How good is DuraCoat?

The duracoat works well to some effect if you’re looking to use your gun for display but, flakes off or wipes off easily if you start to get lightly rough with it. It holds up pretty well for the most part. Its just things like scratching a fingernail on your gun or holstering easily takes the coating off partially.

Is DuraCoat as good as Cerakote?

Cured Cerakote absolutely beats cured DuraCoat in every measurable respect with regard to finish quality, abrasion resistance, and overall toughness.

Is DuraCoat better than bluing?

As far as Duracoat goes, it is extremely durable, but it is never going to look like a blued gun. Duracoat is basically paint, and it’s always going to look like it. On a gun that’s going to get carried, sweated on, etc., Duracoat is a great choice.

What type of paint is DuraCoat?

Duracoat is a 2-part chemical spray finish designed specifically for use on firearms. Used extensively by hobby firearms makers, it is available in 75 colors as well as a clear gloss. The colors can be mixed in any combination to achieve a truly unique color.

How long will DuraCoat last?

12-18 months
The shelf life of DuraCoat® is 12-18 months and DuraCoat® Hardener is 6 months, if properly sealed and stored in a cool, dark, and dry place. These shelf lives can be extended by sealing the product in a zip lock bag and placing it in a refrigerator.

Does spray paint hold up on guns?

There are many reasons a spray painted coating doesn’t stick to a firearm as long as it should. If you’ve done a bit of a botch job with an aerosol spray and haven’t sealed the coating — i.e. there are gaps underneath where moisture can creep in — the paint will be prone to flaking.

Does Oxpho blue go bad?

While cold blue is great for touching up small spots and can look very good right after you do it – it won’t last long. Your hand or a holster will wear it off pretty quickly. But it’s easy to touch up as needed.

What do you need to know about duracoat metal collection?

No baking or preheating required. Each Duracoat Kit includes: One Duracoat Aerosol 12oz Can One 6oz TruStrip Cleaner/Degreaser One Scrubbing Pad All items are shipped via UPS hazmat *Color requires a topcoat of clear – sold separately **Color requires a base coat of #21 white.

What do you need to know about flexduracote paint?

FlexDuraCote is a high solids, water based, floor coating that is a single component solution which means no mixing required. It provides high adhesion to all types of surfaces and dries rapidly at ambient temperature of 77° to 80° degrees Fahrenheit. It waterproofs surfaces exposed to rain, liquids, oil, grease and other slippery contaminates.

How many colors of duracoat can you put on a firearm?

Available in over 300 colors including specialty color collections. Can be applied to any type of metal, plastic, and wood. Can be applied over bare metal, parkerizing, anodizing, and bluing. Exhibits amazing impact, mar, and abrasion resistance. Protects your firearm from rust and corrosion and is resistant to cleaners and chemicals.

Do You need A HazMat kit for duracoat?

All items are shipped via UPS hazmat *Color requires a topcoat of clear – sold separately **Color requires a base coat of #21 white. Sold Separately