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I have found that abrasion resistance is much better with Gunkote than this stuff. Duracoat is pure garbage, IMO.
Molyresin or Gunkote.
For a duplicate Russian AK finish, 70% Molyresin semi-gloss to 30% Molyresin flat.
According to independent tests conducted using ASTM standards, Cerakote substantially out performs Gunkote.
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But some have suggested that durability varies with color and not all colors are created equal. I can't confirm this, however.
I've seen that chart before. But the question is, WHAT SERIES of Gunkote was put up to the test? 1200,1600,2300,2400 or 3000? There are differences. Look, I have a close friend that's been in the refinishing biz for a long time. We have tested every damn bake on finish in
the industry for over a 10 year period. Only two thus far as met with our expectations with regard to abrasion resistance, and that's Gunkote and Molyresin. Let's talk about IONBOND. It has a rockwell hardness of around 65. I have seen complete AR BCG's that look absolutely new after 1000rds, but there is no corrosion resistance. Powder coat is not a real good choice either.
There is no bake on finish that is absolutely impervious to wear/scratching, absolutely none, but I gotta say, the "762" finish is damn durable. Expensive, but durable. Special order only, and not on their website.
I actually question the validity of the chart. Blueing is listed at 500 cycles and Black Oxide at 3333. Unusual, because it's one in the same.
Also, parkerizing is listed at 690 cycles. Which type? Manganese or zinc?