Description
The Hoppe's PCO38 covers the three most common handgun calibers you're likely to own, packing the tools and chemistry to keep a .38 Special, .357 Magnum, or 9mm running the way it should. At the heart of it is Hoppe's No. 9, the bore cleaner that's been on gun benches since 1903. That familiar smell means it's cutting through carbon, lead, and powder fouling, the stuff that builds up in your bore and slowly robs you of accuracy and reliability if you let it sit.
What Comes in the PCO38 Kit
Hoppe's kept this one practical and complete. You get a 2 oz bottle of No. 9 gun bore cleaner and a 2.25 oz bottle of Hoppe's lubricating oil, so cleaning and lubing are both handled in one box. The tools include an aluminum cleaning rod with a pistol rod knob, round die-cut cotton patches, slotted ends and adapters, plus a nylon brush and nylon jag sized for these calibers. It's enough to run a proper patch-brush-patch routine without hunting around for extra pieces.
Why the No. 9 Solvent Still Wins
There's a reason generations of handgun owners reach for the same green bottle. No. 9 dissolves lead, powder, and metal fouling, and it'll pull rust and copper residue out of the rifling too. Pair it with a few passes of the nylon brush and a couple of dry patches, then a light wipe of the lubricating oil, and your barrel is protected against corrosion until the next range trip.
Built to Ride in Your Range Bag
The whole kit lives in a reusable polypropylene storage box with a reinforced hinge and double latches, so it holds up to being tossed in a range bag or stashed in a drawer. It's compact enough to grab and go, which makes it a natural fit for anyone maintaining a carry gun, a nightstand revolver, or a range 9mm. Whether you're a first-time owner setting up your first cleaning routine or a seasoned hand who just wants a caliber-specific kit ready to go, the PCO38 keeps the essentials in one spot.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Hoppe's
- Manufacturer Part Number: PCO38
- UPC: 026285511499
- Product Type: Handgun Cleaning Kit
- Compatible Calibers: .38 / .357 / 9mm
- Bore Cleaner: Hoppe's No. 9, 2 oz
- Lubricating Oil: Hoppe's Lubricating Oil, 2.25 oz
- Cleaning Rod: Aluminum with pistol rod knob
- Brush & Jag: Nylon brush and nylon jag
- Case Material: Reusable polypropylene box with reinforced hinge and double latch
- Style: Handgun
- Shipping Weight: 1.1 lbs
What’s Included
- Hoppe's No. 9 Gun Bore Cleaner (2 oz)
- Hoppe's Lubricating Oil (2.25 oz)
- Aluminum cleaning rod with pistol rod knob
- Round die-cut cotton patches
- Slotted ends and adapters
- Nylon brush
- Nylon slotted end
- Nylon jag
- Reusable plastic storage box
Frequently Asked Questions
What calibers does the Hoppe's PCO38 kit clean?
The PCO38 is set up for .38 Special, .357 Magnum, and 9mm handguns, which covers a huge slice of the revolvers and semi-autos out there. The brush, jag, and slotted ends are sized to fit those bores snugly. If you own a Glock, a Smith & Wesson revolver, or most any 9mm pistol, this kit has you covered.
Does the PCO38 come with both cleaner and oil?
Yes. It includes a 2 oz bottle of Hoppe's No. 9 bore cleaner for dissolving fouling and a 2.25 oz bottle of Hoppe's lubricating oil to protect the metal afterward. That means you can run a full clean-and-lube session straight out of the box without buying anything extra.
Is the cleaning rod in the PCO38 aluminum or brass?
The kit ships with an aluminum cleaning rod fitted with a pistol rod knob and slotted ends. Aluminum keeps the rod light and easy to work with for handgun barrels. It threads to accept the slotted tips and nylon jag included in the kit.
Will the storage box hold up in a range bag?
It's built to. The box is a reusable polypropylene design with a reinforced hinge and double latches, so it takes the bumps of getting tossed in a range bag or stashed in a drawer. Everything stays organized in one compact package between cleanings.




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