Looking for 1-piece cleaning rod: size matters?

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jimmythegeek

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I am looking to baby my "new" usgi M1 carbine, muzzle gauge shows the 1943 barrel is good as new. I'd like to keep it that way. I have to clean the barrel from the muzzle, not the breech, unfortunately. I have a bore guide, so that should be ok. I want a 1-piece carbon fiber rod so the material can't scratch and no crud in joints can, either. Since I also have a need to clean some .22s, I was thinking to get one small enough to fit them.

Is there any reason to get various diameter cleaning rods? That is, any reason not to use a rod that fits .22-26 on a .30 barrel? Will the patch jig and brass brushes from my kit attach?

I suppose I could just get the .22 size, since I need that, and see if it works, but if I need both I'd prefer to get it all at once.
 
Nice rifle I used to own one and wish I never sold it. The ammo is a bit expensive though. Try this rod as it is sturdy and does my .22 thru my .30 cal.

http://www.gunstuff4you.com/product/46819

Don't go with the cheap steel ammo as it will costing you. After it chipped my extractor I went for the more expensive brass. It might cost you 40 cents a round but it is worth it. Start thinking about reloading and you can cut the cost iin half.
 
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Tipton is what I'd go with. I've used a Dewey and the Tipton is a ton better. It's no comparison.

As for the size difference, I use a .22-26. Caliber cleaning rod on everything I have, but some guys use the proper ones. The biggest difference is the larger caliber ones are thicker and hold up better.
 
Like it says in the Tipton instructions, you can even "gently" tap on them with a hammer to clear an oversize patch. Gotta love them.
 
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