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I agree I would only use a snake for quick field cleaning... I don't think they are a gimmik though I thought snakes or flexible rods were made specifically for field use?Also, IMO and everyone has one it seems, I would only use a snake for a quick field cleaning - they are gimmicky to me (and yes, I do own one for .22 cal's and don't use it).
I do, it depends on the quality of the rod especially if its not a 1 piece rod and the segments have a burr or step in them. Most of the damage is at the crown on entry a guide helps mitigate that.I don't worry too much about a rod hurting the barrel. It holds up pretty well to having oversized chucks of copper flying through it at 3000 fps. I use a Klean Bore coated rod with guide on rifles .