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8/20/2026 9:22:24 AM EDT
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I know as gun owners, we all want the newest tech when it comes to our AR's and pistols. Like lasers, iron sights, optics, and the best triggers. But when all that is done, you've got everything you wanted for your AR and positioned exactly where you want it. Where do you go from there? Why not go one step further in making your firearm your own by customizing its visual aesthetics? What would you choose to do with it? Hydro-dip? Custom paint? I have a friend; he used a white paint pen and outlined the hard edges of the firearm, making it look a lot like a firearm from a comic book. Maybe, having a custom painting done on your gun isn't your thing. That's perfectly ok too. What are your opinions?
8/19/2026 10:44:10 AM EDT
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After I've got it set up how I want, I go to the range and shoot it.
8/19/2026 10:56:46 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By DVCNick:
After I've got it set up how I want, I go to the range and shoot it.
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I would certainly hope so! Lol! With all the money we put into our firearms, they deserve to be run!
8/19/2026 11:00:37 AM EDT
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https://www.ar15.com/forums/Armory/Refinishing/19/
8/19/2026 11:29:53 AM EDT
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I got a Spikes lower that was colored filled on some of the engraving once. I quickly went about removing the color fill with nail polish remover.
8/19/2026 11:32:35 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By j3_:
I got a Spikes lower that was colored filled on some of the engraving once. I quickly went about removing the color fill with nail polish remover.
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Nail polish remover is a good choice, or normal acetone will work as well with paint.
8/19/2026 12:29:47 PM EDT
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Sometimes I rattle can them just for fun
Your boos mean nothing, I've seen what makes you cheer
8/19/2026 12:34:24 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By RolandofGilead:
https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/45602/5b2116ad-dbd7-4d99-93b3-bdd2f31c4e26-1_a-3813810.JPG
Sometimes I rattle can them just for fun
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That is a great paint job! Well done! Was this a rattle-can paint job?
8/19/2026 12:40:17 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By BrownellsGT_JustinP:


That is a great paint job! Well done! Was this a rattle-can paint job?
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Thanks! Yup just krylon camo colors with a matte clear top coat
Your boos mean nothing, I've seen what makes you cheer
8/19/2026 12:41:12 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By RolandofGilead:
Thanks! Yup just krylon camo colors with a matte clear top coat
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Very well done!
8/19/2026 4:54:21 PM EDT
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I prefer FDE anodizing but have some Cerakoted and rattle canned guns.
8/19/2026 5:41:57 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By -OdieGreen-:
I prefer FDE anodizing but have some Cerakoted and rattle canned guns.
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I haven't got an opportunity to try Cerakote yet. How easy is it to apply?
8/19/2026 11:57:08 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By BrownellsGT_JustinP:


I haven't got an opportunity to try Cerakote yet. How easy is it to apply?
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Brownells hasn't tried Cerakote yet?

Or is this just some AI bot account trying to "drive discussion" by saying really weird stuff to elicit responses and increase ad view revenue?
8/20/2026 8:06:31 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By Tamarit_167:



Brownells hasn't tried Cerakote yet?

Or is this just some AI bot account trying to "drive discussion" by saying really weird stuff to elicit responses and increase ad view revenue?
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Iol yup.  and right after the "tech is dead" GD thread
8/23/2026 3:59:53 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By BrownellsGT_JustinP:


I haven't got an opportunity to try Cerakote yet. How easy is it to apply?
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Oh, it’s super easy.

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