Trad Sidelock Cleaning Kit

The Traditions Trad Sidelock Cleaning Kit gives you everything you need to properly maintain your sidelock muzzleloader at home or at the range. Black powder guns demand more frequent and thorough cleaning than cartridge rifles, and this kit assembles the essential tools in one package so you're not hunting through your bench for a brush or patch when you should be breaking down your gun. Whether you're a dedicated traditional hunter or exploring sidelock muzzleloading for the first time, keeping your rifle clean between sessions ensures reliable ignition and extends barrel life.

This kit focuses on the specific needs of sidelock ignition systems. The fire channel brush lets you clean the critical path from touch hole to breech plug—where fouling accumulates fastest and causes misfires if neglected. The 50-caliber bore brush handles the main barrel, while the loading jag and cleaning pick give you precision tools for detailed work. The included patches, solvent, and breech plug grease are matched to sidelock maintenance: you get Traditions' EZ Clean 2 system products, which means consistent formulation across brush, solvent, patches, and seasoning compounds.

The kit includes a gun cloth for final wipe-down and a bullet puller for those occasional situations. Everything is sized and designed for sidelock rifles, so there's no second-guessing whether a tool fits or whether you're using the right supplies. If you shoot traditional muzzleloaders regularly, having a dedicated cleaning kit with matched components means less improvisation and faster, more thorough maintenance sessions.

Key Features

• 50-caliber bore brush for main barrel cleaning
• Fire channel brush specifically for sidelock ignition systems
• Loading jag and cleaning pick for precise, detailed work
• Traditions EZ Clean 2 solvent, breech plug grease, and pre-cut patches—formulated for black powder guns
• Bullet puller for loading mishaps
• Gun cloth for final wipe and storage protection
• Complete kit assembled for home or range use

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this kit work with my sidelock muzzleloader?

Yes—this kit is specifically designed for sidelock systems and includes components sized for 50-caliber sidelock rifles. The fire channel brush and other tools are matched to sidelock ignition needs.

What's included in the Traditions EZ Clean 2 products?

The kit comes with EZ Clean 2 solvent for dissolving black powder fouling, breech plug grease for sealing and protecting the breech, and pre-cut cleaning and seasoning patches. These are formulated specifically for black powder maintenance.

Can I use this kit at the range or do I need a home setup?

This kit is portable and practical for both range and home use. You can break down your rifle and clean it on-site after shooting, or take it home for a more thorough session.