Otis pull through bore cleaning.

[NF1E]

I was asked how one can use a cable to clean a bore.

First off, the Otis system , I think, is perfection. Each patch has 3 slots and 2 sides so you get 6 pulls through the bore with each patch. The trick with Otis is how the patch is rigged on the end of the cable loop. No need to remove the bolt on most rifles and same with semis.  I like to soak the patch with solvent, pull through , let set and run a clean patch or two to finish. If need be one can pull a bore brush through during the process. Cable is inserted from the chamber end and pulled out the muzzle. Works like a champ. The more of the patch you start with through the loop, the tighter the patch will fit the bore. Works fine to dry patch during precision shooting with no need to take a bolt out. Whatta Hobby!

 

 

[98Z5V]

This has been out for years and years, man.  If you've just discovered this,  you've been under a rock.  For a long time.  Not slamming you, but wondering why you're just announcing very old technology...  As some breakthrough discovery....  

[NF1E]

On 11/1/2026 at 9:52 PM, 98Z5V said:

This has been out for years and years, man.  If you've just discovered this,  you've been under a rock.  For a long time.  Not slamming you, but wondering why you're just announcing very old technology...  As some breakthrough discovery....  

No poop. Folks have been asking about cleaning rods and choices of bore cleaning gear on other forums. Just thought it might be nice to let newer folks know there are options. Have been using cable pulls myself for 60 years starting with the one that came with my $15. Mosin Nagant in 1966. I think you might back off on your coffee consumption fella. Give up the negative bs and enjoy life. Whatta Hobby!