Texas Bore Pigs

[Todd Birch]

Who's using the "Texas Bore Pigs" and what do you think of them?
Worth the money?

[BFD]

I used them for many years, but then switched to making my own, somewhat modified versions. Yes, they are worth the money.

[Todd Birch]

Thanks. I'll give them a go.

[BFD]

The used to come with an option for Nylon bristles or bronze brushes. Choose the nylon they last longer.

[Todd Birch]

I thought that nylon was hard on bores ..... ?

[BFD]

Not at all. It is all I use.

[ChrisF]

Stainless steel is hard on bored not nylon

[old101lrrp]

I've used these & wanted to get a new set but, it seems as the supplier is either "out of business" or has a new email. The one on the web site does not seem to work. Anybody know if Rick is still in business??? Thanks

[BFD]

If you can't buy them. I'll help you make a set of better ones.

[mdeland]

If you have a small lathe they are pretty easy to make. Here is some I made and used a bit before Midrange dried up in AK.
The brass plugs are .435 diameter and the o-ring diameter is .460-.462. A bit over groove diameter in most .45 caiiber guns.
Seemed to work pretty good with stiff Nylon brushes and synthetic sponge material used as a mop.

[BFD]

You don't need a lathe to make the very best bore critters you can have. In fact, you don't need any tools at all, though a drill bit is a lot of help and small bottle of blue Loctite is a good thing.

[mdeland]

Can you post a picture Brent of the ones you make? Always interested in better ideas and less work!

[BFD]

I have posted pictures and instructions many times in several places but here are a couple of photos

[mdeland]

Thanks, great idea and looks like a better mouse trap with two swabs and square edged neoprene washers to better hook crud. Is there any need for a wipe patch to follow or do these leave the chamber clear of moisture?

[ian45662]

I have Tried a few different type of wipers and pigs. Brent’s have been the best for me.