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Square Cross-Lock Patches - Square Cross-Lock Patches, 1-38/'''', .25-.270 Cal, 1000 Pack

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Cross-locking Coarse

Weave side for aggressive fouling

Smooth Flat

Weave side for applying solvents

Lint-free, Super-absorbent

Cotton and cellulosic fiber blend

Sized Most

Calibers from .22 centerfire to

Available 1,000-pack

Quantity

$17.99
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SKU: 084000329

Overview

These heavy-duty cleaning patches are designed for shooters who want one patch that can handle both scrubbing and solvent application during routine firearm maintenance. The cross-lock weave provides a coarse side for removing copper, plastic wad, lead, and powder fouling, while the smooth side is suited for applying solvents or oils to the lands and grooves. Made from a lint-free cotton and cellulosic fiber blend, they are intended to hold more solvent and absorb more fouling than traditional patches. Sized for .25-.270 caliber use and sold in a 1,000-pack, they are a practical choice for keeping a cleaning bench stocked.

Why Hunters Choose the Brownells

Dual-texture Design

Coarse side for scrubbing and

Heavy-duty Patches

Are made for aggressive removal

Lint-free Cotton

Cellulosic blend helps hold more

Sized .25-.270

Fit guidance covering most calibers

1000-pack Quantity

Large supply for repeated cleaning

Key Features

  • Cross-locking coarse weave side for aggressive fouling removal
  • Smooth flat weave side for applying solvents or oils
  • Lint-free, super-absorbent cotton and cellulosic fiber blend
  • Sized for most calibers from .22 centerfire to 12 gauge shotguns
  • Available in 1,000-pack quantity
  • White patches in .25-.270 caliber size

Best Used For

  • Hunters cleaning .25-.270 caliber rifles after removing copper, plastic wad, lead, and powder fouling
  • Users who want one patch for both aggressive scrubbing and applying solvents or oils
  • High-volume shooters needing a 1,000-pack of lint-free cleaning patches
  • Owners of rifles and shotguns seeking sized patches for routine bore maintenance

Specifications

AbsorbencySuper-absorbent
Caliber0.25-.270 Cal
ColorWhite
Fouling RemovalCopper, plastic wad, lead, and powder fouling
Lint FreeYes
MaterialCotton/cellulosic fiber blend
Patch TypeSquare Cross-Lock Patches
Quantity1000 Pack
SizecompatibilitySized for most calibers, from .22 centerfire to 12 gauge shotguns
Solvent ApplicationYes
WeaveCross-locking coarse weave on one side; smooth, flat weave on the other side

Pros

  • Dual-texture design offers a coarse side for scrubbing and a smooth side for solvent or oil application.
  • Heavy-duty patches are made for aggressive removal of copper, plastic wad, lead, and powder fouling.
  • Lint-free cotton and cellulosic blend helps hold more solvent and absorb more fouling than traditional patches.
  • Sized for .25-.270 caliber use, with fit guidance covering most calibers from .22 centerfire to 12 gauge.
  • 1000-pack quantity provides a large supply for repeated cleaning sessions.

Considerations & Trade-offs

  • The patch is sized for most calibers, but the listed size range means fit should still be checked against the specific bore and cleaning setup being used.
  • The coarse weave and smooth weave serve different cleaning steps, so users will need to choose the appropriate side rather than treating it as a single-purpose patch.
  • These are consumable cleaning patches sold in a 1,000-pack, which is practical for regular maintenance but more than some users will need for occasional use.

Suggested Comparisons

  • Gun cleaning patches
  • Bore cleaning accessories
  • Firearm maintenance supplies

Suggested Accessories

  • Cleaning patches
  • Gun cleaning solvent
  • Gun oil
  • Bore brush

Frequently Asked Questions

What are these patches used for during firearm cleaning?

They are designed for cleaning bores. One side has a coarse cross-lock weave for aggressive scrubbing of copper, plastic wad, lead, and powder fouling, while the smooth side is meant for applying solvents or oils to the lands and grooves.

What calibers are these patches sized for?

The product description says they are sized for most calibers, from .22 centerfire to 12 gauge shotguns. The specific size/caliber for this listing is .25-.270 caliber.

How many patches come in a pack?

This listing is for a 1,000-pack.

What material are the patches made from?

They are made from a lint-free, super-absorbent blend of cotton and cellulosic fibers.

Do these patches have different cleaning surfaces?

Yes. The patches have two textures in one: a cross-locking coarse weave on one side for scrubbing and a smooth, flat weave on the other side for applying solvents or oils.