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Our gift guide is a little late this year, but hopefully you can find something from our recommendations! We have a list sourced from gun enthusiasts and outdoorsmen in our office so you know you're getting something that is on at least one person's list. Use this list as a starting point for ideas and gift something great for the holidays this year. Under $25 Most Useful: Slip 2000 Rookie Kit 
The ultimate starter kit for handgun enthusiasts. This kit is packed with essential tools for gun maintenance and care, making it a fantastic choice for those just starting their firearms journey. Keep your handgun in top shape while you explore the exciting world of shooting. Something Fun: Slip 2000 Use this shit on everything patch Who doesn't love a nice PVC patch? Shaped like our classic bottle and colored like Sriracha this makes it a great addition to your safe, bag, vest, or anywhere else velcro will stick. 
Amazon: Snap Caps 
Pistol owners, get in some safe dry fire practice! Snap caps are your best friend when it comes to improving your shooting skills and ensuring your firearm's reliable function. No more worries about damaging your gun; snap away and perfect your aim. 
For AR Owners: Magpul Pmag 
These magazines are the gold standard when it comes to reliability and durability. Swap out your old mags or just add some new ones and experience smooth and trouble-free shooting. 
No Rush: Sonic Defenders Earplugs  
These earplugs are a must-have for all shooters who value their hearing (everyone. probably.) Enjoy a noise-reduced shooting experience with these comfortable and effective earplugs. Keep them handy in your range bag for a quieter, more enjoyable time at the range. 
Shotgun Owners: Briley 36" Gun Sleeve 
Shotgun owners, say hello to your shotgun's new best friend. This 36" gun sleeve offers top-notch protection and style for your beloved firearm. Whether you're transporting it to the range or simply storing it, your shotgun deserves to be cozy and safe. 
For Hunters: Scent Eliminating Detergent 
We know some say it's a money grab, but why not play it safe when you're taking your time to go out on a hunt. There's no use in getting scented and scaring away the deer before your hunt even starts. Under $50 For Frequent Shooters: Slip 2000 Value Pack 
Are you shopping for a shooter who can't get enough range time? This value pack is your secret weapon. It's has a 4oz EWL Lubricant and a 16oz 725 cleaner. Two of our more popular items. Perfect for the range-goer that gets their guns DIRTY! 
For Hunters: Duck Decoys 
For duck hunters, make their hunting experience more effective with these lifelike duck decoys. They'll attract ducks to their hunting spot, hopefully making for a successful hunt. 
Shotgun Owners: Clay Thrower 
For the shotgun enthusiasts, take target practice to the next level with this clay thrower. Everyone loves shooting clays and the satisfaction after drawing a bead and breaking a clay is nearly unmatched. 
For AR Owners: Edgar Sherman Design Sling 
AR owners, this sling is your new best friend. It's designed for comfort and versatility, making it a must-have for those who value flexibility in their shooting setup. 
Buy In-Store: 5.11 Pistol Case 
Keep your beloved pistol safe and secure in this durable and practical pistol case. It's the ideal choice for pistol owners who want to protect their firearm while on the move. Whether you're heading to the range or traveling, your pistol deserves the best. 
For The Outdoor Range: .22 Cowbell Target 
Take plinking to a whole new level with these fun and reactive cowbell targets. Add MORE COWBELL to your shooting sessions while providing instant feedback on your accuracy. Get ready for some fun shooting. Something Extra For The Budget Shooter: .22lr AR15 Conversion BCG 
Is spending upwards of $0.50 per round shooting 5.56 or .223 keeping you from taking your AR to the range? This conversion bolt allows you to fire .22lr with nearly no changes other than swapping the BCG. For someone who has a stock charging handle: Radian Raptor 
Shopping for someone with an AR but they still have the Mil-Spec charging handle? The Radian Raptor is a great premium upgrade option that anyone would love. Quick Shipping Need something fast? Our products are available on Amazon or shipped with Prime shipping directly from our website! Gun Wipes: https://a.co/d/gsIlqwk 
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Guest Post by Tom Stilson via GunMag Warehouse Not all firearm lubricants are created equal. Anyone can add “high performance” or “extreme” to a name, but those terms bear little on actual performance. Ultimately, peer recommendations, reputation, and personal experience dictate the quality of firearm lubricants. Over 10 years ago, a close friend strongly recommended a gun lubricant he swore by. The lubricant? Slip 2000 EWL30. Since then, I’ve dabbled with lubricants from a variety of manufacturers. However, Slip 2000 remained my go-to firearm lubricant. To this day, if that firearm’s reliability determines whether I go home safely or save an innocent life, it gets Slip 2000. During my tenure at The MagLife blog, I’ve focused on evaluating products I already use or ones that interest me. The former motivated me to approach Slip 2000 recently, and luckily, the folks there were receptive to my long-winded diatribes about everything gun-related.   Slip 2000 isn’t a one-trick pony. They offer a complete array (not all pictured here) of gun care and maintenance products. [Photo: Tom Stilson] Slip 2000 provides a full course of gun care products for everyone, from the most casual to a professional operator. While discussing their products with them, I pitched the idea of conducting an “everyman torture test.” We’ve all seen videos of folks burning rifles and handguns down, with thousands of rounds, in a short period. However, if lucky, most folks might shoot that many rounds in a year. From that discussion, the Slip 2000 EWL30 “Hard Use Test” was born.   Slip 2000 EWL30 Slip 2000 Extreme Weapons Lubricant 30 (EWL30) is derived from Slip’s flagship Extreme Weapons Lubricant. The “30” represents the lubricant’s heavier, 30-weight viscosity. Ironically, I still have a little EWL30 left in the bottle my friend handed me over a decade ago. In testimony to the long-term stability of EWL30, this bottle’s contents still perform like they did the first time I used it. In addition, all Slip 2000 lubricants and cleaning products are non-hazardous and non-toxic (except for the Copper Cutter).   Despite being over 10 years old, this bottle of EWL30 still provides reliable lubrication for many of my gun parts. [Photo: Tom Stilson] Slip 2000 EWL30 is more than just a lubricant. In the simplest terms, EWL30 works as a cleaner, lubricant, and protectant (CLP). While we’ve all heard the “CLP” claim before, I’ll stand behind EWL30 as actually holding to it. Without repeating the technical data and details from Slip’s website, EWL30 excels on everything from range queens to heavy machine guns. At a minimum, I can personally attest to it working as advertised on everything from rimfire to semi-auto .50 BMG.   Before going off on a tangent, let’s delve into the EWL30 hard-use test. Without any spoilers, the test provided some insight into how well EWL30 works and reaffirmed why Slip 2000 continues to be my go-to. The Slip 2000 Hard Use Test For the vast majority of folks, over 1,000 rounds through a single firearm in a day borders on the extreme. However, it’s not unrealistic for a one-day rifle or pistol class to require 300 to 600 rounds. Having been a part of numerous single, and multi-day courses and range sessions, I wanted to see how Slip 2000 EWL30 performed when compared to another high-performance lubricant. I’ve seen and experienced a multitude of weapon failures over the years. Some were induced by the user, while others were ammo or equipment-related. When round counts get high between cleanings, failures are almost always attributable to a lubricant failure. Testing included 300 rounds of 55-grain PMC Bronze per lubricant. For the competitor lubricant, I chose one I had on hand: Hoppe’s Elite High-Performance Gun Oil. Hoppe’s is an established and respectable brand, so it fits the bill. Furthermore, Hoppe’s advertises an “exceptional coating technology” for long-lasting firearm protection. The goal of this test was to run the gun as dirty as possible. To meet that bar, I used a full-auto Colt M16 outfitted with a 10.5-inch direct gas impingement upper to increase the gas and carbon being directed into the receiver. For the cherry on top, I added a suppressor to ensure it ran as dirty as possible. After thousands of rounds previously through this gun on suppressed full auto, I knew it would be a gassy mess. Testing Protocol To compare these two lubricants without inducing unreasonable variables, the firearm, ammunition, and cleaning process remained the same. With any extended use, the AR-15’s upper receiver bears the brunt of carbon build-up. While I’m not equipped to conduct chemical analysis with detailed viscosity measurements before and after, I could make some objective observations of the bolt carrier group’s condition, as well as the overall remaining lubrication.   The tested bolt carrier and parts were soaked in Carbon Kill before and after each session. [Photo: Tom Stilson] Before testing and after shooting, the bolt carrier was cleaned by hand and soaked in Slip 2000’s Carbon Killer. Carbon Killer does a fantastic job of cutting through built-up carbon, leaving parts nearly spotless. I’ll echo Slip’s words of caution about Carbon Killer, though: Soaking parts in Carbon Killer for too long can strip protective coatings or paint from them. Be conservative and, ideally, don’t exceed 15 minutes.   Observations on the Range With the heat index reaching 100°F (the test was done in mid-August), most shooting was done from the shade. While a novel effort, it didn’t help much. Hoppe’s went first, with all 300 rounds fired in around 45 minutes. After three magazines, the heat seeping from the handguard and receiver was too much to handle and needed a cool down. Overall, the rifle needed three cool-down periods.   A steady stream of brass ejects from the M16 during a firing session. [Photo: Tom Stilson] The rifle cycled through magazines quickly and produced the carbon build-up and filth we sought. Ultimately, the rifle ran flawlessly with Hoppe’s. With one hot and dirty rifle, it was time to photograph how the lubricant held up. Then, clean the parts and re-lubricate with Slip 2000 EWL30 for another 300 rounds.   With the heat index still hovering around 100°F, it was time for round two. Once again, the rifle ran through all 300 rounds without a hiccup, but with one major difference. The rifle ran through ten magazines with one cool-down period, unlike the three with the other lubricant. This observation and difference took a minute to unpack. For one, the gas block and handguard remained uncomfortably hot in both strings of fire. However, the Slip 2000 EWL30 test felt less hot around the receiver and allowed us to shoot more per string of fire. Logically, this makes sense. Friction produces heat, and lubricants reduce friction. Better lubricants do a better job of preventing or reducing heat from moving parts. As a result, Slip 2000 EWL30 showed performance above the competitor for a more technical reason than anticipated. Parts and Lubricant Condition Earlier, I touched briefly on how EWL30 is a CLP but didn’t expound much on how it acts as one. It seems almost counterintuitive for a product to behave as a cleaner and lubricant. After all, most cleaners, if they work correctly, should remove lubricants. In this case, Slip 2000’s EWL30 improves and simplifies the cleaning process. Simply by providing extending lubrication and penetrating metal surfaces, EWL30 allows you to remove carbon from metal components easily. Thus, the cleaning process becomes much easier and less about soaking and scrubbing parts or chipping away at carbon build-up.   The Slip 2000 parts and bolt (bottom two panes) still felt lubricated, with noticeably less carbon build-up in a few areas. The Hoppe’s parts and bolt (top two panes) were dirtier, with a notable absence of lubricant in high-gas/temperature areas. [Photo: Tom Stilson] Once all 600 rounds went downrange, I was reaffirmed on the importance of two things: proper lubrication and using reputable lubricants. While the picture says quite a bit, the bolt carrier was noticeably dirtier and more difficult to clean with the other lubricant. While things cleaned up nicely (with a little carbon leftover) after a soak in Carbon Killer, it would have been a pain to scrub clean. Meanwhile, EWL30 came out a little “cleaner.” It’s not that EWL30 eliminates carbon. After all, it’s the same amount of carbon for the same number of rounds. Instead, EWL30 didn’t dry out and allowed carbon to excessively build up in areas like the firing pin.     The dirty EWL30 bolt carrier and parts, after a hand wipe down. The bolt still glistened from the EWL30’s penetration into the coating and metal. [Photo: Tom Stilson] The bolt carrier cleaned significantly easier with EWL30. While it still received a soak in Carbon Killer for good measure, the bolt carrier and its parts wiped down easily. In a testament to the “Protectant” part of EWL 30’s CLP properties, the bolt carrier still glistened lightly. Compared to a clean carrier, this characterized how EWL30 actually penetrates the metal surface, thereby providing a protective layer.   The Verdict on Slip 2000 EWL30 As mentioned earlier, I prefer covering products I already know I can stand behind. Slip 2000’s EWL30 was a no-brainer, and I openly embrace any suggestions of “bias.” Simply, I owe my life and the lives of others to Slip 2000 products. When the reliable operation of my firearms determined whether good people went home safely, EWL30 more than held up its end of the bargain. I’d love to do a higher round count to show differences between more lubricants, but that wasn’t the goal here. Rather, I wanted to conduct a realistic performance test of what to expect on an extended day at the range. While high round counts look cool, it’s better to show where and how to expect benefits from high-quality firearm lubricants during realistic use. While unsurprised by EWL30’s performance, it was interesting to compare this lubricant to another off-the-shelf brand. Both performed well, but EWL30 showed that it will provide noticeably superior protection and performance, even during routine operations. When conditions take a turn for the worse, EWL30 can definitely meet the demands.

In this blog, we’ll break down the top five gun lubricants of 2024—Hoppe’s No. 9, Break Free CLP, Lucas Extreme Duty Gun Oil, Ballistol, and Slip 2000—so you can make an informed decision.

There are a lot of reasons why you might want to disassemble your OEM Glock magazine. Regardless if you want to install a magazine extender, extended grip, or just need to clean your mag. This guide will show you 4 different ways to disassemble your magazine. The main challenge with taking apart OEM Glock mags is getting around the retaining ears or tabs that prevent the baseplate from sliding off the magazine and trying not to damage or wear them down in the removal process. Damage to these ears and to your magazine tube is very common so be careful when removing your baseplate. MagCamWizard™: The MagCamWizard™ applies controlled pressure to the magazine tube, allowing for easy baseplate removal without risking damage to the retaining ears, magazine tube, or baseplate. It's easy to use and efficient.Steps:1. Insert the magazine into the MagCamWizard™ (MCW) so that the baseplate sits flush against the device2. Press to disengage interior spring plate to from the baseplate by inserting the displacement tool into the hole in the baseplate. With +2 magazines, push this plate into the tube of the magazine, about 1 inch.3. Clip down the arms of the MCW so they are flush against the device while the spring plate fully disengaged.4. Slide the baseplate halfway off with the displacement tool still inserted.5. Remove the disassembly tool and finish sliding the baseplate off. Be sure to maintain control of the magazine spring when removing the plate. Forced Plate Removal:  This method is the most difficult but requires next to no tools. It can cause damage to the retaining ears and the baseplate. The damage caused from this can make the baseplate slide freely when not under tension, leading to potential failures. All you need is a punch or screwdriver and a little effort. Steps:1. Press the spring plate into the magazine tube.2. place the magazine on the edge of a table with the baseplate hanging off the surface. 3. Push down hard until the baseplate starts to slide off (retaining ears may be damaged during this step)4. Remove your punch or screwdriver and finish sliding the plate off. (Be sure to maintain control of the magazine spring when sliding the baseplate off) C-Clamp Method:This method uses a C-clamp to apply pressure to the sides of the magazine tube, compressing the retaining ears and allowing for easier baseplate removal. While this method can work, it risks damaging the magazine's polymer casing and metal structure. Steps:1. Press the spring plate into the magazine tube2. Place the C-clamp on the magazine tube just above the baseplate and centered on the magazine.3. Tighten the C-clamp to compress the retaining ears. Be careful to not over-tighten, as this can crack the magazine tube.4. Begin sliding off the baseplate, sometimes getting it to slide over the retaining ears can take some effort.5. Remove the tool used to press in the spring plate, and finish sliding the plate off. (Be sure to maintain control of the magazine spring)6. Remove the C-clamp. Vice Grips Method:This relies on applying pressure to the magazine tube using vice grips or channel locks. While it can be effective in disassembling the magazine, it is very easy to damage the outside of the magazine tube because the teeth will bite into the plastic when clamping.Steps:1. Press the spring plate into the magazine tube2. Adjust your vice grip to just smaller than your magazine tube3. Clamp your vice grip onto the magazine tube or hold the channel locks to apply pressure just above the retaining ears. This will likely leave teeth marks on your magazine tube.4. Begin sliding off the baseplate, sometimes getting it to slide over the retaining ears can take some effort.5. Remove the tool used to press in the spring plate, and finish sliding the plate off. (Be sure to maintain control of the magazine spring)6. Remove the vice grip. There are a lot of different methods and tools for removing OEM Glock magazine baseplates. While some methods like using C-clamps or vice grips may work, they pose risks of damage and require time and attention. On the other hand, solutions like the MagCamWizard offer a safe, easier, and foolproof way to remove the baseplate without damage to the magazine.

In the past, we have seen many lubricant comparisons that test the many uses and features of different gun oils and lubricants from corrosion inhibiting properties, metal falex, heat testing, freeze testing, dust attraction, etc. Nearly all of these tests apply a lubricant to a sheet of metal or in a plastic cup and rarely to an actual firearm that is being fired. This comparison is a real world test for our lubricant, showcasing its features in an actual firearm, where our lubricants perform better than any other on the market. In our opinion, products should be tested in their real world application. In a practical examination of firearm lubricants, Delta Alpha Bravo conducted a thoughtful test, comparing the performance of Slip 2000 EWL and Hoppes No.9. The challenge was to fire 500 rounds through a Steyr M9 with Hoppes and a Sig P365 with EWL, with both lubricants evenly applied beforehand. Hoppes faced early challenges with the Steyr M9. After a few hundred rounds, the barrel dried up, emitting noticeable smoke – indicative of Hoppes burning rapidly. Its lubricating properties further dwindled during the demanding 500-round test. On the EWL side, the Sig P365 faced the heat, reaching a scorching 300 degrees after 48 rounds. As expected, EWL did not burn off the barrel, showcasing it's heat resistance and continuing to provide a smooth action. Through the entire 500-round test, EWL outlasted and outperformed Hoppes. In the cleaning phase, Hoppes No.9 showed its limitations. The post-firing residue was hard and sticky, requiring more patches for a suboptimal clean. In contrast, EWL cleaned effectively and effortlessly removing carbon and powder fouling with fewer patches for a thorough clean. In conclusion, while Hoppes No.9 may serve in a pinch, the clear winner of this practical lubricant test is Slip 2000 EWL. The results highlight that not all lubricants are created equal. When prioritizing optimal firearm performance and longevity, Slip 2000 EWL emerges as the superior choice. In the realm of gun lubricants, Slip 2000 EWL offers reliable performance, ensuring firearms operate efficiently even under demanding conditions.

2023 Christmas Gift Guide Under $25 Slip 2000 Rookie Kit The ultimate starter kit for handgun enthusiasts. This kit is packed with essential tools for gun maintenance and care, making it a fantastic choice for those just starting their firearms journey. Keep your handgun in top shape while you explore the exciting world of shooting. Under $50 For Frequent Shooters: Slip 2000 Value Pack Are you shopping for a shooter who can't get enough range time? This value pack is your secret weapon. It's has a 4oz EWL Lubricant and a 16oz 725 cleaner. Two of our more popular items. Perfect for the range-goer that gets their guns DIRTY! Prefer to shop on Amazon? Our products are available on Amazon with free and fast prime shipping! Gun Wipes: https://a.co/d/gsIlqwkGun Lube Buddy Pack: https://a.co/d/25qLsYVEWL Buddy Pack: https://a.co/d/fzmZinpGun Lube 4oz: https://a.co/d/jehDjBcEWL 4oz: https://a.co/d/amh4a6J725 Gun Cleaner 16oz: https://a.co/d/78k50zs

Properly cleaning your firearm's bore is essential for its optimal performance and longevity. Discover the convenience and effectiveness of Slip 2000's Foaming Bore Cleaner, designed to provide a safe and efficient solution for maintaining a clean bore. In this blog post, we'll explore the features and benefits of this innovative product, ensuring that your firearm receives the care it deserves. Deep Cleaning Power: Slip 2000's Foaming Bore Cleaner utilizes the renowned 725 Gun Cleaner as its foundation, ensuring a powerful cleaning action that targets powder residue and carbon buildup. This specialized formula penetrates all surfaces of the bore, effectively breaking down fouling and contaminants for thorough cleaning. Simple and Convenient Application: Cleaning your firearm's bore has never been easier. Just apply Slip 2000's Foaming Bore Cleaner to the bore through the breech, and allow it to sit for approximately 15 minutes. During this time, the foaming cleaner works its magic, loosening and dissolving stubborn fouling. Once the cleaning process is complete, a simple wipe with a patch or a quick rinse is all it takes to remove the dissolved contaminants. After relubrication to treat the metal your bore should be flawless. Enjoy the simplicity and convenience of maintaining a clean bore. Superior Results: Slip 2000's Foaming Bore Cleaner delivers exceptional results, leaving your firearm's bore clean and ready for peak performance. By effectively removing powder residue and carbon buildup, it helps restore accuracy and reliability to your firearm, ensuring a smoother shooting experience. Maintaining a clean bore is essential for firearm performance, and Slip 2000's Foaming Bore Cleaner provides an effective and hassle-free solution. Experience the ease and efficiency of this innovative cleaning product, and elevate your shooting experience to new heights.

Slip 2000 vs The Competition Some shooters want the best lubricant for their firearm. Some want the cheapest CLP on the market. Others want the safest products for their guns. In this article we will break down the features of a few popular lubricants and our experience with them.   Slip 2000 Slip 2000 lubricants are 100% synthetic, non-toxic, odorless, non-flammable, and free of PTFE. These lubricants contain no petroleum distillates and our Gun Lube has been independently tested for the MIL-PRF-63460D REV E Mil-Spec. Slip 2000 checks all our boxes when it comes to a great gun lubricant.   Breakfree CLP The only other lubricant on our list that has a documented mil-spec certification. Unfortunately this product Has PTFE, Petroleum distillates, and is not odorless. The odor of this CLP is quite strong which makes it uncomfortable to use in any enclosed space. The fumes are also harmful to your health, and it is flammable. Combining these qualities with a general mediocre lubrication and cleaning experience it scores a 1/7 on our chart. Rem-Oil Rem-Oil is a popular and affordable lubricant touted as "Superior cleaning, lubrication and corrosion protection." This product contains PTFE and petroleum distillates which are both known to have harmful effects on the body when inhaled. Since this product does not seem to have mil-spec testing it scores a 0/7 on our chart. Shooter Lube Shooter Lube has been the new hyped lubricant and cleaner. They are a 2-step system with a solvent cleaner and a 100% synthetic lubricant. Shooter Lube contains no PTFE or petroleum distillates. They claim to be non-toxic, non-staining, low-odor, and biodegradable. We can attest to the low odor portion of their formula, although we did notice that over time (months) the odor did get stronger and more unpleasant. The product smelled like the lubricant was going rancid, which makes us question if this is truly a 100% synthetic formula. Shooter Lube does not provide any SDS documentation nor did they respond when requested documentation. Shooter lube scored a hesitant 2/7 as they make many unverified claims. Breakthrough Clean Breakthrough Clean was our highest scoring lubricant at 4.5/7. With documented claims of being 100% synthetic, low-odor, non-toxic, non-flammable, no petroleum distillates, and no PTFE in their lubricant. These features are confirmed in their SDS sheet which gives it a score of 5/7. Hoppes Hoppes has been around for about 100 years. It has petroleum distillates, is flammable, has a strong odor, and is not mil-spec. It is very affordable though, giving it a score of 1/7 on our chart.

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The week before the 2018 World Speed Shooting Championships I put 6000 rounds through my pistol without any issues. I shot 1000 rounds a day and simply added a little EWL to my gun at the end of each day. At the end of the week I wiped my gun clean with a paper towel and a little Slip 2000 EWL. Yes, my gun was treated with Slip 2000 EWL before shooting, but that is actually the point. In the photos below you can see how, even after 6000 rounds, the carbon and grime is still wet, making it easier to clean. Then you begin to see why Slip 2000 is different. If you would like to try this your self here is the simple process I follow when cleaning and lubricating my firearms with Slip 2000. This process begins when I acquire a new, or used gun.  I begin by stripping all of the oils and lubricants out of the metal with Slip 2000 725 Gun Cleaner / Degreaser. Next, I liberally apply Extreme Weapons Lube, or Extreme Weapons Grease to all metal parts of the gun (excluding areas that should not be lubricated such as firing pin or striker channels).  EWL will provide a barrier between the metal surfaces of the gun and the carbon and other debris that accumulates during the firing process. This makes the entire cleaning process much easier, and in most cases, the gun simply wipes clean with a paper towel. When cleaning one of my guns that has already been treated with Slip 2000, the process is much quicker. I only use EWL to clean my gun (see photos below) when it had 6000 rounds through it. Again, it was teated with Slip 2000 prior to shooting. To clean it I start by wiping the interior of the slide clean with a paper towel or rag. If there are any stubborn areas that do not wipe clean, I use a nylon brush and a few drops of EWL to scrub the part. I prefer to use EWL when cleaning rather than a degreaser, so I am not stripping the EWL out of the metals that I initially used to treat the firearm. Once all of the easy to reach surfaces of the slide have been cleaned, I use a cotton swab to get into all of the hard to reach areas. Once the slide has been cleaned, I reapply a coat of EWL to the metal using my finger, or a cotton swab. To clean the barrel of my guns, I start by dropping a few drops of EWL down the barrel. I follow that with a brass brush, and a barrel swab. Once the bore is clean, I wipe down the exterior of the barrel, and reapply a coat of EWL. After the barrel has been cleaned and lubricated, the gun is now ready to be put back together. Maintaining a constant film of EWL keeps the gun lubricated, and protected. It will also make future cleanings a breeze. More shooting, less cleaning. This is why I love Slip 2000 EWL. Anthony Spinelli Competition Speed Shooter  

    The Ithaca Model 37 was one of the most popular pump action shotguns in the United States for a long time. And as a result the gun has a lot of history behind it. The longest production run of any pump action shotgun is just the start. It has served in many wars, and was popular with the police too. So it’s no coincidence that many of these guns have a good story that goes along with them. This one in particular, belonged to my grandpa. My grandfather bought this shotgun to help at work 70 years ago. He worked on a rice farm, and ducks would eat the newly planted rice. Because of this, it was common practice to fire a gun over the water to scare them away. My grandpa Carl got his hands on this gun for just that purpose. Only, there is a strange part to this story that you may not expect. When he bought this gun, he was only twelve years old. That’s right twelve. This doesn’t sound like all that big of a deal, plenty of parents have gotten their kids guns, but the details are what make this… interesting. He not only bought it when he was twelve, but he did this alone, with no ID. Wow, times have really changed haven’t they? Just wait it gets better. He actually walked across the street after school to pick the gun up, then walked back to the school with the gun and ammo. Then he proceeded to ride the school bus back home with the gun… Nobody batted an eye. Today they would call the cops! Getting a new gun sure isn’t that easy anymore. So, the gun has been in my family ever since, and it has certainly served us well. To be honest, I have no earthly idea how many shells this gun has seen, but it still keeps firing true. That’s the thing about pump action shotguns, they just keep working, and this one is no exception. Taking that in mind, this gun gets passed between quite a few people on a regular basis, and that means it’s cleaning schedule isn’t exactly normal. Actually, I don’t even know how many rounds it had through it before this, other than it was over a thousand. Needless to say it was past due. When I first took the adjustable choke off I could see just how bad it was. Caked on carbon had filled the gaps in the choke to the point where there weren’t any gaps to speak of. And that was just the beginning, after taking off the stock, I could see the carbon on the back of the trigger group and bolt making a fine black coating. Which meant there was even more inside.The trigger was stubborn to remove which was not surprising considering how it looked when it came out.The bolt was a mess other than the face, which I am sure was sprayed down at some point because the gun was having trouble extracting. The entire receiver was a filthy mess. Everything was covered in black sludge. So I got to work, using nothing more than Slip 2000 725 degreaser. It was simple enough, spray the parts down, give them a light rub with some cotton swabs (a little scrubbing where it was really on there) and then rinse with warm water. I was amazed at just how effective it was. It ripped off everything. Bare steel was all that was left after I was done. It got the trigger group cleaner than I thought was possible at this point. The bolt was easier to clean than I would have believed. Seriously they should call this stuff elbow grease, because it does all the work for you. I even saved the choke for last thinking “There’s no way it can get all that out of there easy, but boy was I wrong. A light spray and sawing a cloth patch through it made it look brand new again. I’ve never been more impressed with a cleaner.   The only thing left to do was wipe everything down with Slip 2000’s Gun Lube and put it back together. Everything went back together easier than it came apart, every piece was smooth. And when it was all back in place, I was amazed. Not only did the gun look 30 years younger, but it was the smoothest action I had ever felt on any shotgun. I know it’s almost pointless to say it now, but I’m hooked. This stuff really works, and it doesn’t have any harsh fumes or toxic chemicals in it. What more could you ask for? In hindsight, I wish I had done this sooner. Not just because this gun really needed to be cleaned, but because if I had known how well 725 worked, I wouldn’t have been putting it off in the first place. But the most rewarding part about this whole thing for me, is knowing that this gun is going to keep on working for a long time. And with Slip 2000’s products, I know it will still be around for my grandchildren. Best regards, Robert Sullivan