Help with stuck Otis cable

[ar15barrels]

I like the straw idea, but the cable is double headed, so it would slip past the stuck head and possibly get stuck with the patch also. The air idea was also great, but then I would have to take apart the birdcage. Usually, the cable barely fits the barrel, but since I used the rimfire cable, I have a bit more room. Will try the welding rod to puch it, if not, will probably send it somewhere to have it done. I also messed up a pistol on this range trip, so it has to get fixed first.

Cut the muzzle end off the cable and then the tube only needs to be big enough for the cable.

[twoforme2]

what about something like a 3/16 brass rod cut into 6" pieces (to reduce the flex)?
then just start whacking it down the barrel, then stack another on top, until it all falls out the other end...OR call OTIS, see what they say, I am sure you are probably not the first to ever do that.

[rb765]

Well, I finally got the cable out. I used a drywall screw centered into the chamber and an extra long screwdriver to drive it into the patch. I then used a piece of cloth to protect the side of the receiver and used my multi tool to pry it out. The only damage was a small burr on the patch holder from the screw. A quick hit with a file and it is good as new.

[6mmintl]

Maybe people with start packing away these "Field expedient cleaning devices" in their bug out bags instead of being used as a poor excuse to "Clean" a rifle.