Description
The action area of a bolt action rifle collects more nasty buildup than most people realize. Brass shavings, powder residue, bolt lug grease, and solvents pile up in the locking lug recess and chamber where standard cleaning methods just can't reach. Left unchecked, this debris causes malfunctions and accelerates wear on your bolt, lugs, and action.
Bore Tech's approach to this problem sets it apart. Instead of trying to force a brush or cotton roll through tight spaces, their patented molded rubber wiper flexes to conform perfectly to your action walls. You simply spike a 2.5-inch patch over the wiper and run it through the lugs and action. The wiper bends with your rifle's internal geometry rather than fighting it, which means you clean more surface area in less time.
What's in the Kit
The centerpiece is a 20-inch polished stainless steel rod that keeps your handle safely behind the stock, preventing contact with your cheek piece during cleanup. A polymer rod collar centers the rod and protects delicate action components from any accidental damage. The kit includes a medium chamber mop for the final cleanup inside your chamber, plus a pack of Bore Tech's X-Count cotton patches sized specifically for the bolt action wiper. Everything ships in a clear plastic tube with a hang hole so you can store it however works best for your bench or range bag.
Compatibility and Real-World Use
This kit is built for the most popular 2-lug centerfire bolt actions. If your rifle has that standard 0.695 to 0.700-inch bolt body diameter, it'll work with your gun. That covers most Remingtons, Winchesters, Rugers, Brownings, Savages, and custom actions built on common platforms. If you need compatibility with 3-lug actions or less common bolt sizes, Bore Tech sells alternative wipers separately.
Rifle competitors and precision shooters tend to grab this tool because it delivers the thoroughness they need between matches. One wet patch followed by two dry patches leaves your action sparkling clean. Users consistently report being shocked at how much embedded contamination comes out, even on rifles they thought were already clean.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Bore Tech
- Model Number: BTAT-100-00
- UPC: 667739980753
- Rod Material: Polished Stainless Steel
- Rod Length: 20 inches
- Rod Diameter: 0.250 inches
- Rod Thread Pitch: 8/32 female threads
- Wiper Design: Patent pending molded rubber wiper
- Recommended Patch Size: 2.5 inch round Bore Tech X-Count patches
- Chamber Mop Size: Medium (fits 6mm to 7.62 calibers)
- Bolt Compatibility: 2-lug centerfire rifles with 0.695-0.700 inch bolt body diameter
- Storage: Clear screw-top plastic tube with hang hole
- Country of Origin: USA
What’s Included
- 20-inch polished stainless steel rod
- Polymer rod collar
- Patent-pending molded rubber bolt action wiper
- Medium chamber mop
- 2.5-inch round Bore Tech X-Count cotton patches
- Clear screw-top plastic storage tube with hang hole
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this cleaning kit fit my rifle?
This kit is designed for 2-lug centerfire bolt action rifles with a 0.695 to 0.700-inch bolt body diameter. Most Remington, Winchester, Ruger, Browning, Savage, and custom actions fall into this range. If you have a 3-lug action or less common action type, Bore Tech offers alternative wiper attachments sold separately.
Can I use regular patches with the bolt action wiper?
The kit comes with 2.5-inch round Bore Tech X-Count patches specifically sized for the molded rubber wiper. These work best because of how they conform to the wiper's shape. While you could experiment with other quality cotton patches in a pinch, the included size is engineered for optimal coverage and cleaning performance.
Do I need to remove my barrel to use this cleaning kit?
No barrel removal required. The patented molded wiper and 20-inch rod are designed to access your action, chamber, and locking lug recess with your barrel still attached. The only way to get even deeper cleaning would be to pull the barrel, but this kit handles the areas that matter most during routine maintenance.
How often should I use the action cleaning kit?
How often depends on how much you shoot. For casual range trips, maybe once a season is fine. If you're competing or shooting regularly, many competitive shooters use it between matches or every few range sessions. The kit makes it so quick and easy that there's really no good reason to skip it when you're already cleaning the rest of your rifle.





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