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Bore Bright
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SKU: 509000017
Overview
Designed for close inspection of rifle, shotgun, and handgun bores, this LED light helps reveal fouling and pitting in areas that are often hard to evaluate by eye. The included diffuser supports hands-free use in a rifle receiver, while the flexible fiber optic adapter extends reach into actions and other tight spaces. Its machined aluminum body and simple two-way switch make it a practical bench tool for hunters and shooters who want a clearer look during cleaning and maintenance.
Why Hunters Choose the Bore Tech
Brilliant White
LED light illuminates rifle, shotgun,
Helps You
Inspect for fouling or pitting
Magnetic Diffuser
Supports hands-free viewing in a
Flexible Five-inch
Fiber optic adapter reaches deep
Two-way Switch
Either twist-on or push-button operation
Key Features
- LED bore light designed to illuminate rifle, shotgun, or handgun bores
- Helps reveal fouling or pitting within the bore and throat
- Magnetic diffuser holds the light in a rifle receiver for hands-free viewing
- Includes a flexible 5-inch fiber optic adapter for hard-to-see areas
- Machined aluminum construction with black finish
- Uses three AAAA batteries and includes Delrin adapters
Best Used For
- Hunters inspecting rifle, shotgun, or handgun bores before cleaning or storage
- Users checking fouling or pitting in bores and throats during maintenance
- Anyone needing hands-free bore viewing with the magnetic diffuser in a rifle receiver
- Shooters examining deep actions and other hard-to-see interior areas with the fiber optic adapter
- Field or bench users who want a compact inspection light for routine firearm upkeep
Specifications
| Adapter Material | Delrin |
|---|---|
| Battery Quantity | 3 |
| Battery Type | AAAA |
| Body Color | Black |
| Body Material | Aluminum |
| Bore Use | Rifle, shotgun, or handgun bore |
| Diffuser Material | Delrin |
| Flexible Adapter Length | 5 in |
| Included Accessories | Flexible fiber optic adapter |
| Length | 6-1/2 in (16.5 cm) |
| Light Source | LED |
| Magnet | Yes |
| Product Type | LED light |
| Switch Type | Two-way switch, twist-on or push button |
Pros
- Brilliant white LED light illuminates rifle, shotgun, or handgun bores clearly.
- Helps you inspect for fouling or pitting within the bore and throat.
- Magnetic diffuser supports hands-free viewing in a rifle receiver.
- Flexible five-inch fiber optic adapter reaches deep into hard-to-see areas.
- Two-way switch offers either twist-on or push-button operation.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for bore inspection rather than general-purpose lighting, so its value is tied to maintenance and diagnosis use cases.
- Requires three AAAA batteries, which are less common than standard AAA cells and add an extra consumable to keep on hand.
- The 6-1/2 inch length and flexible fiber optic adapter help reach difficult areas, but they also make it a specialized tool rather than a compact pocket light.
- The diffuser’s magnetic hold is useful in a rifle receiver, but that setup is specific to compatible firearms and inspection positions.
Suggested Comparisons
- Bore inspection lights
- Gun cleaning and maintenance tools
- Gun cleaning kits
- Hunting range accessories
Suggested Accessories
- AAAA batteries
- Replacement diffuser
- Fiber optic inspection accessories
- Gun cleaning supplies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bore Bright used for on a rifle, shotgun, or handgun?
It is an LED bore light designed to illuminate the bore so you can see fouling or pitting within the bore and throat.
Does Bore Bright allow hands-free use during inspection?
Yes. The diffuser includes a powerful magnet that holds the light in a rifle receiver for hands-free viewing.
Can it help inspect areas beyond the bore itself?
Yes. It includes a flexible, five-inch fiber optic adapter for looking deep inside actions and other difficult-to-examine spots.
What power source does Bore Bright use?
It uses three AAAA batteries.
What materials and controls are listed for this light?
The listed specs say it has an aluminum body in black, Delrin adapters, and a two-way switch with twist-on or push-button operation.