Keep Your Airgun in Peak Condition

Owning an airgun brings great joy – the feeling of a smooth, accurate shot, the power and excitement of firing, and the satisfaction of success during target practice or small game hunting. However, like any valued possession, proper care is required to keep your airgun performing at its best. 

Why Proper Airgun Care Matters

Airguns depend on precise mechanics and quality craftsmanship to operate accurately. Over time, general wear and tear, exposure to moisture, dust, tiny deposits left by pellets, and rust can degrade performance. A clean, lubricated, and protected airgun will provide years of consistent, high-quality shooting. 

Regular Care Keeps Airguns in Top Shape

Barrel

The barrel is the most crucial component of an airgun to keep clean. Firing pellets leads to the accumulation of lead, copper, and carbon deposits. However, these can be effectively removed using a felt pellet combined with an oil-based airgun barrel cleaner. For more stubborn buildup, solvent-soaked pellets can be used. 

Breech and Channels

The barrel breech, pellet loading channel, and exposed mechanisms collect firing residue, dust, and corrosion when moisture condenses inside the gun. Use a degreasing spray and a soft brush and cloth to remove grime monthly. Additionally, cotton buds can reach tight spaces.

Stock

The firing mechanism and barrel’s wooden or synthetic stock should be polished and sealed annually. Metal parts can be buffed to shine.

Storage

Use a gun slip or foam- or cloth-lined hard case to prevent scratches and dust. Keep the airgun dry and out of direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.

Lubricants Keep Airguns Running Smoothly

Airguns require lubrication of all moving components and seals to prevent wear, jams, loss of power, and inaccuracy. After cleaning, a drop or two of airgun oil on pivot points, springs, pistons, triggers, and barrel hinges keeps the firing sequence smooth.

Protect Metal Surfaces From Rust and Corrosion

Unprotected metal parts like barrels, breech faces, triggers, screws, and sights will eventually show signs of corrosion from fingerprints, moisture, salts, and environmental chemicals. A preventative spray wax coats surfaces to resist rust and tarnish between regular cleanings. For guns used in damp or salty air conditions, apply an anti-rust protectant that displaces moisture.

Quality Airgun Care Products From Top Brands

By using quality tools and products like those listed above and practising consistent cleaning and preventative maintenance, your high performance airgun will deliver decades of shooting enjoyment.

Airgun Home Delivery

Here at The Wolfman, we are proud in offering Free Delivery on all air guns to mainland England and Wales. All orders placed before 5pm on Tuesday will be fulfilled that weekend. Almost all deliveries will take place on Saturday or Sunday. Please note we do not deliver to Scotland, Northern Ireland or offshore locations.

All deliveries within the UK must happen face-to-face. The person who orders the item, must be the same person to receive the item when we deliver it. They must also provide a valid Photo ID – we will only accept a Driving Licence or Passport. You must be over 18 to purchase any air gun or ammunition.

RFD Delivery

We offer RFD delivery as an alternative to our normal Airgun Home Delivery service. With our comprehensive network of RFD’s located throughout England, Scotland and Wales, we can deliver your gun to them, allowing you to collect at your convenience.

As this is a service provided as a favour from your local gun shop, they charge a booking in and collection fee for handover, normally £25, payable on collection of your gun.

For any customers in Scotland, please ensure you have your Airgun permit prior to purchasing.

Every account that is registered with us will immediately begin to gain points.

You will receive one point for every £1 spent. No matter how many you have saved, you can use these at any time and for any order value