Are you the proud owner of a CAA MCK? Good - these micro conversion kits are some of the most revolutionary shooting accessories in the entire industry.
Requiring no modifications, either temporary or permanent, to the handguns with which they are compatible, they represent a true, drop-in solution whereby you can vastly improve handling and accuracy, in some instances out past 100 yards.
But, like the handgun itself, your micro conversion kit will need periodic cleaning and maintenance. Here are some best practices to keep your MCK running smoothly.
Cleaning the Exterior of the MCK
Cleaning the exterior of your micro conversion kit is fairly straightforward. This will remove any fouling along with any dirt, dust, or other detritus that managed to get on the outside of the MCK.
Command Arms Accessories (CAA), recommends cleaning your MCK’s exterior after every 300 rounds. We’re on board with that, but also think you should clean it after every 6 months regardless of how many rounds you put through it.
The good news is to clean your micro conversion kit you don’t really need any special tools. To remove most instances of fouling, grime, or oil, all you’ll need are a microfiber towel or a toothbrush and some warm water and soap.
You shouldn’t need any harsh solvents here as this is a chassis and not part of the actual firearm. Just use light pressure and the microfiber or toothbrush to clean the exterior as needed.
If you want, you can use a nylon gun brush to dislodge more stubborn deposits, but that may not be necessary.
One area of the MCK’s exterior that might need a little more attention is the area around the vents where there might be a larger accumulation of fouling. Clean this area and make sure it is clear.
A special note from CAA is not to use inked or dyed paper towels as they will leave residue on the MCK. Our recommendation is not to use paper towels at all as they will shed lint as you clean.
Also, don’t use steel wool or other harsh abrasives as the MCK is made of comparatively soft polymer and these will scratch the finish.
Cleaning the Interior of the Micro Conversion Kit
Once you’ve cleaned the exterior of the MCK, you can turn your attention to the interior.
Open the trap door that secures the handgun in the micro conversion kit and clean this area first with a rag, toothbrush or nylon gun brush as needed. Again, don’t use a brass or steel brush here as this will damage the finish.
With respect to the MCK’s interior, one focus area will be the barrel shroud, which may be exposed to more fouling than the rest of the chassis. Pay particular attention to this area as you may need to use a bit more elbow grease to get it clean.
Cleaning Your Handgun
As you might have expected, it’s not just the MCK that you’ll need to keep clean, but also your handgun.
The thing about shooting a handgun in a micro conversion kit is that it’s a bit like shooting a handgun suppressed. In the confined space of the MCK the barrel and slide will be exposed to more discharge and fouling.
If you don’t clean your handgun regularly, this fouling will accumulate, get caked on, and become more difficult to remove. As a result, CAA recommends cleaning the exterior of your handgun after every 300 rounds if not more frequently.
Closely investigate the muzzle of your handgun and the slide around the muzzle. These areas will become stained black by fouling and will need the most attention. Use an appropriate solvent or cleaning agent and a nylon gun brush to remove accumulated deposits. Do not use steel wool or abrasives as these will scratch your handgun.
One thing you can do before firing the handgun in an MCK is apply a little bit of gun grease or gun oil to the slide around the muzzle. This will make it more difficult for the fouling to adhere while firing, and so it will be easier to clean your handgun after the fact.
As for cleaning the handgun’s bore and other internals, keep to whatever maintenance schedule you previously were. Some recommend cleaning after every trip to the range, and we don’t disagree.
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We can help with both. Take a look through our collections of MCKs, accessories, and other gun parts and shooting accessories and if you don’t see what you’re looking for get in touch with us at Sales@MCSGearup.com.