Getting a new/first Semi Auto...help.

[Rawb77]

Hey guys/gals, Pretty new to owning firearms, the first 2 I have purchased had been a used rifle which I just recently sold, and a S&W 642 revolver.

This past weekend I picked up a brand new M1 Carbine at a gunshow, a rifle I have always wanted. And in a few days I am picking up, in celebration of Jesus's birthday, a Walther P99 in 40 cal.

My questions to you in regards to a new gun/rifle as in my case. I plan on taking them to the range as soon as I pick up the Walther this next Tuesday. Do you recommend stripping down the guns and cleaning them and oiling them up good first...or should they be range ready out of the box? Having never owned a brand new semi auto anything, I'm not sure on the steps to take when I finally get it home and officially in my possession.

Thanks for any/all responses, and for the help!

 

[Omaha-BeenGlockin]

Yes--it has to be cleaned and lubed first----you need to remove the factory preservative grease/oil.

 

[katokahn99]

Field strip, inspect, clean and lube ALL new/new to you guns before you take them out for the first time. It's just a good habbit to get into.

 

[Pappy109]

Hey guys/gals, Pretty new to owning firearms, the first 2 I have purchased had been a used rifle which I just recently sold, and a S&W 642 revolver.

This past weekend I picked up a brand new M1 Carbine at a gunshow, a rifle I have always wanted. And in a few days I am picking up, in celebration of Jesus's birthday, a Walther P99 in 40 cal.

My questions to you in regards to a new gun/rifle as in my case. I plan on taking them to the range as soon as I pick up the Walther this next Tuesday. Do you recommend stripping down the guns and cleaning them and oiling them up good first...or should they be range ready out of the box? Having never owned a brand new semi auto anything, I'm not sure on the steps to take when I finally get it home and officially in my possession.

Thanks for any/all responses, and for the help!

Read the Manufactures Instruction Manual before you even load the gun.

No one knows it better than the people that made it!

I am a firm believer in KISS.....KEEP IT SIMPLE STUPID!

 

[ReloaderFred]

When firearms leave the factory, they don't know how long they will be in the box before they're sold, so they coat them inside and out with preservative oil, which in some cases is different than lubricating oil. Always disassemble the firearm and thoroughly clean it of all preservative oil, in particular, the chamber and barrel. This will also make you more familiar with your new firearm.

After cleaning it, then lightly oil all the bearing surfaces with a good quality gun oil and reassemble it.

Hope this helps.

Fred

 

[NG VI]

Read the Manufactures Instruction Manual before you even load the gun.

No one knows it better than the people that made it!

I like that, for instance my CZs have always come soaked in packing grease, which obviously needs to be removed before you can even hold the gun without getting all sticky. But the two Glocks I own came good to go, with a small amount of some sort of copper colored grease/lubricant on the slide rails, and a reccomendation to leave it on when shooting the first time.

Definitely inspect it first.

 

[Rawb77]

Thanks for the help, just wanted to make sure. Got plenty of Rem Oil and Hoppes 9 at home for gun cleaning. Just wanted to make sure I knew I was getting into when I brought it home. I didnt think they came pre-oiled...but I knew they were usually coated with something. just needed to know the right steps to bringing it to full life.

Yes, reading the manual is the first step, well it has been. Ive read the manual online several times over now. I'm pretty psyched! Already got the IWB holster for it to carry it.

 

[BHP FAN]

Have a good time...but try to remain calm while shooting,it helps with the accuracy.mindset is every bit as important as equipment. Seriously,you'll notice each trip to the range you become a better shot.A lot of this is practice,and familiarity,but when you go for accuracy,you also want to get your heart beat under control. The easiest way to do that is proper breathing. Shoot on the exhale. A lot of folks will tell you that only goes for match rifle shooting,but those are the same people that will tell you ''well,pistols aren't accurate,anyhow...''

 

[Big Bill]

Do you recommend stripping down the guns and cleaning them and oiling them up good first...or should they be range ready out of the box? Having never owned a brand new semi auto anything, I'm not sure on the steps to take when I finally get it home and officially in my possession.

First thing, unpack the manuals and read them completely. Then unpack the guns and inspect them, looking for any defects or other obvious problems. Next, follow the instructions in the manual about disassembling, cleaning and lubricating. Finally, carefully store the guns until you are ready to go to the range and shoot them. When I go to the range, I make sure to carry all the tools to adjust the guns as I am sighting them in. Make sure you carry tape, a marking pen, etc., etc. Have fun and remember all the basic rules of gun safety and apply them at all times. Good Luck and Good Shooting!