OTIS Kits--Need Help!

[Skunkabilly]

I'm trying to decide whether or not I like this thing.

I really like the compact package with everything I need (and then some) in it.

I'm trying to figure out
1. How to get 6 wipes with the patch per patch--I can never get it so the new pass-through is on a white spot
2. How to clean better--there seems like there's always some junk left over from the last run

Right now I run a oiled patch thru, then pull the brush, then repeat.

How do I get the most out of my kit? What are your procedures?

[45R]

Are you able to us a jag for closer bore to patch contact?

I am using a Patch Worm that has a plastic adaptor for various calibers. It works well. The goo goes away after several passes.

[TechBrute]

Boresnake = the poor man's Otis.:D

No seriously... I have a couple OTIS kits for field use, but I've never mastered them. I've pretty much gotten away from them simply because I don't visit the niche that they fill that often. I don't really clean my guns in the field much, mostly just use dewey rods in the shop. I've got some boresnakes for the down and dirty quick cleaning in the field, and haven't really had cause to break out the whole OTIS kit that much. The gazzilion dollar patches are a little discouraging, too.

[Mikul]

The patches are meant to be used by running the patch loop through each of the three slits in the patch at the proper diameter. Which of the two diameters you use depends on the size of your bore. After you use all three positions, you turn the patch over and do it again. I pull the patch through the hole a second time which makes the patch a little large and increases contact with the bore.

Don't worry about using the OTIS patches when you run out. Just pop holes in normal patches with your pocket knife.

The OTIS kit is a great field cleaning kit. I REALLY like the cable for pulling the brush through, but nothing cleans better than a jag pushed through with a cleaning rod.