[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Duracoat?

Posted: 1/28/2008 4:29:33 AM EDT

Is duracoat worth the money? I posted in a different topic that I'm buying a new AR. I am thinking about having it duracoated in a camo pattern.

Is there any drawback to having it duracoated? Are the advantages to a "show, collection" rifle worth it. I will rarely fire the new AR, mostly it will be to complete a portion of my collection, which is just getting started.

Thanks for your help.

The grey dog

Posted: 1/28/2008 6:35:52 AM EDT

[#1]

It's not terribly durable on a rifle that sees any real use, I've noticed that on a couple of mine that I Duracoated and use for hunting.
Looks good and is easy to apply, though.

Posted: 1/28/2008 8:34:58 AM EDT

[#2]

If you want black,white,grey,or bronze Duplicolor wheel paint is the way to go. It's tougher and easier to apply than duracoat cheaper too. A friend of mine painted his Enfield with it and after a couple hundred rounds the paint was still on the muzzle crown.

Posted: 1/29/2008 5:29:54 PM EDT

[#3]

If it is for a collectable don't use it. It looks good but does wear. I like it because it offers a good barrier for moisture on the steel parts and it is easy to apply. I haven't used any Norrells but they say it is more durable than the DuraCoat. You may want to read in the Armory/refinishing section for a better answer. Just my 2 cents

Posted: 1/29/2008 6:23:26 PM EDT

[#4]

Thanks, I will. I am also beginning to think that for a collection, I don't want to cover the original work. Also, once I kick the bucket, the kids will likely sell off the guns and the buyer may not like my choice in colors or patters.

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