5-Pack .30/ .38 Caliber Brass Slotted Tip

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SKU: ST-0001-030-p5

5-Pack .30/ .38 Caliber Brass Slotted Tip

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5-Pack .30/ .38 Caliber Brass Slotted Tip

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SKU: ST-0001-030-p5

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One brass slotted tip covers two of the most popular bore size ranges in shooting -.30 caliber rifles and .38/9mm pistols. The .308 Win, .30-06, .30-30, 7.62x39, 9mm Luger, .38 Special, and .357 Magnum all fall within the diameter range this tip handles. Slip a cleaning patch into the slot, connect it to your cleaning rod, and push it through the bore. The patch stays locked in the slot whether you push forward or pull back - giving you bidirectional gun cleaning that a pointed jag cannot do.

Rifle shooters in .30 cal deal with copper fouling that requires solvent dwell time. Pistol shooters in 9mm and .38 face carbon buildup and lead deposits from high round counts. Both fouling types benefit from the same first step: flooding the bore with solvent and letting it work. A brass slotted tip delivers solvent generously because the patch sits loose enough to release liquid into the rifling grooves instead of wiping it off like a tight-fitting jag would. That's why the slotted tip handles the wet stage while the jag handles the dry stage.

For bore cleaning across multiple firearms in one session, the slotted patch holder shines. Wet-patch your .308 bolt gun, let it soak while you clean your 9mm carry pistol, then come back to the rifle with a brush and jag. Among gun cleaning accessories and rod tips, solid brass construction means this one survives years of solvent exposure without corroding or snapping like plastic alternatives.

Caliber:

.270 Win, .270 WSM, .280 Rem, .30-06, .300 Win Mag, .30-30, .308 Win, .30 Carbine, .357 Magnum, .357 Sig, .380 ACP, .38 Special, 7.62 NATO, 7.62x39, 7mm-08, 7mm Rem Mag, 9mm

Product Type:

Slotted Tip

Firearm Type:

Pistol, Revolver, Rifle

Use Case:

Final Patch Cleaning

Tip Material:

Brass

Bore Diameter Range (in):

0.277"–0.357"

Thread Size:

8-32

Pack Size:

10-Pack, 20-Pack, 3-Pack, 5-Pack, Single

Country of Origin:

Imported (China)

Brand:

GUNNIX

What calibers does a .30/.38 slotted tip cover?

This slotted tip fits both .30 caliber rifles and .38 caliber pistols - the bore diameters are close enough (0.308" and 0.357") that one size covers both with standard patches. Specific cartridges include: .308 Win, .30-06, .30-30, .300 Blackout, 7.62x39, .38 Special, .357 Magnum, and 9mm. The slotted tip's flexible patch fit means it adapts across this range where a jag would need separate sizes.

When should I use a slotted tip instead of a jag?

Use the slotted tip when you want to work a solvent-soaked patch back and forth inside the bore - this is the fastest way to flood the barrel with cleaner. The slotted tip also wins for quick oiling passes after cleaning. Switch to a jag when you need precision: dry patches on a jag give you a tight fit and clear visual feedback on bore condition. The slotted tip is step one; the jag is the finishing step.

Can I use the same slotted tip for my .308 rifle and my 9mm pistol?

Yes. The .30/.38 slotted tip covers both bore diameters. Since a slotted tip holds the patch loosely (unlike a jag which wraps it tight), the patch compresses to fit either bore. You just adjust the patch size: a 2-inch patch for the .308 rifle, a 1.5-inch patch for the 9mm pistol. This dual-use flexibility is one of the main reasons shooters keep a slotted tip alongside their caliber-specific jags.

How is a brass slotted tip different from the loop tip in my cleaning kit?

Some kits include a wire loop that threads a patch through a single bent wire - these are cheap, damage-prone, and hold patches poorly. A brass slotted tip has a machined slot in a solid brass body that grips the patch securely and won't bend or break under pressure. The brass tip also provides more consistent bore contact because it doesn't flex during use. If your kit came with a wire loop, upgrading to a brass slotted tip is one of the cheapest improvements you can make.

Does a slotted tip work with a flexible cleaning cable?

Yes, as long as the threading matches. Most .30/.38 caliber slotted tips use 8-32 threads, which is the same standard used by flexible cleaning cables for rifles and pistols. A cable with a slotted tip is a convenient combination for field cleaning - thread a patch, pull the cable through from the breech, and you've wiped the bore in seconds. The slotted tip's push-pull design pairs especially well with cables since you can reverse direction easily.

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