Stripping krylon paint off an Ar-15
- Thread starter John Deer
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You missed the point where you stated that even in the armed forces, that it is pointless and ### to paint weapons.
Perfect safe, been cleaning things this way forever. Now if your dumb enough to do it inside or fire up a smoke at the same time then really it's your own fault and one less stupid person for the rest of us to deal with.
Exactly. At no point did I say anything about whether one should or should not paint their personally-owned guns. My point is that highly-regarded military units (that can be assumed to know what they are doing) have been painting guns for decades, regardless of what somebody on the Internet thinks of the practice.
The paint job gives it character. I will confess that I don't have the courage to spray bomb my own expensive AR. To each his own.
It blows my mind the sh!t attitudes some guys have within our community. Reminds me the other day where a half dozen old timers were plunking away with their hand loads and bolt actions at my range. I pop in to site in a couple black rifles with my Multicam pants on and got a ton of dirty looks and snickers, end up overhearing them yelling at each other (on account of their hearing pro) about "the kid over there" and how "that generation" "missed the boat". First, 40 is just around the corner for me. Second, who the eff cares if I wear Multicam pants and shoot black rifles? Blows my mind.
Point is, if you don't have anything nice to say, stfu. Who cares if guys paint their 2k rifles? Help the OP with his problem but don't cut down guys who enjoy their hobby in a certain way you don't agree with. For the record, the only painted rifle I have is a 10/22 with a Maurauder stock. Bought it like that and fkn love it. Would never do it to my Own rifles though, on account of a serious lack of painting skill.
Point is, if you don't have anything nice to say, stfu. Who cares if guys paint their 2k rifles? Help the OP with his problem but don't cut down guys who enjoy their hobby in a certain way you don't agree with. For the record, the only painted rifle I have is a 10/22 with a Maurauder stock. Bought it like that and fkn love it. Would never do it to my Own rifles though, on account of a serious lack of painting skill.
CanGunNutz
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- Northern Ontario
I know exactly how you feel... Just turned 41 and got a 6.5 CM RPR for myself this past Christmas as I decided to challenge myself with some longer range shooting. Went to the range in January to sight it in and showed up as a bunch of powder guys were shooting their rifles and got an ear full about how I'm not portraying the right image for our shooting community. Really!!? How is that? I enjoy all types of shooting activities and have been doing so for 20+ years. The attitude and condescending views of many people in this community are ridiculous. It's fine to have an opinion but don't try and shove it down people's throats!
I had people telling me if I was a serious shooter that I should have bought an 308 Remington with a custom barrel... who are they to tell me how to spend my money? I was so disgusted that I left early and went home upset. Opinions are exactly that... one persons personal point of view. Who cares if other people spend money on something you find silly. I put together a tactical 22LR to have fun with buddies doing run and gun drills... I've also got a bunch of negative feedback on that. Who cares... If I want to airbrush a Kryptek finish on it or one of my ARs for that matter? It's my hard earned stuff.
Ok... I'm getting off the soap box!
CanGunNutz
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- Northern Ontario
^^^^ LOL!!!! Didn't mean to go on a ramble.. It was very upsetting and I just wanted to share. I'll have my snickers and be back to myself. Thanks!
- Location
- Richmond, BC
Wow, that's a pretty intolerant comment and I don't think I've ever heard of anyone in the CF ever say that, or is that merely your opinion?
We cam our faces and wear cadpat, I don't see why wanting to paint your rifle to match your environment would make you want to want to fornicate with someone of the same gender. The QM would definitely have a $hitfit and the RSM would probably tear you new one (aside from possibly being charged), but what you said is a bit of a stretch.
I've seen pictures of that rifle everywhere, you knew the owner? Must have some interesting stories.
DiabeticKripple
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- Red Deer, Alberta
We all know travis touches tips, and this is his way of expressing himself.
Theres nothing wrong with painting a gun, its yours, do what you want with it
Theres nothing wrong with painting a gun, its yours, do what you want with it
Interesting thread!
I don't paint any of my guns and wouldn't buy one painted. Too much work to restore to original.
I like molded in colours though on fiberglass stocks.
I would think if you like painted guns when you buy one used, just repaint.
I don't paint any of my guns and wouldn't buy one painted. Too much work to restore to original.
I like molded in colours though on fiberglass stocks.
I would think if you like painted guns when you buy one used, just repaint.
- Location
- Richmond, BC
Alot of gun hands I know in this here Canadian Army would disagree with you.
Take it to the carwash, throw it on the ground and stand on it. Pressure wash it off, then pick it up, tilt muzzle down and pull charging handle to rear. Let the rifle drain then chamber a round and fire a few out into the parking lot to help dry the rifle. You guys are over thinking this. Are there any Snickers left?
