I wanted to give my Remington 700 a paint job but with the matte black finish I wanted to know what kind of paint to use.. and if you guys had any special secrets to share on how to do it yourself..
New paint job...
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Krylon is cheap, removable and easy but not durable.Duracoat and Cerakoat are much better but not cheap or easy, require spray equipment.
Krylon is cheap, removable and easy but not durable.Duracoat and Cerakoat are much better but not cheap or easy, require spray equipment.
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Can I use the same paint on the barrel as I do on the stock? And is the paint going to effect my scope at all?
Can I use the same paint on the barrel as I do on the stock? And is the paint going to effect my scope at all?
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Krylon Tutorial and some examples of other's krylon jobs.
Prep is the key, you can use the same paint on the stock, barrel, and scope. Just make sure you tape it up really well and you shouldn't have any trouble.
Krylon Tutorial and some examples of other's krylon jobs.
Prep is the key, you can use the same paint on the stock, barrel, and scope. Just make sure you tape it up really well and you shouldn't have any trouble.
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I'd recommend the Duracoat.
You will need an airbrush, and yes, you can paint the stock and the metal.
Can be had at Ebay for about $25.
Good Luck
I'd recommend the Duracoat.
You will need an airbrush, and yes, you can paint the stock and the metal.
Can be had at Ebay for about $25.
Good Luck
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all of this is true.
my opinion......i use krylon, i can change it when i wanna, and it stops the rust and breaks up the outline of my gun in the woods.
if it isn't a safe queen, you really won't care about the two chips of paint that flake off after a year of faithful service anyway......my brand new night force has more beauty-use dings than most rifles so maybe you shouldn't listen to me.....or maybe you should? lol
all of this is true.
my opinion......i use krylon, i can change it when i wanna, and it stops the rust and breaks up the outline of my gun in the woods.
if it isn't a safe queen, you really won't care about the two chips of paint that flake off after a year of faithful service anyway......my brand new night force has more beauty-use dings than most rifles so maybe you shouldn't listen to me.....or maybe you should? lol
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I have a matte black stock on my rifle. Do I need to do any light sanding before painting it?
I have a matte black stock on my rifle. Do I need to do any light sanding before painting it?
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I used
http://www.brownells.com/.aspx/pid=1140/Product/SPRAY_GRIT
The rifles paint job turned out great. Has held up well for years.
I used
http://www.brownells.com/.aspx/pid=1140/Product/SPRAY_GRIT
The rifles paint job turned out great. Has held up well for years.
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I have had good experiences with Brownells Alumahyde II. Its easy to apply, no baking required. Once it fully cures (a few weeks) it holds up very very well. For something a little more permanent, Cerakote.
I have had good experiences with Brownells Alumahyde II. Its easy to apply, no baking required. Once it fully cures (a few weeks) it holds up very very well. For something a little more permanent, Cerakote.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: no7vice</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have a matte black stock on my rifle. Do I need to do any light sanding before painting it? </div></div>
The most over looked under appreciated paint out there for firearms is
Krylon 1400 degree Bar-B-Que paint. Nice OD Green, Brown and Black. Tougher than camo Krylon and can use it on the barrel.
De-grease with brake cleaner or alcohol, scuff with Scotch Brite pad first and then spray. Place somewhere warm for 3-4 days to dry well and your done. Repeat as necessary.
Until that day,
Darkop
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: no7vice</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have a matte black stock on my rifle. Do I need to do any light sanding before painting it? </div></div>
The most over looked under appreciated paint out there for firearms is
Krylon 1400 degree Bar-B-Que paint. Nice OD Green, Brown and Black. Tougher than camo Krylon and can use it on the barrel.
De-grease with brake cleaner or alcohol, scuff with Scotch Brite pad first and then spray. Place somewhere warm for 3-4 days to dry well and your done. Repeat as necessary.
Until that day,
Darkop
