Finishes: Gunkote & Metacol comparison

[Kiwibru]

Several smiths and others have mentioned using both of these products for refinishing. Are these both the same technology with similar results in terms of color, toughness, etc.? TIA

[ August 07, 2001: Message edited by: EMDII ]

[gunplumber]

very similar, different manufacturer's and slightly different compositions. KG Guncoat is a good product. Too thin for my taste and environmental conditions, requiring multiple coats, but a wider color range than my manufacturer.

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T. Mark "Gunplumber" Graham
gunplumber@arizonaresponsesystems.com
Arizona Response Systems
5501 North 7th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85013
623-873-1410 http://www.arizonaresponsesystems.com

[Pete2]

So, can I buy a can of gunkote or similar stuff in a spray can? If so where?

[Tokarev]

Brownell's has a couple of options for bake-on spray paint.

[gunplumber]

You CAN, but I think you'll get pretty poor results. Better to buy as a liquid and use a large airbrush o automotive detail paint gun. Can't control application well enough IMO out of a can.



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T. Mark "Gunplumber" Graham
gunplumber@arizonaresponsesystems.com
Arizona Response Systems
5501 North 7th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85013
623-873-1410 http://www.arizonaresponsesystems.com

[W.E.G.]

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