Description
When it comes to getting a .22 bore truly clean, a good bronze brush does the heavy lifting that patches and solvent alone can't. Hoppe's has been making these for decades, and the 1303P is their classic phosphor bronze brush built specifically for .22 caliber rifle bores. This listing gets you a 10-pack, so you've got plenty on hand for regular range cleanup and the kind of fouling that builds up after a long session.
The bristles are phosphor bronze, which is the sweet spot for bore work. They're stiff enough to break loose stubborn lead, copper, carbon and powder residue, but soft enough that they won't chew up your rifling the way a steel brush can. Running one through with some solvent gives you that multi-directional scrubbing action that loosens the gunk so a follow-up patch can carry it out.
Why the .22 Caliber Hoppe's 1303P Brush Earns Its Spot
Brushes are consumables. The bristles wear down and flare out over time, which is exactly why buying them in a 10-pack makes sense. You rotate in a fresh brush when the old one starts getting loose, and you're never stuck mid-cleaning with a worn-out brush and a dirty bore. For anyone who shoots .22 regularly, having spares in the cleaning box just saves headaches.
Fit and Compatibility of the Hoppe's Phosphor Bronze .22 Brush
Each brush uses the standard #8-32 thread pattern, so it threads directly onto Hoppe's cleaning rods and just about any other standard rod or adapter you're already running. There's no special setup here. If you've got a .22 rifle and a standard cleaning rod, these drop right into your existing kit and get to work.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Hoppe's
- Manufacturer Part Number: 1303P
- UPC: 026285513882
- Caliber: .22 Caliber
- Style: Rifle
- Product Type: Cleaning Brush
- Bristle Material: Phosphor Bronze
- Thread Pattern: #8-32
- Quantity: 10 Pack
What’s Included
- 10 Hoppe's 1303P phosphor bronze .22 caliber bore brushes
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the Hoppe's 1303P brush damage my rifle's bore?
No, phosphor bronze is specifically chosen for bore brushes because it's abrasive enough to lift fouling but soft enough that it won't harm your rifling. Running it through with solvent loosens lead, copper and carbon without scratching the steel. Just avoid reversing direction while the brush is inside the bore to keep things smooth.
What thread pattern does the 1303P use and will it fit my cleaning rod?
The 1303P uses the standard #8-32 thread pattern. That means it threads directly onto Hoppe's cleaning rods and the vast majority of other standard rods and adapters on the market. If you're running a common .22 cleaning setup, it should fit without any extra hardware.
Why does this come in a 10-pack instead of a single brush?
Bore brushes are wear items. The bristles gradually flare out and lose their scrubbing bite as you use them, so buying a 10-pack means you always have a fresh one ready to swap in. It's a practical choice for anyone who shoots .22 often and cleans regularly.
Can I use the 1303P brush on a .22 pistol or just rifles?
This particular brush is built for .22 caliber rifle bores. Hoppe's does make dedicated pistol brushes in similar calibers with shorter sections designed for handgun barrels, so if you're cleaning a .22 pistol specifically, it's worth looking at a pistol-specific option. For .22 rifles, the 1303P is the right tool.




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