Birchwood Casey 41442 Carbon Cleaning Rod 48" .270-.50 Cal

The Birchwood Casey 41442 carbon fiber cleaning rod delivers superior strength and flexibility for maintaining rifles chambered in .270 through .50 caliber. This 48-inch rod provides the reach needed for long-barreled rifles while eliminating the scratching and wear associated with traditional steel rods.

What Makes This Different

Carbon fiber construction offers exceptional rigidity without the weight penalty of steel alternatives. The material resists bending under cleaning pressure while maintaining a smooth surface that won't damage rifling or bore surfaces. At 48 inches, this rod accommodates the longest sporting rifle barrels without requiring extensions or multiple sections that can introduce wobble during cleaning.

Key Features

• Carbon fiber construction eliminates bore scratching and rifling damage
• 48-inch length handles rifles up to 46-inch barrels without extensions
• Compatible with .270 through .50 caliber rifle bores
• Lightweight design reduces cleaning fatigue during extended sessions
• Corrosion-resistant material won't rust or pit like steel rods
• Standard 8-32 threading accepts most cleaning jags and brushes
• One-piece design eliminates connection points that collect debris

This cleaning rod performs consistently across temperature extremes without the thermal expansion issues that affect metal alternatives. The carbon fiber material maintains its straightness through repeated use, ensuring consistent cleaning strokes that follow the bore centerline. Hunters and competitive shooters rely on this rod for maintaining accuracy-critical barrels where even minor scratching can affect precision.

Technical Specs

• Length: 48 inches
• Caliber Range: .270 to .50 caliber
• Material: Carbon fiber composite
• Threading: Standard 8-32 male tip
• Weight: Approximately 4 ounces
• Finish: Matte black carbon fiber
• Compatibility: Universal cleaning accessories with 8-32 threads

Professional gunsmiths and serious shooters choose carbon fiber cleaning rods to protect their investment in precision barrels. The Birchwood Casey 41442 combines the reach needed for modern long-range rifles with the gentle cleaning action that preserves bore condition over thousands of cleaning cycles.