decades of proof that the right gun care products will make all the difference in the world. That’s why I want to emphasize how the essential Tetra Gun care chemicals will meet your expectations. If you want your firearm to perform flawlessly every time, barring factory hardware issues, read this blog carefully. We will guide you on how to use Tetra G
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Apr 286 min read


The Ultimate Guide to Using a Gun Cleaning Rod
Cleaning and maintaining your firearm is essential. If you're gearing up to clean and lube the inside of a gun barrel, also known as the bore, you need to start with a quality gun cleaning rod. Tetra Gun Prosmith Premium One Piece Cleaning Rod Getting Started with Your Gun Cleaning Rod Before you dive in, it's crucial to understand how to use your cleaning rod correctly. Gather the Right Accessories You'll need some essential accessories to go along with your rod: Attachments
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Apr 232 min read
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