Range Rod

[HOGGHEAD]

I am sure this has been kicked around a bit, but here goes. I just bought a new(to me) 36 caliber rifle. I do not have any experience with the 36 caliber, so bear with me.

I want to order a range rod for the rifle. The barrel length is 34". I am looking for a high quality rod. Which rod do you guys recommend?? I am also looking for a good cleaning jag and cleaning patches for this rifle. So I am also looking for advice on the best jag for cleaning, and the best patch to get for range cleaning between shots?? Thickness and size??

I need to order my 36 caliber accessories. So I might as well order the rod, jag, and cleaning patches at the same time. Thanks, Tom.

 

[rabjr]

I just went to Track of the wolf and bought a 48" Hickery threaded rod. Sanded it smooth, cut it to 40 inches and stained it. Bought a cleaning jag for the .36 cal and I'll use that at the range and leave my regular rod in place. If you do this, make sure it is Hickery and not synthetic or rammin. Btw my barrel is 34" too.

 

[Tom Compton]

Welding supply shop has brass braze rod 36" long. Drill and tap to add a jag on one end and install a pool ball, porcelain door knob, antler or what ever on the other w/a cross pin. Buy a centalizer from one of the BP shops or get a flair nut at a hardware store.

 

[buttonbuck]

If you do not have the time for creativity Cains has very nice range rods that are brass and stainless, defineatly not pc but darn nice. they come in lengths up to 44"

 

[MikeC]

Range Rod

Jags

As for cleaning patches I cut up old T-Shirts, underwear and flannels. Don't see the point in buying them.

 

[MikeChapin]

I've got a 44" Treso rod that MikeC pointed you to. I've had it for 25 years and it is still going strong and is used for calibers .32 to .50. It is also the rod I use when I am forced to pull a ball.

As for jags just get one with a steel threaded shank rather than a brass shank. I have had a few brass shanks break but never a steel one.

As for patches, anything that will hold moisture and hold together on the trip up and down the barrel will be alright. I tear up old flannel shirts and sheets for cleaning patches. I have also used fleece, quilt batting and old, worn sweatshirt material.

 

[jethro224]

I have 2 of the Treso range rods and highly recommend them. When I bought my first one the longest barrel I owned was 32 inches, so I bought the 34" rod. Then I got a gun with a 42" barrel and had to buy a longer rod. Get the one with the rigid handle. You'll be glad you did when it comes time to pull a ball. :thumbsup:

A recent article in Muzzleblasts recommended "Super Flannel" from Wally World as the best stuff going for cleaning patches. I was low on cleaning patches anyway so I looked in the fabrics on my next trip to WM. Low and behold there was some there, right next to the "Wonder Flannel" and the regular flannel. I think it was $3.50 a yard. I bought a yard. Great stuff. :thumbsup: And a yard makes a BUNCH of cleaning patches.

 

[rabjr]

Ya I have the same rod for my big stuff but I didn't think I really needed to spend much money for a longer rod for the .36 cal so went with a longer Hickery rod.

 

[HOGGHEAD]

I called Cains today and ordered a range rod from them. I also had them make me a wooden ramrod for the rifle as well. I also ordered all the other accessories, including 3 different patch sizes, so I should be set to go. Thanks guys, Tom.