I stand corrected then... My Ultra Mag was advertised with a Delrin rod, so I guess it is aluminum and not stainless steel. Underclocked would know, he's the one that talked me into this rifle. So perhaps a steel rod might not be a good idea. The bore guide is a good idea, no matter what kind of rod you use. I have one friend that broke his ramrod in his Kentucky. He decided he would use dowel from the Lumber Yard. I warned him to check that dowel for flaws, and he later had that dowel break and shoved into his hand. So be careful if you go that right.

Cains have a super rod they sell. While it is not PC, they look like a good strong rod. I just ordered one for an old rifle I have around here, so I can tell you in a couple days what I think of it.