Rattle can or cerakote for hunting rifle

[James1873]

Was thinking of a paint job or sending my rifle out to get cerakoted. It’s a savage 111 300 wm. Not much to look at but it is a laser beam. On my never sell list, shot my first buck with it. My buddy has a browning hells canyon with the cerakote paint on it, I was thinking of getting it done too. Mostly for Weather protection. Would rattle can basically do the same job? I would have to touch it up as the paint wore off but it would be cheaper then getting it cerakoted.

Is cerakote worth the money to get done?

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[Gatehouse]

I wouldn't spray paint a rifle on my "never sell" list. The problem with touch up paint is that you will still see the scratches. kote it!

 

[Buckmastr]

Yes cerekote is worth it.
Looks pretty good as it sits though

 

[zackstab]

In my opinion if aesthetics arent a huge issue then go for the rattle. But id do that to a dedicated hunting rig. Not something id do to a never sell list gun though. In your situation id say keep it original or go for a very non offensive cerekote so it never gets old or ugly looking.

 

[hifiwasabi]

Maybe just spray paint the stock, if you want to change it later on, you could get a Boyd's. Tastes tend to change over time, but being a fairly high volume piece gives you options.

If you think of race cars for comparison, most of them get thrashed and beaten for years until someone has a change of heart and decides it might be worth sinking some money into making it more street friendly, or a cruiser. Not being of particular value means customize it how you see fit and shoot the balls off of it.

 

[Silver Lab]

If you do not want to spend a bunch of money Arma-Coat it your self.

 

[JEC]

I have painted several barrels with Enduracoat which is a two part epoxy they will make up (any color) in a rattle can for less than $40.00. I rough up the barrel with sandpaper, degrease with soap & water ... activate the rattle can and spray on light coats. One can will do a dozen barrels but the can becomes unusable after 24 hours.

 

[BlackRam]

As a never sell rifle that you have sentimental attachment to, cerakote it and keep it protected and good looking for many years to come. You will not regret the investment!

 

[SHELL SHUCKER]

If you do not want to spend a bunch of money Arma-Coat it your self.

I like the durability of the Arma Coat & it shoots on well from me Badger air brush.

 

[nomad 68]

Is the armacoat in the spray kits durable? I've got a couple of single shot shotguns that the bluing is almost gone from. I've been thinking of the armacoat vs a costly rebluing.

 

[Sqr]

Rattle can looks good when used. Just use a good cleaner first to help adhesion. But that is me ‘cause I like the battle look.

 

[mildot]

Is cerakote worth the money to get done?

Yes, look at it as an investment, it a great product, if your still not convinced, go to there website and read up on the product. It's money well spent IMO.