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OTIS Technology Ripcord One pass to a clean bore

By: Sal Palma

2013
Twobirds Flying Publication

operator now has at his disposal a complete multi-caliber cleaning system that he can carry in a pouch that is 2 to 3 inches in diameter. Weve also seen the rehash of an old concept, the bore snake. The bore snakes popularity stems from its ease of use, run it through the bore 5 or so passes and youve cleaned your weapon sufficiently to make you feel good about yourself. Tell me this is not so? I am guilty of that too, what can one say! Well, you can take that bore snake of yours and make a pair of shoes out of it because OTIS Technology, the big dog of weapon cleaning systems, has introduced a product they market as the RIPCORD. OTIS recognizes there are times in the field when you just cant perform thorough maintenance on your weapon system, and your needs are best served with a quick and effective way to clean your rifle or pistol. So, theyve created the RIPCORD to provide you with a tool that you can quickly access to clean your weapon. Like all of OTIS cleaning systems, this one too adheres to the well-established Breechto-Muzzle cleaning methodology. The RIPCORD is designed to accomplish the task in one pass. Thats right one pass! OTIS manufactures this cleaning tool on a molded rubberized core, which is then covered

As a former NG NCO one of the more difficult tasks on my plate was to inculcate the need for weapon cleanliness. For some ungodly reason, it was easier to motivate a troop to take a hill than it was to clean his weapon. I think part of the problem rests with the integral complexities of the Stoner design; there are simply a lot of things to deal with, especially when youre exhausted. But, stepping away from the military application for a moment, most shooters dont relish cleaning their weapons. If designers would include a self-cleaning feature, like and oven, theyd have a hit on their hands. However, the inescapable truth is that weapons function reliably only when they are afforded a reasonable level of maintenance. Through the travail of ages, weapon cleaning systems have evolved to a point where an

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OTIS Technology Ripcord One pass to a clean bore

2013

in Nomex fibers to form a semi rigid1 tool that is stiff enough to dislodge an obstruction in either bore or chamber. It provides 10 inches of cleaning surface. The NOMEX fibers are heat resistant to 700F, and stiff enough to act as both a brush and patch. RIPCORDs NOMEX cover is laid out in a helix pattern so it contacts lands and grooves efficiently. Lastly, the tool is terminated on both ends with 8-32 threaded ends to fit all Otis cleaning components. Now, that really rocks, and uniquely differentiates OTIS product from all others. OTIS was gracious enough to provide us with a pistol caliber and rifle caliber sample, which I tried on a SIG I had sitting around with about 200 rounds fired since the last cleaning. RIPCORD handled it like a BOSS. Using the OTIS RIPCORD is best done immediately after firing your weapon. As always, clear and make your weapon safe. You should then lock your bolt or slide open and pass the thin end of the cleaning tool through the bore breech-to-muzzle; pulling it through with one smooth motion. The bottom line? It works astoundingly well, and more importantly you can get back to shooting sooner! The RIPCORD is available in the following calibers .223/5.56mm, .30 cal, 9mm, .40 cal & .45 cal. At an M.S.R.P. of $14.99 you cant beat it with a stick and you/re getting OTIS quality in the process. I Love it and you will too. -SP

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