Gunsmithing Cleaning rod/jag recommendations to prevent false positives

[jojotheclown]

I’m using boretech eliminator and like it so far, but using it with Dewey rods that have brass jags gives false positives for copper fouling. Any recommendations for cleaning rods/jags that will prevent false positives? I’ve looked at the boretech rods, but they are to long at 36” (rather them be a little shorter), and I like the jags that you wrap the flannel patches around instead of poking through.

 

[CriticallyStressed]

I have a set of Tipton jags that are nickel (or maybe chrome) plated. They don’t turn patches blue with boretech.

 

[ken4570tc in WY]

I'd recommend the Boretech Proof Positive rods. The brass end of the Dewey rods can also give a false positive on the patch. If you haven't found the resources section, there is a great write up about bore cleaning. Most of us have a tendency to go too far and too often. Check it out!

 

[Robert Gradous]

I’m using boretech eliminator and like it so far, but using it with Dewey rods that have brass jags gives false positives for copper fouling. Any recommendations for cleaning rods/jags that will prevent false positives? I’ve looked at the boretech rods, but they are to long at 36” (rather them be a little shorter), and I like the jags that you wrap the flannel patches around instead of poking through.

Aluminum Jays by pro shot

 

[jojotheclown]

Thanks everyone, and a tip from the man himself Mr. Gradous! I learned the wrapping the patch around the jag trick from one of your videos Mr. Gradous.