Description
Keeping a handgun running clean does not require a tackle-box full of gear, and this little Gunmaster kit proves it. The whole 8-piece setup tucks away inside its own 4.5-inch aluminum handle, so the rods, brushes, and slotted tip all travel together without rattling loose in the bottom of a bag. It covers the full spread of common pistol and revolver calibers, from .22 up through .45, which makes it a handy one-and-done answer for a mixed handgun collection.
What the Gunmaster Compact Kit Brings to the Bench
Inside you get a two-piece solid brass rod that threads together to reach barrels up to about eight inches, four caliber-matched bore brushes covering .22, .38/.357/9mm, .40, and .45, and a brass slotted tip for running patches. Brass is the smart choice here because it is softer than your bore, so it scrubs out fouling and lead without scratching the rifling the way steel can. It is a straightforward, no-frills spread that handles the cleaning most handgun owners do week to week.
Built to Ride Along in a Range Bag
At right around three ounces and roughly the size of a marker, this thing disappears into a pistol case, glovebox, or jacket pocket. Folks who own it tend to point out the same thing: the multi-caliber brush selection alone earns its keep, and the rod stays rigid enough to push a patch straight through without a lot of flex. It is the kind of kit you clean with after a range session, then screw shut and toss right back in the lock box next to the gun.
A Sensible Pick for New and Seasoned Owners
This is a basic maintenance kit, not a full bench station, and that is exactly the point. Pair it with your favorite solvent and oil and you have a compact package that keeps a carry gun or plinker in good shape between deeper cleanings. For anyone who wants something simple to grab and go, the Gunmaster compact kit checks the boxes without the bulk.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: DAC Technologies
- Model: GunMaster
- Manufacturer Part Number: 38290
- UPC: 761903382906
- Product Type: Cleaning Kit
- Piece Count: 8
- Caliber Range: .22 through .45
- Brush Calibers: .22, .38/.357/9mm, .40, .45
- Rod Material: Solid brass, 2-piece
- Handle: 4.5-inch aluminum, doubles as storage case
- Max Barrel Length: Up to 8 inches
- Weight: Approx. 3 oz
What’s Included
- 4.5-inch aluminum handle with integrated storage
- 2-piece solid brass cleaning rod
- .22 caliber bore brush
- .38/.357/9mm caliber bore brush
- .40 caliber bore brush
- .45 caliber bore brush
- Brass slotted patch tip
Frequently Asked Questions
What calibers does the Gunmaster compact kit clean?
It covers handguns from .22 through .45 caliber. The four included bore brushes are sized for .22, .38/.357/9mm, .40, and .45, so it handles the most common pistol and revolver bores. That range makes it a solid choice if you own several handguns in different calibers.
How does everything store in the aluminum handle?
The rod sections, brushes, and slotted tip all pack inside the hollow 4.5-inch aluminum handle, which caps off to keep the pieces together. This keeps the whole kit compact and rattle-free in a bag or case. It is small and light enough to fit in a pistol case, glovebox, or jacket pocket.
Why are the rods and brushes made of brass?
Brass is softer than your barrel steel, so it scrubs out carbon and lead fouling without scratching the rifling. That is standard practice for bore cleaning tools and helps protect accuracy over time. It is a gentler option than a harder steel rod.
Will the rod reach all the way through a pistol barrel?
The two-piece rod threads together and reaches barrels up to about eight inches, which covers the vast majority of handguns and many revolvers. For most semi-autos and wheelguns you will have plenty of length to push a patch straight through. Longer specialty barrels may exceed its reach.






Reviews
There are no reviews yet.