Cleaning rod length?

[Jonblue]

Im new here and Im just wondering what length cleaning rod I should get. I have a 700 with a 26" barrel and I will be using either the Lucas or the Sinclair rod guide. I know Dewey makes 36, 40, and 44 inch rods.

Also, I have used Dewey in the past and I liked them. Is there anything else out there that I should look at? I would like to stay below $45.

Thanks,
Jon

 

[slivoman]

Re: Cleaning rod length?

Tipton carbon fiber rod is what I use and like. nice and strong and I don't have to worry about any sleeve or coating wearing out over time on the rod itself.

I have a 24" barrel and use a 36" rod. Plenty of length with the guide rod.

 

[B2Riesel]

Re: Cleaning rod length?

I prefer the Tipton as well. I have a 26" barrel and use a Pro-Shot bore guide.

 

[Fixr]

Re: Cleaning rod length?

My rifle has a relatively high cheek rest, so I measured the overall length of the rifle(48") to determine what length rod to buy. At that length choices are limited, but I bought a two piece 52" coated Dewey rod and guide, that give me plenty of handle/knuckle clearance and works well.

 

[Jackalope33B]

Re: Cleaning rod length?

BAM! +100 <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: slivoman</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Tipton carbon fiber rod is what I use and like. nice and strong and I don't have to worry about any sleeve or coating wearing out over time on the rod itself.

I have a 24" barrel and use a 36" rod. Plenty of length with the guide rod. </div></div>

 

[Eppie]

Re: Cleaning rod length?

Wow, years ago I bought a Kleen Bore sectional cleaning rod for my AR-15, simply because it was exactly like the one I used in the Army, and that one worked well. About 5 years ago I got my first bolt rifle and the rod was not long enough for the 26 " barrel so I bought another Kleen Bore and just add another section or two when I need it. Works great and it is very portable.

Once while at the range I got a stuck case. I just put the rod down the barrel and hammered the care out. No harm to the rod. That's what I call useful cleaning rod. You can buy two of them for about $25.

You can spend more on a cleaning rod but you won't get a better one.

 

[northern50]

Re: Cleaning rod length?

I prefer NOT to clean my gun, but when I do I choose a Tipton carbon fiber rod. Get the 40"

 

[WRENCHHEAD]

Re: Cleaning rod length?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Fixr</div><div class="ubbcode-body">My rifle has a relatively high cheek rest, so I measured the overall length of the rifle(48") to determine what length rod to buy. At that length choices are limited, but I bought a two piece 52" coated Dewey rod and guide, that give me plenty of handle/knuckle clearance and works well. </div></div>

agreed! make sure you take into account the stock comb height. the handle on the rod may run into the butt of the stock.

 

[FFDomino]

Re: Cleaning rod length?

I bought a Dewey 36" and kept scraping my knuckles across the stock, traded it out for a 44" and am much happier.

 

[tylerw02]

Re: Cleaning rod length?

I prefer the Tipton and use a 44" for both my shorter barrels and longer barrels.

 

[General RE LEE]

Well shit, I ordered the 36” Tipton but hell it might be a tad short.