Abstract: A gun barrel cleaning device for use with a cleaning rod comprising a hollow annular compression member having an internally threaded coupling insert affixed to one end thereof, an externally threaded coupling member at least partially disposed within the hollow annular compression sleeve including an enlarged threaded portion operatively engaged with the internally threaded coupling insert having a first and second attachment element formed on opposite ends thereof, the first attachment element comprising a reduced externally threaded portion to affix the gun barrel cleaning device to a cleaning rod and the second attachment element comprising an aperture to affix a retaining member configured to retain a spongeous cleaning element to the gun barrel cleaning device wherein the externally threaded member and retaining member are adjustable longitudinally relative to the hollow annular compression sleeve to selectively compress the spongeous cleaning element between one end of the hollow annular compression sl