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Posted: 11/12/2015 10:43:18 PM EDT
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Building my first AR and want to get the upper / lower / hand guard coated. Admittedly, I'm not very up to date on the latest / greatest in coatings. Was heavily leaning towards Cerakote because that was the one I've heard the most about. I'm sure it's been asked here before, but if anyone cares to give me an abbreviated version of what types of coatings there are and the pro's / con's of each that would be great. I am now considering anodizing, only because I saw an upper lower that was done in colors and pattern that I've had in mind, only it was a one off done by the people that anodize for Black Rain Ordnance. Of course, if anyone knows who that may be, or someone that can do similar work please let me know. I've included a picture.
http://bbs.tsba.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=2295&d=1447382145 http://bbs.tsba.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=2295&d=1447382145 http://bbs.tsba.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=2296&d=1447382232 |
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I have a couple rifles that have been ceracoted, not bad but the finish wears just like any other. Especially in high friction zones like top of the lower receiver where charging handle slides.
If you are wanting to do a common pattern hydro dipping is always an option. For uncommon patterns or DIY patterns I would suggest standard base coat and eith spray paint if it is hit or miss or Aero or another high density aerosol if you want something more permenant. |
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If you are wanting to do a common pattern hydro dipping is always an option. For uncommon patterns or DIY patterns I would suggest standard base coat and eith spray paint if it is hit or miss or Aero or another high density aerosol if you want something more permenant. Hydro dip? Not sure what that is. Trying to learn a bit about the process in regards to any coating. Know any places that do work like shown the OP pictures? Thanks, |
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Hydro dipping is like having a decal with a pattern or paint floating on top of water. When you lower the object you want coated into the floating film, it coats the item.
There's lots of hydro dips on video. It started with car parts/wheels when I first heard of it years back. Don't know how durable the coating is over the long range, but I've seen items done, and they are cool. |
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