MOST of us want to keep our guns in tip-top condition, ensuring they work properly when needed as well as safeguarding their value. Many general purpose tools, especially screwdrivers, are unsuitable for use on firearms and can actually damage them.
The common household screwdriver, for example, features a blade that is tapered in a V shape, whereas the screw heads on firearms are straight-sided, meaning that if the screw is at all tight, the household screwdriver will likely slip and damage either the screw head or the finish on the gun — maybe both.
That’s why it’s worth investing in quality, specialised gun tools for your maintenance program. You don’t need many and the price is small compared to the cost of our guns, plus it is an excuse to…
