These rules vary to the individual, and many people have opinions that may differ regarding gun treatment. However here are some basic tips, that may be useful to anyone :

1. First of all, you’ll need the appropriate tools for the job. The basic ones are clearing rod with appropriate length, patches, gun oil and a hard toothbrush. The parameters of these tool may differ from gun to gun.
2. Secondly, the cleaning has to be in a well ventilated place – like a garage, with it’s door open. This is due to the vapors from the gunpowder, that sometimes can be toxic when exposed to for a prolonged period of time.
3. Next is the safety of the procedure – unload the gun, so you don’t shoot yourself in the foot or something, and read the manual (or ask some professionals, like domestic cleaners London) on how to disassemble the gun, prior to the cleaning.

From here on in its pretty simple – check the parts for rust, blockages, especially the barrel, any structural abnormalities, then begin with removing of any unwanted stain. Keep an eye out for any damage that the gun may have received during the use – this is more important then cleaning it. If there is a fracture, even a slight one, the gun should be checked at a store, and the part – replaced if possible. With the forces that are involved in the shooting a small fracture or a scratch may lead to some very nasty things. Again, if you are not sure what to do best is to ask for some help from a professional like the domestic cleaners London.

To avoid any damage to the shotgun or simply to avoid cleaning it much too often, store it in a safe, closed storage.