.177 POINTED JAG

Description

The RAM .177 Pointed Jag (R 6041) is a calibre-specific cleaning tool designed for .177 (4.5mm) air rifles and pistols.

It is a brass cleaning jag (also called a pointer jag or spear-point jag) from the RAM brand, a popular South African shooting accessory line. The “Pointed Jag” design features a tapered, barbed or slotted pointed tip that securely grips cleaning patches, making it much more effective than a simple loop jag for pushing patches through the bore.

Key Features

Calibre-specific: Machined precisely for .177 barrels to ensure the patch contacts the rifling evenly without being too loose or too tight.

Pointed / barbed tip: The spear-like point holds patches firmly so they don’t bunch up or fall off halfway through the barrel — a common problem with basic jags.

High-quality brass construction: Durable, solvent-resistant, and barrel-safe (won’t scratch steel).

Threaded base: Standard male threads (typically 8-32 or equivalent small-calibre thread) so it screws onto most airgun cleaning rods and handles.

Compact and affordable: A simple but essential maintenance item.

Why You Need It

.177 airguns (especially springers, PCPs, and multi-shot models) deposit lead fouling over time, which harms accuracy and consistency. The RAM Pointed Jag lets you run solvent-soaked patches followed by dry ones to remove residue efficiently. Many South African airgunners and small-bore shooters keep one in their kit for regular barrel maintenance.

How to Use It

Screw the jag onto a suitable .177 cleaning rod.

Fold or wrap a cotton/flannel cleaning patch over the pointed tip so the barbs grip it.

Apply bore solvent if needed.

Push (or pull) the patch through the barrel — usually from breech to muzzle.

Repeat with fresh patches until they come out clean, then finish with a dry patch or light oil.

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