Description
Keeping a muzzleloader bore clean is half the battle when it comes to accuracy and long-term reliability, and these CVA cotton cleaning patches make that job painless. Cut to a 2-inch round diameter, they slip right over a CVA cleaning jag and pack the bore snug enough to grab powder residue, crud, and old lubricant on the way through. Cotton does the heavy lifting here since it soaks up solvent and holds onto fouling instead of just smearing it around.
Where These CVA Cleaning Patches Earn Their Keep
The 2-inch size is a sweet spot for a wide range of muzzleloading calibers, and folks report good results running them through .45 and .50 caliber bores, with plenty of reach for smaller and mid-size guns too. Run one wet with your solvent of choice, follow it with a dry patch or two, and finish with a lightly oiled one to fend off rust. Just keep in mind these are made for cleaning duty, not for use as a ball or shooting patch.
Why the 500-Count Bag Makes Sense
Anybody who shoots black powder knows patches disappear fast. A single thorough cleaning can eat up half a dozen or more, so buying them one small pack at a time gets old quick. The 500-count bag keeps a healthy stash on the bench so you never cut a cleaning short, and the extras are handy for wiping down the outside of the gun, cleaning the breech plug, or general shop use.
Paired with a good bore solvent and a rust-preventing oil, these patches round out a basic maintenance setup nicely. They are a simple, no-drama consumable that does exactly what it should, which is why a lot of muzzleloader owners just keep reordering the same bag.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Connecticut Valley Arms / CVA
- Manufacturer Part Number: AC1455C
- UPC: 043125134557
- Product Type: Cleaning Patches
- Material: 100% Cotton
- Patch Diameter: 2 in.
- Patch Shape: Round
- Quantity: 500 Per Pkg
- Intended Use: Bore and action cleaning (not for use as a ball patch)
- Jag Compatibility: Fits CVA cleaning jags
- Shipping Weight: 0.55 lb
What’s Included
- 500 CVA 2-inch cotton cleaning patches
Frequently Asked Questions
What calibers do these CVA 2-inch cleaning patches work with?
The 2-inch round size covers a broad range of muzzleloading bores and works well in popular calibers like .45 and .50. For larger bores some folks prefer a slightly bigger patch, but these handle general cleaning across most muzzleloaders just fine. Fit also depends on the jag you are running, so pairing them with a CVA jag gives the most consistent hold.
Can I use these patches as shooting or ball patches?
No, these are cleaning patches only. They are cut and made for swabbing solvent, fouling, and oil through the bore, not for loading a patched round ball. Grab a dedicated shooting patch for that job.
Are the CVA cleaning patches made of cotton?
Yes, they are 100% cotton, which is exactly what you want for cleaning. Cotton absorbs solvent and holds onto powder residue and fouling instead of just pushing it around the bore. That absorbency also makes them handy for wiping down the outside of the gun.
Why buy the 500-count pack instead of a smaller one?
Black powder cleaning burns through patches quickly, often several per session, so a bigger bag means you never have to skimp on a thorough cleaning. The 500-count keeps a solid supply on hand for range days, hunting trips, and post-shoot maintenance. The leftovers are also useful for breech plug cleanup and general bench work.





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