Cleaning rod extensions?

boy412 · August 6, 2009, 03:36 PM

I have a Hoppes cleaning kit I bought for my 1911. I've just acquired a new rifle and was wondering if I needed to buy a whole additional kit for this .308 Savage 10FCP, or if all I need is some rod extensions and the appropriate bore accessories? That would be nice...and it seems logical.

So...do I need a whole 'nuther kit to clean this rifle?

Cheers...

LHB1 · August 6, 2009, 03:50 PM

I prefer to use one piece cleaning rods of the correct length as they are stiffer and flex/rub less against the bore. A cleaning rod, brass brush, slotted tip, and patches would suffice. You probably already have bore cleaner and oil. My preferences for these are Shooters Choice Bore Cleaner and FP-10 or Weapon Shield oil.

wjkuleck · August 6, 2009, 04:05 PM

Sadly, a jointed cleaning rod can act as a broaching tool inside the bore. Definitely not recommended.

A $25 cleaning rod does not seem to be an excessive investment for a quality bolt gun such as your Savage.

Regards,

Walt

riggins_83 · August 6, 2009, 04:06 PM

Go with a Tipton cleaning rod such as ( http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct...tNumber=550094 ). You won't be sorry

boy412 · August 6, 2009, 04:34 PM

Thanks gents! I will check out those products. I was thinking there might be an issue using a sectional rod. I don't mind the expense, just didn't want to do it unless it was necessary. Gotta have SOME money for ammo.

August 6, 2009, 03:36 PM	#1
boy412 Senior Member Join Date: March 30, 2009 Posts: 118	Cleaning rod extensions? I have a Hoppes cleaning kit I bought for my 1911. I've just acquired a new rifle and was wondering if I needed to buy a whole additional kit for this .308 Savage 10FCP, or if all I need is some rod extensions and the appropriate bore accessories? That would be nice...and it seems logical. So...do I need a whole 'nuther kit to clean this rifle? Cheers... __________________ Savage 12 LRPV Dan Wesson PM-7 Bi-Tone Rock-Ola M1 Carbine

August 6, 2009, 03:50 PM	#2
LHB1 Senior Member Join Date: March 25, 2005 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 1,545	I prefer to use one piece cleaning rods of the correct length as they are stiffer and flex/rub less against the bore. A cleaning rod, brass brush, slotted tip, and patches would suffice. You probably already have bore cleaner and oil. My preferences for these are Shooters Choice Bore Cleaner and FP-10 or Weapon Shield oil. __________________ Good shooting and be safe. LB

August 6, 2009, 04:05 PM	#3
wjkuleck Senior Member Join Date: March 13, 2007 Location: Ohio, USA Posts: 1,220	Sadly, a jointed cleaning rod can act as a broaching tool inside the bore. Definitely not recommended. A $25 cleaning rod does not seem to be an excessive investment for a quality bolt gun such as your Savage. Regards, Walt __________________ Author, NEW! The M1911 Complete Owner's Guide The M14 and M1 Garand Complete Assembly Guides The M1 Garand Complete Assembly Guide The AR-15 Complete Assembly and (New 4th Edition) Owner's Guides

August 6, 2009, 04:06 PM	#4
riggins_83 Senior Member Join Date: January 19, 2009 Location: Wherever I may roam Posts: 1,506	Go with a Tipton cleaning rod such as ( http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct...tNumber=550094 ). You won't be sorry __________________ l've heard police work is dangerous. Yes, that's why l carry a big gun. Couldn't it go off accidentally? l used to have that problem. What did you do about it? l just think about baseball. -Leslie Nielsen

August 6, 2009, 04:34 PM	#5
boy412 Senior Member Join Date: March 30, 2009 Posts: 118	Thanks gents! I will check out those products. I was thinking there might be an issue using a sectional rod. I don't mind the expense, just didn't want to do it unless it was necessary. Gotta have SOME money for ammo. __________________ Savage 12 LRPV Dan Wesson PM-7 Bi-Tone Rock-Ola M1 Carbine Last edited by boy412; August 9, 2009 at 09:05 AM.