Tools For Cleaning the AR-15 Rifle

Tools for Cleaning the AR-15

Cleaning the AR-15 rifle is easy when you have the right tools. The above image shows a couple tools that we consider to be essential for cleaning the AR-15 rifle; The CTK Precision P3 Ultimate Gun Vise and a J Dewey AR-15 Cleaning Kit with 36″ Cleaning Rod (only the cleaning rod is shown).

The rifle shown is the Windham Weaponry SRC, which we recently equipped with Samson Quick Flip Front and Rear Sights.

CTK Precision P3 Ultimate Gun Vise:

  • Construction: Heavy-duty steel construction.
  • Finish: Durable E-coat finish inside and out.
  • Length: 25”
  • Width: 18”
  • Weight: 8.69 lbs
  • Three point leveling system and thumb locks ensure stability.
  • Rear Vise adjusts to accommodate both rifles and pistols.
  • Front Y Rest adjusts vertically to fit all firearms.
  • Closed cell PVC foam on Rear Vise and Front Y Rest is solvent safe, durable and protects firearms.
  • Protective rubber feet won’t harm work surface.
  • Optional Attachments:
    • Shooting Rest Attachment: Converts the Gun Vise to a Shooting Rest in seconds.
    • Pistol Post Add-On: Great for laser grip pistols and short barrel revolvers.
  • Perfect for gun maintenance, gun cleaning, and boresighting.
  • Convenient hook for holding cleaning rod.
  • Made in the USA!
  • More Info: CTK Precision

J Dewey Complete AR-15 Cleaning Kit – 36 Inch Rod:

  • 22c-36 – A 36 Inch Nylon Coated Rod
  • 22J Brass Pointed Jag
  • SMBA Brush Adaper
  • M16B Breech Rod Guide
  • B22 Bore Brush
  • P-171 Cotton Flannel Patches
  • ARL Link Cleaning Pin
  • L-16 Chamber Cleaning Kit
  • Packaged in Clear Plastic Rod Tube
  • More Info: J Dewey Rods

Windham Weaponry SRC (Sight Ready Carbine) Specs:

  • Model: R16M4FTT “SRC”
  • Weight: 6.30 lbs (without magazine)
  • Length Overall: 36.125” (32.375” with Telestock collapsed)
  • Model: R16M4FTT
  • Caliber: .223 Rem. / 5.56mm NATO
  • Type: Rifle
  • Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System
  • Capacity: 30 + 1- Ships with one 30 Round Magazine (accepts all std. sizes)
  • Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver
  • Receiver: M4A4 Type Flat Top Upper Receiver
  • Receiver Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard
  • Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish
  • Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel
  • Barrel: 16” M4 Profile, Chrome Lined with A2 Flash Suppressor
  • Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel w. M4 Feed Ramps
  • Rifling: 1 Turn in 9” – Right Hand Twist
  • Stock: 6 Position Telescoping Buttstock with Windham Weaponry Logo
  • Forend / Pistol Grip: M4 Double Heat Shield Handguards / A2 Black Plastic Grip
  • Rear Sight: None – Ready for optics or other type accessory sights
  • Front Sight: None – Picatinny Rail Gas Block – Ready for accessory sights
  • Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual
  • More Info: Windham Weaponry

Samson Quick Flip Front & Rear Sight Package:

  • SKU: QF-HK-A2-PKG
  • Material: 6061 Aluminum
  • Quick Flip Spring Deploy
  • Front Sight: HK Halo
  • Rear Sight: A2 Dual Aperture
  • Front Sight Weight: 1.31 oz
  • Rear Sight Weight: 1.55 oz
  • More Info: Samson Manufacturing