$41.34
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A quality cleaning rod is foundational gear for any serious shooter, and the Tipton Carbon Fiber Gun Cleaning Rod for 27-45 Caliber stands out for the material science behind it. At 44 inches long with a carbon fiber shaft, this rod is purpose-built to clean modern rifles safely and effectively without the trade-offs of traditional steel or coated options. Carbon fiber resists scratching the delicate rifling in your bore—a real risk with careless use of stainless steel—while also rejecting the fine abrasive particles that coated rods tend to trap and drag through your barrel like sandpaper. That means you're actually cleaning, not compounding wear.
Tipton designed these rods during operations in Iraq, where US military armorers needed cleaning equipment tough enough for demanding field conditions. The engineering shows: the handle rides on two sets of ball bearings that let the shaft rotate smoothly as it follows your rifling, whether you're pushing or pulling, even under real pressure. The ergonomic handle stays planted in your hand while the shaft does the work—no binding, no fighting the gun's geometry. Shank-through construction means you can apply hammer blows to clear a stubborn patch stuck in a tight bore, a feature that separates working gear from fragile stuff.
At 44 inches, this rod handles the 27-45 caliber range and threads with standard 8-32 accessories, letting you build a cleaning system around your needs. A hang hole keeps it stored and organized between sessions. Whether you're maintaining a hunting rifle, a target gun, or a defensive carbine, carbon fiber eliminates the guesswork about whether your cleaning routine is damaging the very bore you're trying to preserve.
| Length | 44 inches |
| Caliber Range | 27-45 Caliber |
| Shaft Material | Carbon Fiber |
| Thread Type | 8-32 |
| Bearing System | Dual ball bearings |
This Tipton rod is sized for the 27-45 caliber range and is 44 inches long. Tipton offers multiple lengths and diameters across their lineup to fit rifles, pistols, and shotguns, so verify the caliber and barrel length of your specific firearm match this rod's specs before purchasing.
The rod is threaded 8-32, which is the standard thread size for most rifle and handgun cleaning rod accessories. You can attach patches, brushes, and other cleaning implements designed for 8-32 threads.
Carbon fiber won't scratch or wear your barrel's rifling the way a careless steel rod can, and unlike coated rods, it won't pick up and trap fine abrasive particles that could damage your bore. The material combines safety with durability—it can even flex to an extreme and return straight, making it forgiving in the field.
Yes. The shank-through construction is designed to handle reasonable hammer blows applied to the end of the rod, which lets you work a tight or stuck patch through a bore without risk of breaking the rod.
SKU: 115817115 • Weight: 2.2oz
Availability: In Stock
A quality cleaning rod is foundational gear for any serious shooter, and the Tipton Carbon Fiber Gun Cleaning Rod for 27-45 Caliber stands out for the material science behind it. At 44 inches long with a carbon fiber shaft, this rod is purpose-built to clean modern rifles safely and effectively without the trade-offs of traditional steel or coated options. Carbon fiber resists scratching the delicate rifling in your bore—a real risk with careless use of stainless steel—while also rejecting the fine abrasive particles that coated rods tend to trap and drag through your barrel like sandpaper. That means you're actually cleaning, not compounding wear.
Tipton designed these rods during operations in Iraq, where US military armorers needed cleaning equipment tough enough for demanding field conditions. The engineering shows: the handle rides on two sets of ball bearings that let the shaft rotate smoothly as it follows your rifling, whether you're pushing or pulling, even under real pressure. The ergonomic handle stays planted in your hand while the shaft does the work—no binding, no fighting the gun's geometry. Shank-through construction means you can apply hammer blows to clear a stubborn patch stuck in a tight bore, a feature that separates working gear from fragile stuff.
At 44 inches, this rod handles the 27-45 caliber range and threads with standard 8-32 accessories, letting you build a cleaning system around your needs. A hang hole keeps it stored and organized between sessions. Whether you're maintaining a hunting rifle, a target gun, or a defensive carbine, carbon fiber eliminates the guesswork about whether your cleaning routine is damaging the very bore you're trying to preserve.
| Length | 44 inches |
| Caliber Range | 27-45 Caliber |
| Shaft Material | Carbon Fiber |
| Thread Type | 8-32 |
| Bearing System | Dual ball bearings |
This Tipton rod is sized for the 27-45 caliber range and is 44 inches long. Tipton offers multiple lengths and diameters across their lineup to fit rifles, pistols, and shotguns, so verify the caliber and barrel length of your specific firearm match this rod's specs before purchasing.
The rod is threaded 8-32, which is the standard thread size for most rifle and handgun cleaning rod accessories. You can attach patches, brushes, and other cleaning implements designed for 8-32 threads.
Carbon fiber won't scratch or wear your barrel's rifling the way a careless steel rod can, and unlike coated rods, it won't pick up and trap fine abrasive particles that could damage your bore. The material combines safety with durability—it can even flex to an extreme and return straight, making it forgiving in the field.
Yes. The shank-through construction is designed to handle reasonable hammer blows applied to the end of the rod, which lets you work a tight or stuck patch through a bore without risk of breaking the rod.
SKU: 115817115 • Weight: 2.2oz
