Solid brass range rods

[oldmaster]

I don't know, Brass is kind of soft, don't you think? Even if it is 3/8 diameter. Does anyone have one or used one? ::

 

[Rebel]

I have one that i use for a range rod and cleaning rod. I also had one in each of my .32 cal Crockett rifles as a primary rod to replace the flimsy wood rod that came with them. I like them and have never had any problem with them.

 

[Gary]

I use 'em. My uncle fashioned them from hardware for push bar doors. Nice & heavy and they'll never break.

 

[Birddog6]

I have used one for ? years & years. Never had a single problem. Mine is a 3/8" brass rod with a "T" handle. Came from Log Cabon at $15. and the price is still the same as I just saw them at Friendship.
For the 5/16" rod I use a SS range rod. (MBS)
:thumbsup:

 

[roundball]

I don't know, Brass is kind of soft, don't you think? Even if it is 3/8 diameter. Does anyone have one or used one? ::

With the exception of one .45cal flintlock where I use a hollow tubular brass ramrod to keep it somewhat light, I've intentionally replaced every other rifle's ramrod I have with 3/8" solid brass to get the extra weight out front, and to get the strength while out hunting, using small nylon muzzleguides from Builder's Supply with them.

My range rods are soft polymer covered fiberglass rods so I don't have to bother with a muzzle guides at the range...

 

[Bob Riegl]

I have been using Brass range rods for the better part of twenty years---all diameters and lengths----I usually drill and tap for 10-32 and have accessories for .32 up to and including .68 calibre. I recently bought a Traditions Shenandoah in .36 and the ram rod that came with it was made of anodized aluminium? Only problem is I am running out local suppliers for the brass rod. :m2c:

 

[roundball]

I have been using Brass range rods for the better part of twenty years---all diameters and lengths----I usually drill and tap for 10-32 and have accessories for .32 up to and including .68 calibre. I recently bought a Traditions Shenandoah in .36 and the ram rod that came with it was made of anodized aluminium? Only problem is I am running out local suppliers for the brass rod. :m2c:

I've had them made at Warren Muzzleloading (now Ozone Muzzleloading) in Ozone, Alabama...and at October Country...$15 + shipping, already drilled & tapped

 

[hobbles]

roundball
that's where I got some of my stuff, Lately though, it's hard to get em on the phone, That's why I went with The Possible Shop.

 

[Rebel]

Try www.rmcsports.com They sell them and will make them custom for the same price. Threaded on both ends, and ready to go.

 

[freetrapper20]

Ordered 2 brass rods from RMC sports not so long ago. One for a TC renegade and one for a Pa. Longrifle. Opon arrival the longer rod was missing from the package. RMC sent a replacement immediately without any hassle. I was pleased with their servce.

 

[Rebel]

I have had good luck dealing with them.

 

[oldmaster]

Thanks to all of you who replied. Guess I'll order them now. :thumbsup:

 

[Tom Curran]

Polished steel makes a better rod. It won't pick up grit like wood, brass or plastic will.

Brass is soft and grit will get embedded in the brass, becoming a lap to grind your muzzle.
Use one of those cone muzzle protectors/rod guides with your rod so that it doesn't touch the bore.


I use brass to make laps with for honing out holes in hardened steel. It carries the abrasive grit very nicely.

 

[roundball]

Polished steel makes a better rod. It won't pick up grit like wood, brass or plastic will.

Brass is soft and grit will get embedded in the brass, becoming a lap to grind your muzzle.
Use one of those cone muzzle protectors/rod guides with your rod so that it doesn't touch the bore.


I use brass to make laps with for honing out holes in hardened steel. It carries the abrasive grit very nicely.

But, in reality, a muzzleguide should be used with any type of rod like that, and when it is, whether the rod is steel or brass becomes a moot point

 

[Deadeye]

I used to pack a brass range rod to shooting matches but now
have brass rods in all my guns and carry a T handle and bore guide in my shooting pouch. Screw the T handle with the guide onto my ramrod and presto a range rod. John at Oct. Country will make them to an exact length for you.

 

[Tahquamenon]

Been using brass range rods for over 35 years. They work fantastic.

Make sure you also use a bore guide regardless of what rod you select.

I'm not a big fan of steel rods as I want something softer than the rifling inside the barrel.

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