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Bharada and I were talking about Otis Cleaning Kits. I have one that I have had for almost a year and have yet to use. I take it with me but because I cleaned at home and have years of cleaning kits an pieces I have just never used it.
My particular kit is the Marine Corps M4 5.56x45 cleaning kit with he NSN on it. The pieces are blued steel and it is a fine kit. It also comes with optics cleaning items. Here is a link to the particular kit:
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We noticed (actually he noticed) that the price is over $100 dollars. I looked at a couple of other sights and the prices went as high as $118. I didnt pay near this much, I went to one of the popular online auction/buy now sites. I went to the same dealer I purchased mine from. They are still selling them for $29 free shipping. It is an excellent kit for the maintenance of your Sporting Rifle, and if it is good enough for the boys in the sandbox it is good enough for me. I understand that some shops have overhead and such to deal with but I really thought that this is another case of serious price gouging. I just thought I would post this.
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Thanks oneye,
I've been looking for one of these for a few months now and was also seeing them in the $100 range. Where were you seeing them for $30?
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bdmac....pm sent!
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Re: Otis Cleaning Kits
Why the pm? Why not just let us all know?
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because there are certain things that you cannot post on the forum, I have been busted for breaking the rules and really prefer not to get busted again. It is not a problem but if you read the rules you will know what I am talking about and understand. I am not trying to hide anything from anyone, I am just operating within the parameters established my the management!
This kit is a newer version of mine, I will be ordering one next week.
Rootbrain, would you like the link?
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PM me please. Thanks,
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John..its on its way!
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Grover, I don't have a cleaning kit for my 15/22, just for my 22 handguns. If these would work in a 22 rifle, please send me the link. Thank you.
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Please PM me with the info on the Otis kit for $30
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Thanks for the link Grover. That is a great kit for the price. I have an Otis multi caliber kit that covers pistol, shotgun, and rifle (didn't spend no $100+ for it). Learning to use the Otis patch system the first time is like trying to fold an origami crane. Once I got it down, the Otis patch is good for a few pulls down the bore.
I just wanted to see the auction. That price is real good.
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Grover, I don't have a cleaning kit for my 15/22, just for my 22 handguns. If these would work in a 22 rifle, please send me the link. Thank you.
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The AR15 is a .22 caliber rifle. It works in the 15-22. I use an Otis kit on both.
The easiest tool for cleaning the bore of a 15-22 is a .22 cal Hoppes Boresnake. Three pulls, and I'm done.
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Yeah...I will be getting one, I dont know why other than it is a better one than my older kit. I just figured out that I can use my bigger swabs with my Otis kit and makes a multicaliber out of it.
I use my boresnake a lot also, I have them in 22 cal and 30 cal.
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Cleaning tools are as addictive as the firearm itself.
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We are headed out to do some plinking...if anyone wants the link I will send it to you after while.
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I would like that link as well. I just bought an otis one for twice that amount but it has yet to ship.
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fwiw, I've went through a few Otis kits until I realized all I needed was the cable out of the kit. I went to amazon and purchased 6 Otis Micro kits. Now when I clean, I stage all 6 and it speeds up cleaning by just pulling them all through one at a time. (with whatever lube/cleaner I plan on using). I think I purchased each kit for about $12-13 shipped. I put all 6 cables w/ patch already rigged up in a zippered case for a mouse. (also holds the lube) The small kits have a different thread for brushes but I usually use a bore guide if I let my firearm get that dirty.
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I would like that link also. Thanks...Sam
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I started using Otis several years back with my match grade rimfires.
I'm a firm believer. I can't make myself put a rod of any type in a fine match barrel.
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My wife got me the big kit for every firearm caliber there was. It was about $130.00 from an outfitter. I wasn't crazy for the cables and the tiny T handle. I took it back. I prefer to keep it simple I guess. May buy a bore snake or two at some point.
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I've put mine together from Midway.
Otis Rifle Cleaning System All Cal
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Thats a nice kit but doesnt have near the components of these kits, plus I can use the bore brushes that I already have to make up for the other calibers but I personally dont own a lot of different calibers and I use my one piece on my shotguns.
I will get one more boresnake, I use them more than anything else. I carry them in my range bag. My Otis kit has almost everything in these new kits except for a couple of the cleaning pics and the longer brass brush handle.
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Thats a nice kit but doesnt have near the components of these kits, plus I can use the bore brushes that I already have to make up for the other calibers but I personally dont own a lot of different calibers and I use my one piece on my shotguns.
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The above kit is a good start. It or one similar is what I started with and I've gradually added pieces as I've needed them.
I've given folks these as gifts, and they've been hooked.
I much prefer pulling a clean patch/brush each time through my expensive bores.
It's true about word of mouth advertising, but free samples from fellow shooters works even better!
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can you pm me the link sounds like a great price
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Thanks for the PM. I ordered that kit. It comes with more stuff in it then the other otis kit I had ordered and I saved $30. Thats 60 rounds of ammo
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I received my kit today. It is truly outstanding and will reduce the amount of stuff in my range bag which is good!! If you need one and havent ordered one you really should.
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I'd appreciate the link as well if they are still available!
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I caved to peer pressure and bought one to keep in the range bag. This is a real nice kit.
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Can you send me the link also,,,,,,,,,,,
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Got mine yesterday. Really nice little kit for the range bag. Thanks for the link Grover!
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I've been looking for a good kit. Could you please pm me the link. Thanks for helping us all out!
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Ok I sent a multiple PM to you all, I talked to the seller and she said they had more of them.
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i ordered one, are the components carbon instead of brass?
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I believe they are blackened stainless.
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It is this kit with a redesigned center section to hold the little pieces in place and organized.
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It is this kit with a redesigned center section to hold the little pieces in place and organized.
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That's the one I have. My case is showing wear and missing a few parts. My optic is dry.
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Hi Grover,
When you have a moment, I would also like the link. Hope your plinking went well. Bob
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Damn this peer pressure!!! Count me in for one as well.
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Grover,
Could you PM me the link for the kit.
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The original sellers listing expired. I found another one offering free shipping selling the exact same kit for $30. I figured that with all the new Modern Sporting Rifle owners and people who want a small portable cleanin kit for their range bags these would do the trick. They are also good for getting a bullet out of the chamber with the tool supplied. It is also great to find them at less than 1/3rd the cost that I am seeing from certain retailers
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Hey fellas may I get that link as well. Thank you ...
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Thanks Grover, mine came in the mail. I used it right away and I like it.
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Great find, would you PM the link to me also
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Ordered one from the second listing. Thx!
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