Otis provides zombie hunters all they need to keep their firearms in good working order with the Zombie Gun Cleaning System. Visit www.shootingindustry.com/otis. lot of oils because of the dust in our dry climate. We recommend that everyone use products that lubricate while dry, whether it’s for concealed carry or storage.” Michael Boone, owner of Lincoln Arms, a smaller shop in historic Bardstown, Ky., serves a diverse clientele that includes both local and Internet consumers. Lincoln Arms is a Class 3 dealer, as is Bear Arms. “We have long-range shooters, and we have your typical hunter. With hunting, we have a lot of diversity in game in our area. We have a lot of hardcore duck hunters, and they are probably the hardest on their guns,” Boone said. What best tackles those difficult cleaning jobs? Play To Your Locale And Clientele “One of the brands we sell the most is Bull Frog. There are a lot of older guns around this area that will flash-rust very easily. I see that on trade-in guns. Bull Frog has a rust remover. It’s a really good product,” Boone said. Boone also touts Bull Frog’s moistureresistant storage cases that are guaranteed to keep moisture and corrosives out for up to two years. Boone’s advice is to have an extra layer of protection for an older gun that’s an irreplaceable family heirloom — and he has some of those from his grandfather. “Break-Free also makes a product that is really good. They have some long-term storage products that meet mil-specs for up to five years,” Boone added. Although his shop also does business via the Internet, Boone likes to “discover” his loyal customers through localized personal service. “We have a lot of customers with AR15s, both for home defense and recreation. If you shoot them a lot, you get carbon buildup. The functionality of the gun decreases if you don’t take care of it,” Boone said. “You want a product that is going to clean the carbon fouling, and get to the areas the debris and the buildup go into.” Having customers who hunt in varying weather and en- New for 2012, Outers’ 32- and 62-piece Universal Gun Cleaning Kits include the necessary components to service all firearms. Visit www.shootingindustry.com/outers. www.shootingindustry.com JULY 2012 51
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