There are different ways to build a gun vise and different types of woods. The main type of wood used to build a gun vise is hardwood. Make sure that the vise built can hold the gun securely for cleaning. If the vise has leather padding it can protect all contact points from damage. Also putting non-skid feet on the bottom of the vise can protect it from scratching the surface it sits on. Gun
. vises are used to hold the gun securely while it is being cleaned and maintained. It helps to create an organized workplace, and greatly helps make gun cleaning easier and faster. It is a very useful thing to have if one is going to service and maintain guns.The first step in maintaining a gun is to open it up and inspect the chamber, and remove any ammunition that may still be in the chamber. To prevent wear and tear on the gun it is important to clean out the barrel of the gun. Using a cleaning rod, after inserting it and pulling the rod out of the barrel, the rod will contain a lot of the debris in the barrel. Be sure to discard this rod or the cleaning cloth you are using as reusing the cloth will redeposit the debris in the barrel of the gun. The action and the frame of the gun will require periodic cleaning and maintenance as well, use a clean cloth or a tooth brush for this job. A silicone cloth should be used to wipe down the outside of the gun to prevent rust or corrosion. If the gun is being stored in a humid area, it is a good idea to wipe it down periodically to prevent corrosion or rusting of the gun components. If more details on how to properly clean a gun is requested, the following link can be checked for help: (http://www.handgundefense.com/maintenance.htm) More reference links: http://www.handgundefense.com/maintenance.htm http://www.hoppes.com/GuidetoGunCare.pdf
