Gun Maintenance & Care

Caring for your firearms goes far beyond appearance. A well-maintained shotgun or rifle is safer, more accurate, and will serve you faithfully for decades. Neglect, on the other hand, is one of the fastest ways to shorten a gun’s working life and put reliability at risk. Within this section you’ll find practical advice, expert insights, and myth-busting guidance on how to keep your kit in peak condition.

Cleaning is at the heart of firearm care. Every shot leaves behind carbon, copper, and powder residue that can build up quickly and compromise accuracy. Our Complete Rifle Cleaning Guide explains the step-by-step process, highlighting the tools you’ll need and the common mistakes to avoid. For those who prefer a quick fix in the field, you’ll also find tips on when a bore snake is useful and when only a full bench clean will do.

There’s no shortage of folklore around gun cleaning, but not all advice is worth following. That’s why our article on Gun Cleaning Myths Debunked cuts through the confusion. It tackles the big debates from how often you should really be cleaning, to whether stainless barrels are truly maintenance-free and offers clear, experience-backed answers. These insights will help you avoid both overdoing it and leaving your firearm vulnerable to corrosion or malfunction.

Looking after your guns also means storing them properly, and that’s where seasonal care comes in. The British climate is unforgiving, with damp winters and humid springs that can wreak havoc on metalwork and wooden stocks. In our guide to Seasonal Gun Storage, we share practical measures to prevent rust, warping, and damage to optics. From silica gel packs to the right stock wax, the advice ensures your firearm remains ready for the field when you next open the cabinet.

At TIS Guns, we believe that firearm care should be straightforward, not intimidating. These articles are designed to help you understand not just the “how”, but the “why” behind every step, giving you the confidence to maintain your firearms correctly and consistently. Whether you’re cleaning after a wet day’s stalking, preparing for long-term storage, or checking the truth behind a well-worn myth, this section is here to keep your kit in its best possible shape.