Universal Cleaning Mat for Shotgun, Guns, Rifles, Pistols and Other Items - Great Shooting Present

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The parts keeper is built on to the end of the Smart Mat. It is a tray the width of the mat and provides a few small sections and one long section for putting screws, cleaning rods, and more. It is magnetic, so even if you tip the table, you won’t be losing them tiny pins, springs, or screws.

When you’re using a gun cleaning mat to clean your guns, you can avoid damaging your bolt, firing pin, or other parts. The gun cleaning mat is a soft, stable place to set your gun parts on to avoid potential damage. Reduces Risk of Scratches and Tarnishes For rifles, I had mixed feelings, but since I have to choose the best I will go with Philsky. Because it is the largest in size, durable, and does not crease easily like Gloryfire or Real Avid. And the grey color really points out where all parts are. Why not give it a go and see how you like it. What to look for when buying a gun cleaning mat. Made from a thermal resistant silicon rubber, the Rangetechnic mat actually reminds us a bit of a silicon cutting sheet. You can easily use a rag, cloth, or paper towel to remove any excess oil from the mat. Thermal Resistance? The Real Avid Smart mat is a nice gun cleaning mat that utilizes a non-absorbent neoprene material. It’s a pretty nice mat, and is manufactured in two different sizes – one for rifles and/or shotguns & one for pistols.Some of the mats reviewed had MANY complaints about easily collecting dust, lint, dirt, etc. and others had no complaints. We will go over each of the best gun cleaning mats currently on the market and find out what makes them the best. 1. Sage and Braker – Waxed Canvas Gun Cleaning Mat While it is probably simply an added feature based on the material they were going to use anyways, we can’t figure out why you would need a thermal resistant mat. Rangetechnic claims their gun mat can handle heat up to 500+ degrees Fahrenheit. Unlike other cleaning pads, Sage and Braker’s mat is designed uniquely to protect your gun and work surface while repairing and cleaning your firearms. For cleaning your mats/pads once in a while you can just use your old towels (or rugs), soap or detergent in water. Some of them can also be washed easily in your washing machine. Dan had enough. He set out to create the best gun cleaning mats the world has ever seen. TekMat was born.

I got the largest mat of 16″ by 36″ long which comes with a magnetic tray for easier storage of small gun parts. Overall this is a good mat but there are better options available in the market. So which is the best gun cleaning mat? This will also make sure that your gun works properly and that it has a longer lifespan. Using a gun cleaning mat will keep your guns looking their best for years to come. Final Thoughts

Characteristics Of A Good Gun Cleaning Mat

Overall this is probably the best gun cleaning mat that we could find specifically for the AR 15. The graphics are a nice touch, but what we really liked about it was it’s practical construction. No matter you want to clean your shotguns or rifles like AK 47, these mats with diagrams make the overall process super fast and convenient for you. DIY Gun Cleaning Mat: Should You Make One At Home?

Sage & Braker made this mat not just portable but also functional. It comes with four pouches, which will hold your brushes, oils, solvents, and sprays. It was designed to hold two bore cleaning kits and has space for your rags. I really don’t care whether the gun cleaning mat I am buying comes from a reputed brand or not, provided it’s made from sturdy leak-proof & non-absorbent material and offers me all that what I want in my mat.Whether you clean rifle or pistol is not the issue because all of these mats also come in pistol sizes, except for Philsky. I also did not take cost into account, they were relatively close to each other in terms of price. There are a lot of things that can earn a product a good review, and the same goes for a bad one. Is it practical? To calculate this, take a look at the size of your gun (whether it’s a small SIG P 365, M&P shield OR a large Remington 700, AR 15). If you’ve got several guns, consider getting a mat that fits your largest one. Convenient Carrying Case: The maintenance kit comes in a durable and portable carrying case, which makes it easy to store and transport. It's perfect for taking with you to the range or on hunting trips. There is one other problem with this mat that is easy to miss at first glance, it’s the screws underneath the parts tray. The screws are well made and will scratch soft surfaces such as wood or glass tables. And the easiest fix to these is tape to the screw ends permanently.