aeromaks 1 Posted March 23, 2009 I am just sitting here after putting through a few hundred rounds through the guns, cleaning them while watching Bones on tv. So... what about you guys? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DPNJ 3 Posted March 23, 2009 Yea +1 on that, nothing better than watching a good movie while cleaning my piece, ive gotten into a nice habit of it now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rscalzo 3 Posted March 23, 2009 While cleanoing is a fact of life when you are at the range three or four times a week, I don't have any radio or TV in the shop area. I'm of the opinion that doing those tasks simply create a increased posibility of a accident somewhere along the line. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tbtrout 141 Posted March 24, 2009 Any time I spend with my guns is relaxing. Whether cleaning or tinkering, I put on some country music and time runs away. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rscalzo 3 Posted March 24, 2009 Music I can see in the shop area. But TV??? I don't think I would agree with that unless you just keep it on for the sound. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Glock26 0 Posted March 24, 2009 Music I can see in the shop area. But TV??? I don't think I would agree with that unless you just keep it on for the sound. Yup, mostly for the background noise. Prior to that, had Miami Vice playing in the background. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tbtrout 141 Posted March 25, 2009 There has to be some kind of noise to drown out the kids jumping around upstairs. And Garth and guns just seem to go together. I can't begin to count the times 0100 rolls around and I realize I need to get some sleep. 0600 comes pretty quick. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ray Ray 3,566 Posted April 5, 2009 Yea +1 on that, nothing better than watching a good movie while cleaning my piece, ive gotten into a nice habit of it now. +1 on that It has to be an action movie though, not a movie that requires my undivided atention. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Circlesqr 1 Posted February 16, 2010 +1 on cleaning = relaxing. Reloading calms me down a lot too. :sleeping-blue: --Daniel Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbk 188 Posted February 16, 2010 I find it quite relaxing myself. The hum of the fan, some quiet music, and working with my hands is quite relaxing (even to think about it). I point out that last part because I have no mechanic skills whatsoever, but handling the firearms is different. Then I usually round it off by inspecting every round (though that gets boring quick). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Caine 147 Posted February 16, 2010 Depends on my mood it seems. Sometimes, I find that it's a good way to pass the time. Other times, I find it very boring. It also reminds me that I don't get out to shoot enough On the plus side, I do learn something new about each of my guns every time I take them apart, so it's not a total loss What I really need is to set up a dedicated area for cleaning. Right now it's either the dining room table or on the floor in front of the tv :roll: kills my back haha Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nott 0 Posted February 16, 2010 If it's just one gun, it's relaxing. If I have to clean 3-4 of them, it gets annoying rather quickly. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
usnmars 136 Posted February 16, 2010 I think there is something zen about it. Very relaxing and calming. If i am cleaning, it means i went shooting and it is a nice way to end a good day. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mipafox 438 Posted February 16, 2010 Gun cleaning sucks. Even during weekly handgun trips I always come back with at LEAST two guns to clean. Four is common. When we go out and rock I have a minimum of 5 guns (counting uppers) that need to cool before I can even case them up to leave the range. Sometimes more. I don't even clean all my guns anymore. The beater uppers just need lube and a few bore swipes if I feel charitable. But the carry guns and the first line home guns always get at least an inspection and hasty clean. It's a serious pain in the ass. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matty 810 Posted February 16, 2010 I clean my guns while perusing NJGF :obscene-smokingpimp: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crazyboy 13 Posted February 16, 2010 It's not relaxing its work. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tbtrout 141 Posted February 16, 2010 It's not relaxing its work. You are doing it wrong Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crazyboy 13 Posted February 16, 2010 It's not relaxing its work. You are doing it wrong Well it starts out relaxing, then I get all anal about it and end up spending forever cleaning one stinking part, then I start getting tired of it and it becomes work. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tbtrout 141 Posted February 16, 2010 It's not relaxing its work. You are doing it wrong Well it starts out relaxing, then I get all anal about it and end up spending forever cleaning one stinking part, then I start getting tired of it and it becomes work. You need Country music while cleaning. Keeps you relaxed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted February 16, 2010 I find it very relaxing...I have 2 shotguns that need some love... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crazyboy 13 Posted February 16, 2010 I have the country music. However not when cleaning, need o give that a go. You need Country music while cleaning. Keeps you relaxed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aggopian 0 Posted February 16, 2010 I think I enjoy the cleaning as much as shooting. There's a zen feeling to it. Cleaning up afterward is another thing lol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blackfox 1 Posted February 16, 2010 I HATE cleaning my guns.. :oops: :oops: :oops: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
anastasia 0 Posted February 17, 2010 I am just sitting here after putting through a few hundred rounds through the guns, cleaning them while watching Bones on tv. So... what about you guys? Yeah, another Bones fan :happy-cheerleaderkid: On the topic: I dont' clean guns, I do dishes :mrgreen: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tbtrout 141 Posted February 17, 2010 I am just sitting here after putting through a few hundred rounds through the guns, cleaning them while watching Bones on tv. So... what about you guys? Yeah, another Bones fan :happy-cheerleaderkid: On the topic: I dont' clean guns, I do dishes :mrgreen: It should read, I don't clean my guns, Maksim does. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ben 0 Posted February 17, 2010 I HATE cleaning my guns.. :oops: :oops: :oops: +1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maksim 1,504 Posted February 17, 2010 just cleaning right now.... watching olympic hockey, russia beating on latvia 3-0 still bitchin about decision not to put kovalev, the captain from 06 olympics, on the starting team due to fuggin politics. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted February 17, 2010 yes relaxing at times , but remember that most guns are ruined more by cleaning than by shooting - this is especially true with barrels - i know target shooters that shoot over 1000 rounds with out cleaning their barrels - this does not include some semi autos + ar's their actions have to be kept clean just so they will function - Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
67gtonut 847 Posted February 17, 2010 What is this "cleaning" thing you speak of? :? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
usnmars 136 Posted February 17, 2010 Especially with milsurps, I find my mind drifting off and thinking about the rifle/pistol that I am cleaning. Where did that dent come from, did the person that it was issued to clean and care for the gun? Did this thing ever see combat. I have many battle damaged examples of firearms that have seen their share of $hit and you cant help but wonder about them. My M91 for example has shrapnel all over the stock, obviously it was in the wrong place at the wrong time. But did the person who carried it at least get a couple of shots off first? You never know, so I guess that adds to the intrigue. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites