Watched a handful of youtube videos and ended up using some Aluma-Hyde on some parts. Heat parts, spray, bake, spray, bake, spray, bake, etc.
The finish turned out OK, its drab as hell, but it has a sandpaper finish. Like my wife's emery boards. Its not a show stopper, but I certainly didn't get the smooth finish I've seen on videos. Part of me likes the grippiness, on the other hand, the parts are going to collect A LOT of dust, clothing fibers, and anything else they rub up against. Durability-wise, its complete crap. Stored one gun next to another in the safe, and already have rub marks down to the annodizing. Parts were baked at the end, and then allowed to sit in warm open air (garage, summer time) for 14 days to fully cure before they were touched or stored.
I am going to do some Krylon jobs and shoot Aluma clear over it for chemical resistance. I've given up on true abrasion resistance. Not really wanting a clear sandpaper finish, I might just shoot and let air dry.
Any tips on using this stuff most welcome.