Rifle cleaning

[browning]

When cleaning my rifles I usually push the patch through, using a spear tip jag. Then remove the patch and unscrew
the jag beofre withdrawing the cleaning rod in readiness for the next patch.

My question is.....is there any need to remove the jag before withdrawing the rod? Or is it OK to withdraw the rod
with the jag still attached?

 

[Rustystud]

Browning:

Is your jag squared or tapered on the back of the jag bands.

If it is tapered then it want be banging up your crown.

Rustystud

 

[browning]

Hi Rustystud,

The jag for my .270 is tapered, but the jag for the .243 is quite square.

 

[mikecr]

I don't go through all that kind of trouble.
Would take a week to clean if I did.

I use Dewey rods which I believe are larger than my jags.
I'll measure when I get home, & let you know if this isn't the case.
Have never hung up on the muzzle or anything like that. Far as I know, there is no damage.

 

[artbosco]

Browning: Here is some 6mmbr.com info on bore cleaning you might find helpful: http://www.6mmbr.com/borebrushing.html