What thread size does the Pro-Shot Black Powder Patch Worm use and will it fit my existing cleaning rod?

The Pro-Shot WRM-10/32 features an industry-standard male #10-32 black powder thread interface. If your current cleaning rod utilizes #8-32 female threading, you will simply need to use a #8-32 to #10-32 thread adapter to mount it securely.

Can I use this patch worm to retrieve a stuck lead round ball from my muzzleloader barrel?

No, this tool is engineered specifically for retrieving soft cleaning patches, tow, or cleaning material. If you experience a dry-balled or stuck lead round ball or conical projectile, you must use a dedicated wood-screw style ball puller instead.

What calibre range is the Pro-Shot Patch Worm rated for in black powder firearms?

The manufacturer strictly rates this patch worm for .45 through .58 calibre black powder rifles, muskets, and pistols. Bores below .45 calibre require a smaller dedicated worm, while bores above .58 calibre or black powder shotguns require a larger shotgun-specific tool for proper bore contact.

Does this patch worm require any electrical certifications or special maintenance for Australian outback conditions?

As a purely mechanical and manually operated accessory weighing approximately 17.2 grams, electrical compliance ratings such as 240V mains compatibility and SAA or RCM certifications do not apply. Constructed with a heavy-gauge steel wire screw and a machined brass base, it simply requires basic post-cleaning wiping to prevent fouling buildup during multi-day bush trips.

Black Powder Patch Worm - Pro-Shot WRM-10/32

The Proshot Black Powder Patch Worm (Model: WRM-10/32) is a dedicated bore maintenance and recovery tool designed to extract stuck cleaning patches, tow, and swabbing materials from muzzleloading firearms. Constructed in the USA with a heavy-gauge coiled steel wire screw and a machined brass base, this tool grips soft cleaning materials inside the barrel under rotational pressure without gouging the barrel lands. Weighing approximately 17.2 g (0.038 lbs), it is engineered for field-clearing and maintenance across .45 to .58 calibre black powder platforms.

Key Features

Corkscrew Retrieval Design: Features an open, heavy-duty steel wire coil that bites into and twists around lodged patches or tow for reliable removal from the bore.
Bore Protection: The machined brass base centres the tool and protects the rifling lands from metal-on-metal wear during rotational pulling.
Standard Black Powder Threading: Equipped with industry-standard male #10-32 threads, enabling direct attachment to standard muzzleloader ramrods and range rods.
Durable Wire Coil: The heavy-gauge steel construction resists straightening or snapping when extracting wet, tight, or heavily fouled cleaning patches.

Specifications

Product Model: WRM-10/32
Category: Black powder patch worm
Calibre Compatibility: .45 to .58 calibre
Thread Interface: Male #10-32
Weight: 17.2 g (~0.038 lbs)
Materials: Heavy-gauge steel wire coil with a machined brass base
Country of Origin: Made in the USA
Operation: Manual/mechanical

Who is the Proshot Black Powder Patch Worm for?

Australian Muzzleloader Hunters — requires a lightweight 17.2 g field-clearing tool that mounts via standard #10-32 threads to quickly extract wet or dry swabbing patches lodged in .45 to .58 calibre hunting rifles.
Muzzleloading Target Shooters — relies on the dedicated .45 to .58 calibre coiled wire black powder patch worm to safely recover fouled cleaning material between range strings without damaging barrel lands.
Historical Re-enactment Disciplines — provides direct compatibility with traditional #10-32 threaded ramrods to retrieve period-style tow and cloth patches from historical muskets and rifles within the .45 to .58 calibre range.

Less suitable for: Bores smaller than .45 calibre (such as .32, .36, or .40 cal), which require a smaller dedicated calibre-specific retrieval tool; black powder bores larger than .58 calibre or 10/12/20-gauge shotguns, which require a dedicated wide-diameter shotgun worm; cleaning rods equipped with female #8-32 threads unless used with an adapter; or dry-balled lead round balls and conical projectiles, which require a dedicated screw-style ball puller.

SKU	PS41397LP
Model #	WRM-10/32
Brand	Pro-Shot
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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