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SHOTGUN BARREL POLISHING FLEX HONE® Reviews & Ratings

Hundreds of abrasive "balls" mounted on a flexible shaft - the fastest, easiest way we've come across to clean and polish older barrels or put a mirror polish in new ones. For used barrels, the Medium-Coarse hone, followed by the Fine, removes rough and tight spots and brings the bore to a bright finish that you can see and feel . . . just run a patch through it before and after; the difference is amazing! We found too, that we could feel tight spots during honing and spend extra time on them until they were evened out. On new barrels, the Fine hone by itself will bring the factory finish up to a beautiful, mirror-bright finish that's a real customer pleaser. Easy to use: chuck in a variable speed electric drill; wet the hone with Flex Hone^® oil; start the drill and insert the hone into the barrel from the breech end (if possible). As it cuts, a slurry of abrasive and oil develops to help speed the cutting action. Flex Hone^® available (shown below) in sets and individual hones for 10, 12, 16 and 20 gauge barrels as well as .410 bore. Also, special-sized hones for 10, 12, 16, 20 gauge chambers and .410 bore. Instructions walk you through the steps for a perfect job. (You MUST use Flex Hone^® oil - all other oils will destroy the abrasive "balls" and void our guarantee!) 750 RPM MAX. Avoid excess pressure.

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SPECS: Flex Hone^®for Barrels; 10, 12, 16, 20 ga., .410 bore. 33" (83.8cm) long in Med.-Coarse grit (red tip) or Fine grit (light blue tip). Flex Hone^® for Chambers; 10, 12, 16, 20 ga., .410 bore 12" (6.5cm) long, fine grit (light blue only). Set includes Med.-Coarse & Fine barrel hones, Chamber hone & 1 qt. Flex Hone^® oil, for 1 ga.

Medium grit is 180 grit silicon carbide and Fine grit is 800 grit aluminum oxide.

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Reviews Summary

Users praise the SHOTGUN BARREL POLISHING FLEX HONE® for its effectiveness in polishing chambers and barrels, resulting in smoother cycling of shells and improved performance. While it delivers excellent results quickly, some reviewers note the cost and a need for extensions for longer barrels. Overall, it's considered a powerful tool for gun enthusiasts and restorers.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Effectiveness

85%

Many customers commend the Flex Hone for its ability to efficiently polish shotgun chambers and barrels, significantly improving their functionality. Reviewers consistently report smoother cycling of ammunition and a polished appearance that enhances the gun's performance.

Ease of Use

80%

Numerous reviews highlight how simple and quick the Flex Hone is to use, often taking only minutes to achieve a high-quality finish. The recommended use with honing oil and cordless drills makes the process efficient and accessible for both novice and experienced users.

Value for Money

65%

Though some users consider the hones to be somewhat pricey, many agree that the results justify the investment. The ability to reuse the hones for multiple projects adds to its overall value, making it a worthwhile purchase for gun restoration enthusiasts.

Product Limitations

25%

A few reviews mention limitations in compatibility with longer barrels or specific chamber sizes, suggesting the need for additional tools or extensions. Users recommend ensuring the right size is chosen for their specific firearms to avoid difficulties in polishing.

Messiness

30%

Some reviews express concerns about the mess created during the honing process, primarily due to the use of honing oil. Customers advise taking precautions to protect workspaces, indicating that while effective, the process can be somewhat cumbersome.

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Shotgun barrel flexhone

Used the course then fine hone to remove deep scratches in barrel from unknown cause. While it beautifully polished the barrel it didn't remove the scratches. Worth a try but didn't work as well as I hoped.

Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend

by GERALD T. on July 03, 2025

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too short

I figured the 12 inch would be long enough to handle this old 410 I was restoring for my grandson- but it wasn't- there remained a 3 inch section in the middle that I could not hone- It did a beautiful job on what I could reach but the center section well it didn't look too good. I had a bit extender but it was too large in diameter to get into the barrell. I ended up with a wirebrush with some steel wool on it and did a pretty good job- I would like to see an extension that would fit inside the barrell.

Great Product

This system slicks up a shotgun barrel in no time and it looks great. Good for polishing up old barrels or putting a custom touch on new guns. Easy to use with a good hand drill. The Flex Hone Oil can be messy so make appropriate preparations to work space.