I took the plunge on the 'tactical' (IE, .22 through 10 gauge) belt kit, and am quite happy with it. About $50 at a local store. They're cheaper at some online stores....till you pay shipping at least. Felt good to buy something made in the USA and support a small business at the same time!
I actually got just a few Otis components for my AR a while back, but gave up on it for a while due to stuck brush problems. I gave it another try recently, and no problemo. I guess I was either not assembling the patch right (too big), or not applying enough "umph" to get it through.
The bore reflector is really GREAT to have...though I find I get much better results by using a flashlight on it.
I've cleaned my Garand with it, and I did have some stuck-patch problems a few times that actually required me to unscrew the rod (while it was still INSIDE the barrel, mind you! :wow: ) turn it around, and tap the tip and patch out with the obstruction remover...
Still, no HUGE deal - if a doof like me could figure out how to fix it, anyone can.
BTW, I've not yet opened up the little tube of their "CLP" that came with it.
I like the compact size, the "breech to muzzle" method, the notion of NOT screwing up a barrel with a mis-applied cleaning rod, and having gear on hand to at least do a basic bore cleaning of most ANY firearm I'll come across.
Though I am a LITTLE wary of the "SIX cleanings per patch" claim. Er, maybe I don't obey the "JUST a few drops of CLP!" rule all the way to the letter, but still...
If you fix it to where the
front of your swab is clean, is that OK even though parts of the
trailing end have gunk on it from earlier passes???