Refinishing CZ 858

[Zygy]

Hey everyone,

I want to refinish my CZ, but I'm not sure which blasting compound to use to remove the old finish. Should I use the sand compound, glass beads, or something else.

**EDIT**
I'm not sure if I read it wrong, or what, but I think someone mentioned that the receiver on this rifle is made from aluminum, so I checked every part of the rifle with a magnetic pickup tool, and every part of this gun response to the magnetic tool except the gas port/tube.

Also, I'm wondering how to remove the safety lever. If anyone could give me any info, I would really appreciate it.

Regards,
Zygy

 

[HappyCamper]

want to change colour ? me too, but not sure if its worth it. time/money ? since i have no experience doing such project myself.

let us know how you managed.

- Happy

 

[Zygy]

btt

 

[beergut]

for the saftey lever there is a small allen key screw, i think.

 

[Striker]

80 to 120 grit aluminum oxide for blasting media.
Silica sand and glass beads won't rough the surface up enough.
What type of finish are you planning on using?

 

[sixty9santa]

Media blast, parkerize, paint/coat then bake.

 

[Zygy]

Thanks for all the help and suggestions. I will go ahead and sandblast it and I think I will use semi gloss brake paint, which is very tough after baking for an hour or so.

Regards,
Zygy

 

[Ceska]

If you could photo document this process I know a LOT of CGNers would appreciate it!!! hint-hint wink-wink.