Bore-Tips® are available in nine caliber-specific sizes—from .22 caliber through .50 gauge—designed to attach to any standard cleaning rod for a precise, secure barrel fit. Unlike loose cotton patches that rely on guesswork and uneven contact, Bore-Tips® are engineered foam cleaning tips that deliver consistent, repeatable results every time.
The high-density, lint-free foam provides true 360-degree contact with the lands and grooves of the rifling, ensuring complete coverage of the bore. Foam compresses evenly to maintain contact where patches bunch, fold, or slip—eliminating missed spots and inconsistent pressure. Bore-Tips® thread directly onto a standard 8-32 cleaning rod, removing the need for jags, stacks of patches, or trial-and-error sizing.
Foam also outperforms patches in fluid control. Bore-Tips® absorb, hold, and release solvents and oils evenly, allowing more effective cleaning and lubrication while using less product. Cotton patches tend to oversaturate, drip, or push fluids unevenly, often leaving dry areas behind.
Washable and reusable, Bore-Tips® offer a cleaner, more economical solution than disposable patches. They don’t shed fibers, leave lint, or break down during use—making them ideal for shooters who care about barrel condition, consistency, and long-term performance.
Designed to be lint-free, reusable, and caliber-specific, Bore-Tips® eliminate the frustration of patches and jags while delivering superior cleaning results. When precision matters, foam simply performs better than cotton—and Bore-Tips® prove it with every pass.
Foam Bore-Tips® vs. Cotton Patches
| Foam Bore-Tips® | Cotton Patches |
|---|---|
| Caliber-specific design for a precise, consistent fit | One-size patches require guesswork and stacking |
| 100% 360° bore contact with lands and grooves | Fold, bunch, or skip areas of the bore |
| Lint-free foam — no fibers left behind | Shed lint and fibers that remain in the barrel |
| Even fluid delivery with less solvent or oil | Oversaturate, drip, or push fluids unevenly |
| Washable and reusable for long-term value | Disposable — single-use and wasteful |
| Threads directly onto a standard 8-32 rod | Requires jags and extra components |
| Non-abrasive foam safe for rifling | Cotton can drag debris and grit |
| Faster, cleaner, more consistent results | Slower, messier, inconsistent cleaning |
