Cleaning a pistol should only be a 10-minute job, and ladies, if your husband is taking more time than that, he is not cleaning the pistol(s); he is avoiding the “honey-do” list! When I cannot find my husband, I know he must be in the man-cave, either reloading or cleaning his firearms. Another point ladies: cleaning your pistol is like baking bread. When things are done in steps and with the proper ingredients, success is right around the corner.

What You Need

The steps and ingredients (in this case, solvent and gun oil) assure that you have removed all the “products of combustion,” and parts are properly lubricated. Solvent is applied to a brush threaded to a cleaning rod, which is inserted into the cylinder chambers and the muzzle end of the barrel of a revolver or the chamber end of a barrel for a semi-auto. This brush scrubs from the “lands and grooves” in the bore, lead byproducts left behind. When you are ready to clean the bore with patches, you unthread the brush from the rod and thread it on the jag or patch loop. With the patch, you polish the bore. Whereas a revolver is now clean, a semi-automatic, like a car, runs with a certain amount of lubrication (gun oil) that is applied as the semi-automatic is reassembled. Now this seems quite simple, and it is; however, there is a quicker method designed by TALON Grips that will save you time.

The 8 ½-inch cleaning rod is a non-metal, glass-reinforced nylon, designed to NOT damage a breach or a barrel. Its “T” handle rotates easily following the grooves of the bore. The T handle is oversized, so you don’t “bash” your knuckles while cleaning your pistol. At the end of the rod is the yellow connector which snaps and unsnaps the brushes and jags into the rod. The brush and jag of each caliber is contained within a packet made of TALON grip material. A slit down the back side gives you access to both items. It is also a handy storage packet.

The brushes are easily identifiable because the brush holder and its jag are the same color. The caliber is imprinted on the brush holder: .44 and .45 are lime green; .40 and .41 are rose pink; and .38 and 9mm are sky blue. These are my color choices; you can name them whatever color you choose. A lime green loop is also included in the packaging as an alternative to the jag.

You will notice that on the end of the brush, jag and loop distinct notches are part of the design. These notches are what SNAP into the end of the rod. You line the notches with the yellow lever on the rod, which tilts like a teeter-totter to allow the attachment or release.

At the end of our pistol classes, the ladies clean a pistol of their choice. For many, this is the first time they have cleaned a pistol, and their introduction to the required parts generally includes one cleaning rod, one brush, one loop, some patches, solvent and oil. We advise them to be selective in their cleaning materials to avoid spending more money than is necessary.

TALON SNAP Cleaning System

Traditional methods of cleaning pistols involve touching the brush and the jag/loop several times. Now I am not chemical sensitive, but I’ve had students with MCS (Multiple Chemical Sensitivity), and they become uncomfortable as a result of either physical contact with the chemicals and/or the chemical odor. In these instances, in order to avoid as much contact with the chemicals as possible, we use the TALON SNAP Cleaning System. It is quick and easy and gets the job done with limited exposure to the chemicals.

The TALON SNAP Cleaning System kept hands cleaner and reduced the amount of chemical exposure. The cleaning of my Smith & Wesson .38 was easily completed in 5 minutes, cutting in half the time mentioned at the beginning of this article. Of course, cleaning a semi-auto will take more time as lubricating parts prior to assembly is necessary; however, no more threading and unthreading of the brushes and jags. Also ladies, the firearms only need to be “Guy Clean.” No one is going to eat off it or do surgery with it. We may clean to the point of sterility, whereas guys will clean it “just enough” to get by.

Utilizing a new “quick connect system,” everything snaps into place, and you spend less time at the bench cleaning and more time at the range shooting. Everything you need is contained in one small package when you receive it from TALON Grips. In addition, you can include in your order a SNAP stand to organize your brushes and jags.

Include a small bottle of solvent, oil and a few patches with the SNAP System, and you are ready to throw it in your gun bag or in a backpack for hunting. The TALON SNAP Cleaning System will make cleaning pistols a SNAP!

Lil’ Native G-10 SLIPIT Knife

Spyderco’s remarkable SLIPIT family of knives combines the advantages of clip-carry and easy one-handed opening with the broad legal acceptance of the non-locking folder. One of the newest members of this unique breed is the Lil’ Native SLIPIT, which replaces the Compression Lock and back lock of the original model with Spyderco’s “notched-joint” mechanism. An enhanced version of a traditional slipjoint, this mechanism uses spring pressure to hold the knife’s full-flat-ground CPM S30V blade open but does not lock it. Peel-ply-textured G-10 scales ensure a non-slip grip, and a broad-based, four-position clip offers ambidextrous tip-up or tip-down carry.

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BIANCHI

Allusion Series 126GLS Assent Concealment Holster

Bianchi, a brand of Safariland Group, announced the launch of the Bianchi 126GLS Assent concealment holster. This is the first Bianchi leather holster to incorporate Safariland’s advanced GLS (Grip Locking System) retention, offering multi-fit capability. The Model 126GLS Assent holster is an open-top design that combines leather with a laminate synthetic liner for durability, comfort, and additional functionality. The GLS retention automatically secures the gun when holstered and releases it upon application of the middle finger with a standard shooting grip for an intuitive and safe release. The 126GLS comes in six sizes to fit over 250 firearms.

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SENTRY

Next Generation AR-15 Mag

After the acquisition of the HexMag brand in 2017, SENTRY Products Group expanded their magazine and on-gun accessory line. The most recent advancement is SENTRY’s Carbon Fiber AR-15 magazine, made from a proprietary carbon fiber composite blended with SENTRY’s PolyHex2 polymer, for durability and consistent performance. As with all HexMag products the new carbon fiber AR-15 Mag features the patented Hexture pattern for confident and positive grip, no matter the environmental conditions. A heat-treated stainless-steel spring eliminates corrosion and resists fatigue even while loaded for long periods of time. Customization can be done through HexMag’s True Riser system to create state-compliant 10-, 15- and 30-round configurations; and with the SENTRY HexID color identification system, the user can quickly identify caliber and ammo type through the coded safety system featuring high visibility followers and latch plate.

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GUNEYE

Model 360IR Smart HD Gun Camera with S3 Technology

GunEye’s Model 360IR Smart HD Gun Camera ​attaches to a gun rail with ​a unique Secondary Sighting System technology​ (S3 Technology)​ ​that connects it ​​directly to ​your​ ​smartphone ​wirelessly. The camera allows you to see your target safely behind cover while aiming your gun around a corner or wall before the target sees you.

The GunEye HD Model 360IR Remote Targeting Camera combines a camera, night vision, video/audio recording with the GunEye’s patented S3 Technology into a single mountable module. GunEye’s video and audio features provides a record of the engagement for any legal issues that may arise post-conflict. Its compact size will fit most rail systems on most guns and rifles. The camera offers app connectivity to smart devices through Android and IOS apps, connecting the camera to mobile devices via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth with live-stream video with auto or manual recording.

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SAVAGE ARMS

IMPULSE Predator Rifle

Savage Arms announced the arrival of its IMPULSE Predator. The American-made IMPULSE Predator combines Savage accuracy with the speed of a straight-pull action serving as a platform for hunting carnivores. Beneath the action, IMPULSE Predator’s synthetic stock is finished in Mossy Oak Terra Gila. IMPULSE showcases AccuStock and is built with Savage’s AccuFit technology, which allows for easy adjustments to length-of-pull and comb height for an easily customizable fit. The user-adjustable AccuTrigger can be set as high as 6 pounds for those who stalk hunt, or as low as just 2.5 for hunters who shoot from longer distances, or anywhere in between.

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SAVAGE ARMS

IMPULSE Big Game Rifle

Savage Arms released its new IMPULSE Big Game rifles. These new American-made IMPULSE straight-pull rifles allow a shooter to maintain proper cheek weld after a shot and keep their target in their sights. The new straight-pull action is housed in a KUIU Verde 2.0 Camo stock, featuring AccuStock and comes equipped with Savage’s AccuFit, which allows for easy adjustments to length-of-pull and comb height to provide even the biggest big-game hunters with a tailored fit. The user-adjustable AccuTrigger can be set as low as 1.5 pounds.

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FURY ARMOR SYSTEMS

Ballistic Body Armor

Fury Armor Systems is the future of affordable ballistic body armor. Fury Armor Systems’ hard and soft armor plates are made of the latest in advanced composites and materials to assure users outstanding quality and performance. Every armor plate is extensively quality inspected and spot-tested. The ballistic armor is sent to independent U.S. testing facilities to ensure high standards and to make certain high levels of performance are achieved. In this unique time, and with so much uncertainty, it is becoming inevitable that protecting yourself and loved ones is of utmost importance.

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STANDARD MANFACTURING CO.

16721 Sporting Rifle

Standard Manufacturing’s 16721 sporting rifle chambered in 5.56 sports a 16-inch barrel with an 1:8-inch twist and has been updated to include a 13-inch M-LOK handguard. The 16721 has a direct-impingement gas system, standard charging handle, A2 flash hider muzzle, salt bath nitride carrier group and MIL-SPEC trigger. Additional specifications include a Rogers Super-Stoc, Mission First pistol grip and six-position carbine buffer tube. The 16721 measures 32 inches to 35.5 inches, weighs 6.4 pounds and includes two 30-round magazines.

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