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boresnake for hmr, concerned!

  • 08-02-2012 12:28AM
    #1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 961 ✭✭✭


    Anyone use a boresnake on their hmr? I was going to get one but I've heard of the small calibre ones breaking mid-pull :eek: any opinions?


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,612 ✭✭✭bullets


    I've been using the same two for 5-6 years and have had no issues with them.

    I use one to get the initial build up out, and the other to clean up things a little more for periodic cleans, and before using patches with a flexable cable/patches. (Otis Tactical cleaning kit has a small cable thats suitable for cleaning a HMR with patches)

    ~B


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,767 ✭✭✭lefthooker


    I have the Otis small calibre cleaning kit; flexible cable, brush heads, patches and solvent. Does the job perfectly.
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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 961 ✭✭✭Longranger


    I use a hoppes kit for cleaning,but I was just going to get one to stick in my pocket Des the field.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 392 ✭✭rabbit assassin


    Had a bore snake for the .22lr
    It was very very difficult to pull through. Actually had to tie the rope to a door handle once or twice to pull it through :confused:
    It did leave it clean as a whistle though !

    Spent €30 on it and cant for the life of me find where I left it :mad:


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,576 ✭✭✭garv123


    I use one, string seems fairly strong. Just dont yank it.
    Buy a hoppes one and it should be fine


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,123 ✭✭✭tommyboy26


    I used one on my hmr and never had an issue with it and it was the only thing i used


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,766 ✭✭✭deerhunter1


    tommyboy26 wrote: »
    I used one on my hmr and never had an issue with it and it was the only thing i used

    Same here, using one for years


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