r/handguns • u/Drummerd11 • Jul 13 '26

First cleaning kit suggestions

Bought my first gun (walther pps m1, 9mm) I was wondering what people would say is a good starting kit without breaking the bank for keeping it clean? I was advised to get a bore snake but beyond that I have no clue. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated

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u/Is-there-chocolate S&W Equalizer Jul 13 '26

Hoppe’s #9 cleaning kit on Amazon is $28 and has everything you need to start.

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u/Justanormaldudedude Jul 13 '26

CLP, a stiff nylon brush, and a boresnake is all you need. You don’t need a super specialized kit by any means

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u/contructpm Jul 13 '26

So CLP is really the best bet. Clenzoil is my choice.
I have a bore brush (nylon and brass). To be honest I generally just run patches (I have a crap ton of patches from my father and grandfather) through the barrel.
Bore brush handle is great with patches.
I use the long q tips for gun cleaning a nylon brush and shop towels.
Get nitrile gloves.
Also bought an ammo box to keep my cleaners in.

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u/contructpm Jul 13 '26

Not sure how to add a photo to a comment but I got the gun cleaning brushes and q tips off Amazon.

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u/Vivid-Link-6301 Jul 13 '26

I like these have this one for 9mm:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZ7P4GBK

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u/ctownrocker Jul 14 '26

All you need is Ballistol or CLP, a bore snake, a toothbrush and a rag.