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Posted: 5/19/2006 5:54:20 PM EDT
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Alright, so I've been analyzing all the feed back on my threads and you've all been awesome help. I've noticed someone mention to me, to get a one piece barrel cleaning rod. I have a 7 piece detachable rod system for my Shotgun, I was wondering if getting a .308 cleaning teeth would be fine. I also have some remington oil. I assume that, that's not going to be good enough for my M1A, so I was wondering is USGI cleaning kits were good? If anyone could guide me to where I can order a nice set of cleaning tools, including the grease etc. for my M1A I'd appreciate it! 
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Just my opinion but skip the field cleaning set, that's just what they're for so they are portable and storabe. Get a one piece coated rod (like a Deweys) and take care of that bore. Most people agree that the most typical wear and damage comes from bad cleaning techniques as opposed to shot to shot wear. It seems reasonable to me. If you run your fingers over the joints of a screw together rod set you will feel the minor offsets - the same ones that scrape against the rifling in your bore. In the field I use a boresnake although some people do not believe in them I think it is a better field alternative than the gi issue kit. Brownells.com and midwayusa.com are a couple of places to start for good cleaning supplies. my 2 cents |
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Get both the late-model GI kit and a Dewey Service Rifle-length cleaning rod. The GI kit has the M-10 tool, which is invaluable for a host of reasons. Stow ithe GI kit in the buttstock where it will always be with the rifle and available in an emergency. It also improves the balance of the rifle, and adds a little recoil-dampening mass. You should use the coated Dewey rod exclusively (except in an emergency), and most importantly, get a muzzle guide. While you're at it, get a stuck case extractor. |
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Most people buy a stainless or coated "Service Rifle Rod". This is a rod specifically made to be the exact right length for cleaning an M1 or M14 rifle. Most better rod makers list these, and they usually come with a cone-shaped bore guide. You can also buy a muzzle guide made to fit the rifle more closely. A good place to buy is Brownell's. www.brownells.com/ Here's one: www.brownells.com/aspx/NS/store/ProductDetail.aspx?p=5643&title=SERVICE+RIFLE+%2f+PISTOL+ROD |
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if you're going to go the mile and spend the money on a loaded M1A, go the extra inch and spring for a GOOD one piece cleaning rod. You have a national match barrel, and it would be a tragedy (bordering on criminal) to fuck it up with a sectional cleaning kit if you don't have to. I have a full length carbon fiber rod with a brass tip that I use to clean both my AR and M1A. it has a built in muzzle guide and is a priceless piece of equipment. it rides in the same hard rifle case as my M1A, so it's always with me. I strongly suggest you do the same. |
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tipton is the company. i really REALLY like the rod, though i wish it was shorter. i got the full 40" one, but in hindsight i'd have gone with the 36 or 24". available at midway usa |
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