So ive been trying to put together a good military field cleaning kit. Something that can sustain maintenance needs for an extended time out in the field(training or in country) or in a highly mobile bug out situation. Light weight and easily packable.
I know that I can keep my rifle running off of basically just wiping off the carrier and bolt and keeping it lubed. In my experience that's not always a long term solution. Shit gets nasty and for peace of mind id like the ability to tear down and really get in there.
This is an alternative to something like the otis cleaning kit which ive found to be lacking things.
Because this (below) happens Id like to be prepared
I'm thinking one weapon system right now, My go to AR.
I figure I can always add small parts for additional weapons as I go or the need arises.
So far what I got for this project is:
Basic GI butt stock kit
-Cleaning rods
-AP brush
-Eyelet
-Chamber brush
-Bore brush
What ive added so far
-Chamber swab
-Boresnake
-decent patches
-lightly oiled rag
-1inch paintbrush(my dog tactically acquired that so in the process of
replacement)
Now where my thought process is, is in long term sustainability.
Obviously what im missing is Lube. I was thinking a weapon properly treated with froglube is sustainable for a while with liquid froglube.
But since it reacts with other lubes, In a bugout situation or extended time out. After ive depleted my resources maybe its smarter to go with something more conventional? Comments?
Contemplating a Dental pik, Id be pissed if I left it out and really wanted it someday, but cant really justify its need.
Lastly what im looking for is a good case for it all. something completely seal-able, small, MOLLE a plus, stuff-able, durable, and appropriate.
One thing I dont like about the otis is that its a bitch to shove in the front of an assault pack with is unforgiving round shape and the molle tethering is so short Ive had one unwork its self and that's unquestionably a waste.
So basically Im wondering what some of you have for situations like this. What am I missing... what should I ditch?
Also maybe some small appropriate tools you would consider packing away? I have my leatherman on hand but that doesn't really do everything I may need?
I'm a very visual learner so any pics of what some of you guys have would be greatly appreciated. That and who doesn't love pics?
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