I'm thinking about getting my Sterling Arms R9 Cerakoted. The blacks don't match to begin with and I like the look of Cerakote. Looking on the Cerakote website, there's tons of artisans but all of them are in the US. I don't think I want to send my rifle there, I can't imagine the logistic and the fees. I though that I would have found on this forum a sub category for this where people can post their projects, creations and I could get it touch with someone who is located in Canada. But doesn't look like it, right? I've been thinking about something like on that picture as a reference. Cheers!
CERAKOTE any threads on this forum?
- Thread starter ELEMENT WIND
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- Location
- Alberta, North America
Nice camo combo ... theres are literally hundreds + places that Cerakote ... I have gone to Corlanes and Black Box ... there are alot of choices and prices vary ...
Google or Happy Duck can help you
Google or Happy Duck can help you
Why not consider a DIY project to make your camouflage art as personalized as possible? Air-Cure CeraKote colours are just as easy to work with as regular paint out of an Airbrush & Compressor setup that you can buy off of Amazon for $130 with next-day delivery. The 2 oz "Testers" that CeraKote sells go a surprisingly long way. I just coated an FN FAL and an Uzi inside and out using less than half of a bottle of "Glacier Black", the most matte/flat black available. Multiple camo jobs could be done using any combination of matte colours your heart desires.
The key to CeraKote success is the preparation of your metal to receive the special paint so that it can properly penetrate the pores and adhere to the surface. Acetone is your friend when working with CeraKote Air-Cure paint. It acts as a thinner as well as a cleaner for your parts and your airbrush/equipment. There is an excellent CeraKote application guide with plenty of tricks and tips located at:
https://www.cerakote.com/resources/knowledge-base
Just work backwards with your Camo pattern, using masking templates that you can order on-line or make yourself with a razor-knife and Painter's Tape. You shake up the CeraKote, fill the airbrush through a filter (order on Amazon) and then apply in a thin coat until you get a "wet" appearance. Let each coat dry to the touch (30-60 minutes), then remove the next layer of tape that will reveal the next colour to be sprayed. Clean the Airbrush with Acetone, swtich colours and spray again until your pattern in complete. Put your parts aside fo 5 days to Air-Cure, lubricate and reassemble ready for immediate use.
Here is my Uzi after spraying and at the start of the 5-days curing process. You can cure disassembled parts or the assembled firearm, it doesn't really matter so long as you don't scratch the air-dried, coated surfaces. 5 days from now I will oil down the Air-Cured parts inside and out, then remove the excess oil which will leave the matte black with a touch of oil sheen. Note that the Sight, Bolt, Magazines and plastic Furniture were not coated.
The key to CeraKote success is the preparation of your metal to receive the special paint so that it can properly penetrate the pores and adhere to the surface. Acetone is your friend when working with CeraKote Air-Cure paint. It acts as a thinner as well as a cleaner for your parts and your airbrush/equipment. There is an excellent CeraKote application guide with plenty of tricks and tips located at:
https://www.cerakote.com/resources/knowledge-base
Just work backwards with your Camo pattern, using masking templates that you can order on-line or make yourself with a razor-knife and Painter's Tape. You shake up the CeraKote, fill the airbrush through a filter (order on Amazon) and then apply in a thin coat until you get a "wet" appearance. Let each coat dry to the touch (30-60 minutes), then remove the next layer of tape that will reveal the next colour to be sprayed. Clean the Airbrush with Acetone, swtich colours and spray again until your pattern in complete. Put your parts aside fo 5 days to Air-Cure, lubricate and reassemble ready for immediate use.
Here is my Uzi after spraying and at the start of the 5-days curing process. You can cure disassembled parts or the assembled firearm, it doesn't really matter so long as you don't scratch the air-dried, coated surfaces. 5 days from now I will oil down the Air-Cured parts inside and out, then remove the excess oil which will leave the matte black with a touch of oil sheen. Note that the Sight, Bolt, Magazines and plastic Furniture were not coated.
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Thank you for your comments I appreciate it. You are bringing a good point and kinda reviving something that I always wanted to tackle. I like to do car restauration on the side and I've been using the local powder coater for years thinking about one day maybe I should take the plunge and educate myself on the subject... Cerakote is done the same way, I guess I'll look more into it but ya, I could be interested by doing it myself. Cheers
Here are the Uzi and a Browning/FN FAL Match rifle, after getting a coat of oil wiped on and off of the Matte "Glacier Black" Ceracoat applied 5 days earlier. Note how it deepens the Black colouration. Close enough to perfect for me.....
Two Thumbs-Up for CeraCoat Air-Cure products!
Two Thumbs-Up for CeraCoat Air-Cure products!
Thunderhog
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- Location
- East Kootneys
A fellow in Hope, BC has been Cerakoting firearms for years, he's very good with reasonable pricing.
https://cerakotebc.ca/
Also Ethan from ATRS also does Cerakoting. (403-837-1027)
https://cerakotebc.ca/
Also Ethan from ATRS also does Cerakoting. (403-837-1027)
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I agree, it totally deepens the black, really like it!
You happen to have the info on the guy in Hope, I'm in BC as well... Thanks!
That looks really good man! It does look like the camo I'm looking after. Stunning!
I've been in contact with the guy from Black Box and he seems to know his stuff... If the price is decent I may go with him! Thank you for the recommendation. I'd like to do it myself but factoring the initial tool cost, I think I'll just get it done instead.
Thank you! The guy seems really professional and he knows his work I can tell. I do feel confident already, we'll see how much... I'll keep you guys posted! Cheers
I’ve had really good experience with Wally over at Black Box. If you give him a call he’s more than willing to answer all your questions and doesn’t rush you off the phone. They’re also really responsive with emails too. I had blackbox do a receiver set and handguard for me a couple of years ago for me and I’m still really happy with their work.
Many years ago I bought one of the Canada Ammo shades of grey 1911’s that were cerokated by Sinister Paint, that’s held up pretty well too. I just don’t know anything about Sinister Paint or if they are still in business
https://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/threads/dominion-arms-shades-of-grey-1911.1376920/
Thank you for your comment. I'm in touch with Wally and I feel pretty confident so far like you said, knowledgeable and helpful. I've never done that so I guess I need guidance, seems like a great place anyway. Very happy with the recommendation. But I'll check your link too! Cheers
Most likely I will yes!
