Description
Anyone who spends a day on the trap or skeet field knows how quick plastic wad residue and unburned powder build up in a shotgun bore. The Kleen-Bore ClayMate is built to deal with exactly that. It runs down the barrel with soft, absorbent synthetic fibers that grab fouling and wipe it away, letting you freshen up your bore between rounds instead of hauling everything back to the bench for a full teardown.
What Sets the ClayMate Apart
The magic here is the two-part design. A phosphor bronze brush breaks loose the stubborn stuff clinging to the bore walls, then the fiber-coated rod passes through and picks it all up. The brush is held tight by a solid brass fitting, so it stays put and resists debris buildup where the sections join. Phosphor bronze is the go-to bristle material because it scrubs hard without chewing up the bore, so you get real cleaning power without worrying about your barrel.
Built for 12 and 16 Gauge Field Days
This tool is sized for both 12 and 16 gauge barrels and stretches out long enough to reach through any modern shotgun barrel with room to spare. It comes apart into sections for easy storage in a range bag or blind bag, and the whole thing is washable, so when it gets loaded up you rinse it, dry it, and it's ready for the next outing. Brass threaded ends and a T-handle make it comfortable to run through the bore without fighting it.
Why the ClayMate Earns a Spot in Your Bag
Sporting clays shooters, waterfowl hunters, and anybody who runs a lot of shells through a 12 or 16 will get real mileage out of this. It's durable, reusable, and simple, the kind of tool you toss in the bag once and reach for over and over. Keeping a clean bore round after round means more consistent patterns and a shotgun that keeps running the way it should.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Kleen-Bore
- Model: ClayMate Shotgun Cleaning Tool
- Manufacturer Part Number: CLM
- UPC: 026249006009
- Product Type: Bore Cleaner
- Fits: 12 Gauge and 16 Gauge
- Color: Red
- Length: 38 inches
- Threads: #10-32, compatible with 5/16-27
- Brush Material: Phosphor Bronze
- Fitting: Brass
- Fiber Type: Absorbent synthetic
- Reusable: Yes, washable
What’s Included
- Kleen-Bore ClayMate fiber-coated cleaning rod
- Phosphor bronze brush
- Brass fitting/adapter
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the ClayMate fit both 12 and 16 gauge shotguns?
Yes, this tool is made to service both 12 and 16 gauge barrels. The synthetic fibers are sized to fit snugly in those bores, which is what lets them wipe out fouling as they pass through. A snug fit is normal and can ease up slightly with use.
Can I use the Kleen-Bore ClayMate without breaking down my shotgun?
That is the whole idea behind it. The ClayMate is designed to run down the barrel for a quick clean between rounds on the trap, skeet, or sporting clays field, so you can knock out residue without a full teardown. When you get home you can still do a proper deep clean, but this keeps things running in the meantime.
Is the phosphor bronze brush safe for my barrel?
Phosphor bronze is the standard bristle material for exactly this reason. It scrubs loose plastic wad residue and unburned powder without harming the steel of your bore. It is aggressive on fouling but easy on the barrel itself.
Is the ClayMate reusable, and how do I clean it?
It is fully reusable and washable. When the fibers load up with fouling, rinse the tool, let it dry, and it is ready for your next range day. That makes it a one-time buy that keeps earning its spot in your bag season after season.





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