Cleaning kit recommendations

[d_wit22]

Looking to pickup a vise and cleaning kit cause I'm tired of doing the towel on the table method what does everyone recommend? Otis makes a nice kit but I know knowthing about it. Also what do you all think of the Tipton Vise setup? Mainly I just have rifles to clean with a couple shotguns. Currently no ARs. Any advice appreciated! Thanks guys

 

[imyourhuckleberry]

I use Otis and also several caliber size bore snakes. Also use the Tipton vise.

 

[tobnpr]

I have the Tipton vise at the cleaning table in my shop (not the "newest" one, it's crap).
Amazon product ASIN B09776FTDW
You want a quality, ball bearing, one-piece cleaning rod (Dewey)- either steel, or plastic coated
No jointed, sectional cleaning rods, they'll flex and contact/scrape the bore. No aluminum/brass- too soft, they'll pick up crud and scrape the bore.

I prefer the vinyl coated- but they need to be inspected to be sure nothing gets embedded that can be scratch the bore.

Bore guide for your action type(s).

For field use, bore snake for a quick clean if needed, but I wouldn't consider one as primary to use at the bench.
Plain cotton patches for me, along with Wipe-Out foaming cleaner takes care of 90%.
Plenty of quality cleaners out there, some (like Wipe-Out) remove both copper and carbon fouling, others are more specific.
That's for a whole 'nother thread.