How to Clean Smith & Wesson Grips

Whether your Smith & Wesson grip is made of wood or plastic, the cleaning process is the same for all brands of firearms. After a few days at the range, the grip of your Smith & Wesson can collect dirt and oil from your hands as well as gunpowder from shooting. A dirty grip can lead to serious issues while shooting. If the shooter's hand cannot grip the gun soundly, it could slip from his hand during the recoil of a shot. Cleaning your Smith & Wesson grip will prevent this issue.

Things You'll Need

  • Dishwashing detergent
  • Washrag
  • Toothbrush
  • Tung oil or wood furniture polish
  • Phillips head screwdriver
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Instructions

    • 1

      Remove the grip handles by removing the two screws on each side that hold them in place.

    • 2

      Put a quarter-sized dab of laundry detergent on a wash rag and wet it.

    • 3

      Wash dirt and grime from the grips using the wash rag.

    • 4

      Clean grip checkering and tight spaces with a toothbrush.

    • 5

      Rinse any excess soap from the grips once clean.

    • 6

      Dry the grips thoroughly before screwing them back on.

    • 7

      Wipe the grips with a small amount of oil or furniture polish to protect them.