Description
Pro-Shot built this 36-inch rod for the folks who care about what their bore looks like after cleaning day. It is a true one-piece stainless steel design, so there are no joints or seams to trap grit or flex where you do not want them to. The rod works with .27 caliber rifles and up, giving you the reach for full-length bolt guns, long varmint barrels, and just about any centerfire rifle in that diameter range. The stated 36 inches is the working length, so plan on roughly another four inches once you count the handle.
What Makes the Micro-Polished Rod Different
The headline feature here is the finish. Pro-Shot heat treats the steel first, then runs it through centerless grinding and a micro-polishing and burnishing process that leaves a dense, mirror-like jeweled surface. That polish matters more than it sounds. A rough rod picks up abrasive grit and drags it back and forth through your bore, which is the last thing you want near the muzzle or throat. This one is smooth enough to slide clean and shed that dirt instead of carrying it.
Threading and the Spinning Handle on the Pro-Shot Rod
The .27 and up rods use standard industry #8-32 threads, so your existing jags, brushes, and patch holders should thread right on without an adapter. Pro-Shot also skips the adapter approach so your attachments stay in line with the rod and do not wobble. The patented-pending handle is the other nice touch. It rotates freely, letting the bore brush spiral along with the rifling and actually scrub the grooves instead of just skating over them. It is a small thing that makes a real difference on a precision barrel.
Made in the USA and used by accuracy-minded and competition shooters, this is the kind of rod you buy once and keep on the bench for years. It ships in a reusable clear plastic tube for safe storage between cleanings.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Pro-Shot
- Model: Rifle
- Manufacturer Part Number: 1PS-36-27/U
- UPC: 709779400256
- Product Type: Cleaning Rod
- Working Length: 36 in
- Caliber Range: .27 Caliber & Up
- Thread Pattern: #8-32
- Material: Stainless Steel
- Construction: One-Piece Micro-Polished
- Handle: Free-Rotating Swivel Design
- Country of Origin: Made in USA
- Quantity: 1
What’s Included
- One-piece micro-polished stainless steel cleaning rod
- Brass patch holder
- #AD2 brass adapter
- Reusable clear plastic storage tube
Frequently Asked Questions
What calibers does this Pro-Shot 36in rod work with?
This rod is designed for .27 caliber rifles and up, so it covers most centerfire rifles in that diameter range and larger. It uses standard #8-32 threading, which is the common size for .27 and up accessories. If you shoot smaller bores like .22 or .17, you would want the matching diameter rod instead.
Do I need an adapter to use my existing jags and brushes?
The #8-32 threads on this rod match standard industry accessories, so most .27 and up jags, brushes, and patch holders thread right on. Pro-Shot skips the thread adapter approach so your tips stay aligned with the rod and do not wobble. It does ship with an #AD2 brass adapter, but that piece is only for making a smooth transition when you want to run smaller diameter accessories, not for changing thread sizes.
Why does the handle spin on the Pro-Shot micro-polished rod?
The free-rotating handle lets the rod turn as you push it through the bore. That way your brush follows the twist of the rifling and scrubs the grooves completely instead of dragging straight across them. It is a small design detail that helps you get a more thorough clean, especially on precision barrels.
Is the 36 inch length the full rod or just the working length?
The 36 inches refers to the working length, meaning the usable rod not counting the handle. Add roughly four inches for the handle when you are figuring out total length. That working length gives you plenty of reach for full-size bolt guns and longer rifle barrels.




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