Suggestions for Field-Cleaning Revolvers

[Dan Kohli]

Is there a procedure for cleaning revolvers during an event? And what are the proper tools? I may be missing something, but I’m having a hard time finding detailed instructions for cleaning revolvers. Congdon’s Cavalry Compendium only mentions that they should be cleaned with warm water, dried and oiled, like the carbine. Most of the videos are on a workbench and for cleaning at home.

[MuleyGil]

If you want to look authentic, you can make a hardwood cleaning rod & keep it in your pack or haversack. Rinse the cylinder and barrel with water and swap until clean, wipe everything dry and oil it. Wipe off any fouling you see on the frame & oil.

You should disassemble and clean the action periodically, depending on how often you fire it. Do this at home, as small pieces tend to disappear.

[T Izzard]

I tend to use a farby brass bristled brush on a rod to quickly clean cylinders and the barrel. What I have found though is that it is most important to clean to nipple and make sure the flash can still get through. I also like to loosen then retighten all my nipples to ensure none of the freeze or get too gunked.

[Dan Kohli]

Thanks for the suggestions.