Is Your Gun RUINED After A Flood?

In this episode of For the Love of Guns, we sit down with Rod from Aegis Gun Care to discuss the essential aspects of gun maintenance, particularly in challenging environments. Whether you’re dealing with rust from harsh weather, long-term storage issues, or extreme cold, Rod shares invaluable tips and insights for keeping your firearms in top condition. Rod also reveals some impressive freeze tests that highlight the effectiveness of Aegis Gun Care products.

Guest:

• Rod, Aegis Gun Care aegisguncare.com

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Topics Covered:

1. Floodwaters and Firearms – The dangers of floodwater to guns and how dirt and muck can infiltrate every nook of your firearm. 2. Introduction to Aegis Gun Care – Learn about Rod’s company, Aegis Gun Care, their gun cleaning products, and how they tackle extreme conditions like freezing temperatures. 3. Freeze Testing in Extreme Cold – Rod shares how Aegis Gun Care products outperform competitors, staying liquid at temperatures as low as -38°F. The team even conducted official lab freeze tests that went down to -60°F. 4. Gun Storage Solutions – The importance of properly storing firearms, particularly for hunters and collectors, and how Aegis Gun Care products can help prevent rust during long-term storage. 5. Ultrasonic Gun Cleaning – Discussion on how ultrasonic cleaners can thoroughly clean firearms, especially after exposure to floodwaters. Rod shares stories of restoring guns after natural disasters like Hurricane Harvey. 6. Best Practices for Protecting Firearms – Rod provides practical tips for using lubricants to safeguard guns from moisture and rust, especially during adverse weather events like hurricanes. 7. Preserving Historical Firearms – Rod and the host discuss how to protect and maintain antique guns without compromising their historical value.

Notable Quotes:

• “Floodwaters bring in all kinds of muck and debris, and you never know what’s in there.” • “Our product was still liquid at -38°F when others had started to solidify.”

Key Takeaways:

• Protect Your Firearms: Always keep your guns properly lubricated, especially before long-term storage or if you live in high-humidity environments. • Aegis Gun Care’s Edge: Their gun care products are designed to withstand extreme cold and displace moisture more effectively than petroleum-based competitors. • Act Fast After Water Exposure: If your firearm is submerged in floodwater, it’s crucial to dry it off immediately and thoroughly clean it with appropriate tools or professional help.