A gun cleaning apparatus includes a cleaning tool and a storage case. The cleaning tool has a cleaning section and a pull cord having a distal end for pulling the cleaning section through a gun barrel. The storage case is configured for enclosing the cleaning tool. The storage case includes a substantially hollow container defining a rim at opening thereof, and a removable lid positionable between a closed configuration and an open position. The removable lid includes a handle section for gripping by a user to assist with pulling the cleaning tool through the gun barrel in the open configuration and configured to engage the rim in the closed configuration, and a connection section extending from the handle section, the connection section defining an elongated slot and a cavity for securing the distal end of the pull cord therein.

A barrel cleaning device and method of use are shown and described. The barrel cleaning device includes a cleaning rod having a first end and a second end. A slot located longitudinally through the cleaning rod. The second end of the cleaning rod is configured to connect to a handle. In one instance this is a threaded connection. In this instance the threading will correspond to threading located in the handle. The handle will connect to the cleaning rod. In one instance the first end of the cleaning rod is rounded.

A barrel cleaning device and method of use are shown and described. The barrel cleaning device includes a cleaning rod having a first end and a second end. A slot located longitudinally through the cleaning rod. The second end of the cleaning rod is configured to connect to a handle. In one instance this is a threaded connection. In this instance the threading will correspond to threading located in the handle. The handle will connect to the cleaning rod. In one instance the first end of the cleaning rod is rounded.

A firearm maintenance system may be utilized to clean, lubricate and protect a firearm. Embodiments of the invention provide for creating a sealed environment between the breech end and muzzle end of the barrel of the firearm and introducing a maintenance fluid into the sealed environment. The maintenance fluid may be circulated within the barrel in a closed circulation configuration by a pump. The maintenance fluid may be heated. An ultrasonic generator may be utilized to induce cavitation in the maintenance fluid to improve cleaning efficiency. Fluid flow sighting devices may be utilized to visibly monitor operation. Electronic means to monitor and safeguard the firearm maintenance system may also be employed.

A firearm maintenance system may be utilized to clean, lubricate and protect a firearm. Embodiments of the invention provide for creating a sealed environment between the breech end and muzzle end of the barrel of the firearm and introducing a maintenance fluid into the sealed environment. The maintenance fluid may be circulated within the barrel in a closed circulation configuration by a pump. The maintenance fluid may be heated. An ultrasonic generator may be utilized to induce cavitation in the maintenance fluid to improve cleaning efficiency. Fluid flow sighting devices may be utilized to visibly monitor operation. Electronic means to monitor and safeguard the firearm maintenance system may also be employed.

An apparatus and method for cleaning gun barrels includes a first tube and a second tube, the tubes engaged coaxially with a smaller one of the tubes inserted within the larger one. The tube wall of each tube has an axially oriented slot which is open to one end of the tube and extends along the tube wall. The smaller tube receives a gun barrel axially with its gun sight or other appurtenance protruding through the slot. A gun sight or other integral appurtenance of the gun barrel extends through the slots of both tubes resting in a wider portion of the smaller tube so that the gun barrel is locked in place. A gun cleaning rod is able to be axially aligned through the tubes and the gun barrel. The method includes using a barrel cleaning brush attached at one end of the gun cleaning rod so that it is able to be moved reciprocally within the bore of the gun barrel. Gun cleaning solvent on the brush dissolves residue within the barrel and tends to spray as the brush enters and exits the barrel. However, over-spray of the solvent is captured by the tubes enabling a fastidious gun barrel cleaning process.

An apparatus and method for cleaning gun barrels includes a first tube and a second tube, the tubes engaged coaxially with a smaller one of the tubes inserted within the larger one. The tube wall of each tube has an axially oriented slot which is open to one end of the tube and extends along the tube wall. The smaller tube receives a gun barrel axially with its gun sight or other appurtenance protruding through the slot. A gun sight or other integral appurtenance of the gun barrel extends through the slots of both tubes resting in a wider portion of the smaller tube so that the gun barrel is locked in place. A gun cleaning rod is able to be axially aligned through the tubes and the gun barrel. The method includes using a barrel cleaning brush attached at one end of the gun cleaning rod so that it is able to be moved reciprocally within the bore of the gun barrel. Gun cleaning solvent on the brush dissolves residue within the barrel and tends to spray as the brush enters and exits the barrel. However, over-spray of the solvent is captured by the tubes enabling a fastidious gun barrel cleaning process.

Embodiments of the invention discussed herein surround cleaning of firearms which are configured to pass through internal aspects — such as through a barrel and/or breach of a firearm. Included in some embodiments is a driver adaptor which is configured to allow the powered or mechanically assisted rotation of a cleaning system when inserted into the barrel or breach of a firearm for more rapid and efficient cleaning. Included in some embodiments is a barrel guard for the protection for the muzzle end of the barrel, the cleaning system, and the user.

Embodiments of the invention discussed herein surround cleaning of firearms which are configured to pass through internal aspects — such as through a barrel and/or breach of a firearm. Included in some embodiments is a driver adaptor which is configured to allow the powered or mechanically assisted rotation of a cleaning system when inserted into the barrel or breach of a firearm for more rapid and efficient cleaning. Included in some embodiments is a barrel guard for the protection for the muzzle end of the barrel, the cleaning system, and the user.

A bore cleaning tool comprised of a jag having a central body, a spiked tip near a first end of the central body, and a threaded portion near a second end of the central body. The central body may have a plurality of shallow reservoirs and deep reservoirs. The plurality of shallow and deep reservoirs can repeatedly alternate. Each of the shallow reservoirs can include a pair of flanking ridges with a corresponding central portion, and each pair of flanking ridges can have a larger radius than a radius of the corresponding central portion. A patch can be connected to the spiked tip so the bore cleaning tool can be used for cleaning the bore of a firearm barrel.