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December 12, 2011, 03:11 AM | #1 |
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Looking for 1-piece cleaning rod: size matters?
I am looking to baby my "new" usgi M1 carbine, muzzle gauge shows the 1943 barrel is good as new. I'd like to keep it that way. I have to clean the barrel from the muzzle, not the breech, unfortunately. I have a bore guide, so that should be ok. I want a 1-piece carbon fiber rod so the material can't scratch and no crud in joints can, either. Since I also have a need to clean some .22s, I was thinking to get one small enough to fit them.
Is there any reason to get various diameter cleaning rods? That is, any reason not to use a rod that fits .22-26 on a .30 barrel? Will the patch jig and brass brushes from my kit attach? I suppose I could just get the .22 size, since I need that, and see if it works, but if I need both I'd prefer to get it all at once.
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December 12, 2011, 12:19 PM | #2 |
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Nice rifle I used to own one and wish I never sold it. The ammo is a bit expensive though. Try this rod as it is sturdy and does my .22 thru my .30 cal.
http://www.gunstuff4you.com/product/46819 Don't go with the cheap steel ammo as it will costing you. After it chipped my extractor I went for the more expensive brass. It might cost you 40 cents a round but it is worth it. Start thinking about reloading and you can cut the cost iin half. Last edited by plumbercrack; December 12, 2011 at 12:24 PM. Reason: I forgot something |
December 12, 2011, 05:34 PM | #3 |
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Tipton is what I'd go with. I've used a Dewey and the Tipton is a ton better. It's no comparison.
As for the size difference, I use a .22-26. Caliber cleaning rod on everything I have, but some guys use the proper ones. The biggest difference is the larger caliber ones are thicker and hold up better. |
December 12, 2011, 05:58 PM | #4 |
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Like it says in the Tipton instructions, you can even "gently" tap on them with a hammer to clear an oversize patch. Gotta love them.
Last edited by plumbercrack; December 12, 2011 at 05:59 PM. Reason: spelling |
December 12, 2011, 08:24 PM | #5 |
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Thanks, gents!
I'll get a Tipton in 22-26. Probably the 36" so I'm ready for anything.
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