Kleen-Bore Saf-T-Clad .17 Cal 1-Piece 33" Cleaning Rod
Kleen-BoreThe Kleen-Bore Saf-T-Clad .17 Caliber 1-Piece 33" Cleaning Rod is a precision-engineered, American-made cleaning solution designed to keep your smallbore rifle performing at its best with every use.
- SAF-T-CLAD blue-coated solid steel rod protects your bore from scratches
- 33" one-piece design eliminates joint wobble for straighter, safer cleaning
- Comfortable swivel T-handle reduces wrist fatigue during extended cleaning sessions
- Precision barbed jag ensures tight, consistent patch contact through the bore
- Phosphor bronze bore brush effectively lifts fouling without damaging rifling
- Includes cotton bore mop for final polishing and oil application — made in USA
Who This Is For
This cleaning rod is ideal for .17 caliber rifle owners — including those shooting .17 HMR, .17 HM2, or similar smallbore cartridges — who want a complete, no-compromise cleaning kit in a single purchase. Whether you're a precision rimfire competitor, a varmint hunter, or a recreational plinker, the Kleen-Bore Saf-T-Clad rod gives you professional-grade bore care without the need to buy accessories separately.
Specifications
| Brand | Kleen-Bore |
|---|---|
| Caliber | .17 Caliber (Smallbore) |
| Rod Length | 33 Inches |
| Rod Type | 1-Piece Solid Steel |
| Coating | SAF-T-CLAD Blue Protective Coating |
| Thread Size | #3-48 |
| Handle | Swivel T-Handle |
| Included Accessories | Precision Barbed Jag, Phosphor Bronze Bore Brush, Cotton Bore Mop |
| Country of Origin | Made in USA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What .17 caliber rifles is this cleaning rod compatible with?
This rod is designed for all standard .17 caliber smallbore rifles, including popular chamberings like .17 HMR (Hornady Magnum Rimfire) and .17 HM2. The 33" one-piece length is well-suited for most bolt-action and semi-automatic smallbore rifles. The #3-48 thread standard is the industry norm for .17 and .22 caliber accessories, so the included jag, brush, and mop — as well as most aftermarket smallbore accessories — will thread on securely.
Why choose a one-piece rod over a sectional cleaning rod?
One-piece rods like this Kleen-Bore Saf-T-Clad model offer significantly better rigidity and bore alignment than multi-section rods. Sectional rods can flex or wobble at the joints, potentially causing uneven contact with your rifling or even scratching the bore. The single-piece construction combined with the SAF-T-CLAD protective coating means the rod glides smoothly through the barrel without metal-on-metal contact that could damage the bore's crown or rifling over time.
What cleaning solvents and oils can I use with this rod and its accessories?
The phosphor bronze bore brush and cotton mop are compatible with all standard firearms cleaning solvents, copper removers, and bore oils. The SAF-T-CLAD coating on the steel rod is chemically resistant to most common cleaners. However, it is always good practice to rinse or wipe down the rod after exposure to aggressive copper-dissolving solvents to maintain the coating's integrity and extend the rod's service life.
- Caliber:
- 17Cal
- Type:
- Cleaning Rod