Dunno
I have a Al Hoppes rod that has to be 30 yrs old, I have the military steel Kleanbore I've had since late 70's or early 80's...Otis pull through since they came out (Kit and Kaboodle I think).
I've never used a coated rod, don't have one, I did use to make "laps" with caoted metal for a trade I use to do. I mainly clean from breech to muzzle, wipe rod between passes. If I have to go from muzzle I use a muzzle guard...Have used a wooden thread spool or a drinking straw.
Actually I just came in from the rain ...old habits die hard...pc of rawhide leather with a slit and a patch inserted... pulled through...as a kid thats what we used a -"thong". My 1911 just made sure unloaded, rack the slide, breech to muzzle, done.
I've heard the arguments...think it boils down to common sense and watching what your doing more than a brand specific dealie.