Mauser Cleaning Rod Question

Iron_Colonel · 04-03-2008, 05:52 PM

How does one know what length cleaning rod to obtain as there are two different lengths that I can get that I know of, 10 and 12 inch, for their Mauser K98 if it was purchased without a cleaning rod? I know a 12 inch rod will fit no problem, I stuck my 11.5 inch aluminum cleaning rod in the hole so I'll probly just go with the 12.

I thought it looked a little naked without one. I was probly going to buy a couple things from these guys Firearms . They sell Mausers and Mosins. Looks like they have some good rifles. So, since it is my first German Mauser, I thought I might purchase a sling, because it doesn't have one, and prices for an original are quite pricey. As well as the cleaning kit and rod. The prices seem pretty reasonable as they are all found in one location so I don't have to pay shipping on multiple things from other places.

If anyone knows of any other places to find any military accessories, for Mosins, Mausers or M1 Carbines, info would be appreciated. Thanks.

Big Dog · 04-03-2008, 06:33 PM

If you take the barreled action out of the stock, you can see the threaded nut the rod goes into. Knowing how long the barrel extends forward of the stock, you can figure the length you need.

SwedeSteve · 04-04-2008, 05:49 PM

That old Dog is a right smart cookie!

Big Dog · 04-04-2008, 06:44 PM

"WOOF!" Now where's my doggy biscuit?

Capt'n Mil Coll · 04-05-2008, 03:16 PM

You can also get used and repo parts at Sportsmas Guide.
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04-03-2008, 05:52 PM	#1
Iron_Colonel Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Washington St. Posts: 83	Mauser Cleaning Rod Question How does one know what length cleaning rod to obtain as there are two different lengths that I can get that I know of, 10 and 12 inch, for their Mauser K98 if it was purchased without a cleaning rod? I know a 12 inch rod will fit no problem, I stuck my 11.5 inch aluminum cleaning rod in the hole so I'll probly just go with the 12. I thought it looked a little naked without one. I was probly going to buy a couple things from these guys Firearms . They sell Mausers and Mosins. Looks like they have some good rifles. So, since it is my first German Mauser, I thought I might purchase a sling, because it doesn't have one, and prices for an original are quite pricey. As well as the cleaning kit and rod. The prices seem pretty reasonable as they are all found in one location so I don't have to pay shipping on multiple things from other places. If anyone knows of any other places to find any military accessories, for Mosins, Mausers or M1 Carbines, info would be appreciated. Thanks.

04-03-2008, 06:33 PM	#2
Big Dog Moderator Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tallahassee, Florida Posts: 9,463	If you take the barreled action out of the stock, you can see the threaded nut the rod goes into. Knowing how long the barrel extends forward of the stock, you can figure the length you need. __________________ Moderator of: AR15/M16, M14/M1A, New/Beginning Shooters and Militaria/Collectables.

04-04-2008, 05:49 PM	#3
SwedeSteve Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: AnchorTown, Alaska Posts: 4,356	That old Dog is a right smart cookie! __________________ You can tune a piano, but you can't Tuna Fish!

04-04-2008, 06:44 PM	#4
Big Dog Moderator Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tallahassee, Florida Posts: 9,463	"WOOF!" Now where's my doggy biscuit? __________________ Moderator of: AR15/M16, M14/M1A, New/Beginning Shooters and Militaria/Collectables.

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04-05-2008, 03:16 PM	#5
Capt'n Mil Coll Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Right behind you. -NRA Member- Posts: 756	You can also get used and repo parts at Sportsmas Guide. Discount Hunting Gear, Discount Hunting Boots, Discount Shoes, Discount Ammunition, Discount Ammo, Discount Boots, Military Surplus, Outdoor Gear At the Sportsman's Guide Cheeper than dirt. Cheaper Than Dirt - America's Ultimate Shooting Sports Discounter Springfield Sporters. MISCELLANEOUS PARTS AND ACCESSOR There are plenty of others but I have used these.