They do make .17cal cleaning rods.

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=167481

A bore snake also works well, but you can't beat a proper cleaning with a cleaning rod. Be advised that these .17cal rods are thin and WILL bend if you man-handle them too hard.

 

Patches are a PITA with the 17. Get a bore snake you won't regret it, well worth the money and soooooo much easier.

 

Patches are a PITA with the 17. Get a bore snake you won't regret it, well worth the money and soooooo much easier.

Not if you use the proper 17 cal patch, jag & cleaning rod.

 

17 cal

Dewey 17 cal cleaning rod and 17 cal brush and patches works like a charm.

 

Q-tip

a real Q-Tip brand (by Unilever) soaked with
solvent or oil or silicone is just the right size
to push down the barrel of mine.
i tried other kinds. no joy.

 

Thanks Guys im at the point ill try both snake and dewey rod !! LOL