CRFSC Firearm Maintenance and Cleaning 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: How often should a restricted firearm be cleaned if it is stored but not used?
- Every 6 months (Correct answer)
- After every use only
- At least once a year
- Only when visibly dirty
Correct answer: Every 6 months
Restricted firearms in storage should be cleaned at least every six months to prevent corrosion and maintain reliability.
Question 2: Which solvent is commonly recommended for removing carbon fouling from a firearm barrel?
- Water and dish soap
- Bore solvent or gun cleaner (Correct answer)
- Motor oil
- Rubbing alcohol
Correct answer: Bore solvent or gun cleaner
Bore solvent is specifically formulated to dissolve carbon and copper fouling from the barrel's interior.
Question 3: What is the primary purpose of lubricating a firearm after cleaning?
- To improve accuracy
- To reduce friction and prevent corrosion on metal parts (Correct answer)
- To increase muzzle velocity
- To add weight for stability
Correct answer: To reduce friction and prevent corrosion on metal parts
Lubrication reduces wear on moving parts and creates a protective barrier against moisture-induced corrosion.
Question 4: Before cleaning a firearm, what is the mandatory first step?
- Remove the stock
- Ensure the firearm is unloaded and action is open (Correct answer)
- Apply solvent to the barrel
- Disassemble the trigger group
Correct answer: Ensure the firearm is unloaded and action is open
The firearm must always be confirmed unloaded with the action open before any maintenance begins to prevent accidental discharge.
Question 5: What tool is used to push a cleaning patch through a firearm barrel?
- Bore snake only
- Cleaning rod with patch holder (Correct answer)
- Wire brush alone
- Compressed air canister
Correct answer: Cleaning rod with patch holder
A cleaning rod fitted with a patch holder allows you to run solvent-soaked and dry patches through the bore to clean it.
Question 6: Why should excess oil be wiped off a firearm after lubrication?
- Oil attracts debris and can affect ammunition reliability (Correct answer)
- Oil makes the firearm look unprofessional
- Excess oil increases weight significantly
- Oil corrodes the finish over time
Correct answer: Oil attracts debris and can affect ammunition reliability
Excess oil attracts dirt and debris that can cause malfunctions, and oil in the chamber can affect primer ignition.
CRFSC Firearm Maintenance and Cleaning 1
How often should a restricted firearm be cleaned if it is stored but not used?