Hoppe’s 3-Piece Aluminum Cleaning Rod – .22 Cal Rifle (3PA22)

Description

Hoppe's has been in the gun-care game for over a century, and this .22 caliber rod is one of those simple pieces that earns a permanent spot on the bench. It's a three-section aluminum rod that threads together into a full-length shaft for cleaning, then breaks back down into short pieces when you're done. Aluminum keeps it light and easy to pack, which is why a lot of folks keep one in the truck or hunting bag as a backup to their fancier one-piece bench rod.

What the Hoppe's .22 Rod Brings to the Bench

The headliner here is the ball-bearing swivel T-handle. As you push a patch or jag down the barrel, the handle lets the tip spin freely so it follows the rifling instead of fighting against it. That means smoother passes and less chance of scrubbing the lands the wrong way. Assembled, the rod runs about 32.5 inches of cleaning length with an overall length near 34.5 inches once you count the handle, so it clears the muzzle on most .22 rifles and even longer-barreled rimfires.

Tips Included With the 3PA22 Cleaning Rod

This one ships with two nylon end accessories: a .22 caliber slotted tip and a .22 caliber jag. The slotted tip is your go-to for running dry or solvent-soaked patches, and the jag gives you a tighter, more centered patch pass for that final polish. Both use the standard 8-32 thread, so they'll swap out with brushes, mops, and other accessories you probably already have in your kit. It all tucks into a reusable pouch for storage.

Getting the Most Out of It

A quick tip from behind the counter: this is a rimfire rod, so match your patch size to the .22 bore and don't force an oversized patch through. Snug is good, jammed is asking for trouble. Run it with a bore guide when you can, take it slow, and this little rod will keep your rimfire shooting clean for a long time.