Otis Cleaning System

[dromia]

I've been using this system now for a few years and really rate it.

It hasn't replaced the cleaning rod totally when you feel the need to go at it with a brush but as most of my cleaning is done now with patches I find the pull through system works fine and is less cumbersome.

I was brought up on pull throughs so I'm very comfortable with this evolution of it.

Not the cheapest but after years of use I can testify to its durability.

http://www.otisgun.com/Products/cleanin ... 1FEEDF6983

[ovenpaa]

I was given an Otis cleaning system in 7,62x51 for a birthday a few years ago, dismissed it on the spot and threw it in my range bag however it does get used more and more and I have quite warmed to the system. It will never replace the cleaning rod and workbench on a Sunday afternoon however for range use it is invaluable.

[froggy]

Salut,

I thk they are great.
I have been using the small round "sniper" Mdl (5.56 & 7.62) and recently got the new IWCK multi calibers (5.56, 7.62, 9 & 11.45 Mm). It does contain on top of the Otix flexi rod a hard 4 parts one identical to the M16 USG issued rod. Everything you need but the down side is that it is much bigger .
Overall I am very happy with it and worth all the pennies

[ovenpaa]

The only mildly annoying part is pushing the brushes back into the foam inserts after use.

[froggy]

+1 Ovenpaa and they dont hold/stay in the inserts very well ...

On the new Iwck the brushes fit very well in little plastic/rubber compartements and stay there secured no prob. But it adds some more weight that the foam.

[DL.]

The patches seemed a bit of an odd idea to me, so I just use flanelette. Also the small dvd that came with the kit didn't shed much light on what some of the bits are used for.

I find it really useful to take with me when I'm shooting and routinely use it to give the rifle a pull through before going out in the field.

Wouldn't be without it, and the pull throughs feel much more dependable than a bore snake.

[Dangermouse]

Dromia, knowing your like of older more traditional gear, I really sat up and paid attention to you recommending this product.

I have seen it for sale often but not having seen it on the range, I decided that it probably fits in the Gimmick box.
I will consider it in future, especially as I am after some cleaning stuff for my 9mm,

Thanks,

DM

[lapua338]

The only mildly annoying part is pushing the brushes back into the foam inserts after use.

Only mildly annoying?? :x

I always puncture the tips of my fingers trying to fit those bloody bronze brushes back into the die-cut interior!

The mohair lens brush is pretty awesome and the other brass parts are very durable!

[ovenpaa]

The secret is to flex the foam outwards to open the cut out, downside of this is the other brushes can then fall out. I always have to think about how to use the patches that come with it so I use oversize patches just pushed through the hole instead.

[saddler]

Big fan of the system too!

Keep one in my range bag whenever I am shooting

Started with the basic blister pack set - then added a few items to it - then got the aforementioned 556/762 sniper pack - now trying to add the IWCK set to my collection as that does 12-ga as well plus has a Gerber tool in the set
The letter packs pop up on Fleabay US quite a lot for not a lot of $$$ (at least, compared to RRP!!! )