r/canadaguns • u/AutoModerator • Oct 23 '22

Weekly Newbies & FAQ Thread - Post your questions here for PAL/RPAL application, timelines, CFSC/CFSRC, references & requirements, or general new to firearms ownership -type questions

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u/[deleted] Oct 24 '22

What spray paint do you guys suggest for painting a firearm. Also how do you get the nice camo designs? Im assuming you use some sort of stencil.. Thanks guys

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u/[deleted] Oct 24 '22

Hydrodrip don't spray paint..... if yoy do use some really expensive enamel as the paint will peel off so so easy if you don't. If your using car paint and enamel then disregard what I said and have fun... don't try to cut costs when painting a firearm or you'll regret it... cera cote and hydro dripping are my suggestions and both require equipment and money

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u/Steelringin Oct 24 '22

If you're looking for DIY spray on finish then Duracoat is probably going to be your best option. Cerakote is definitely the best finish IMO but application of that is probably best left to the pros.

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u/[deleted] Oct 26 '22

Depends how clean or sketchy you want it to look. I used tan tremclad spray on my WK as the base (over the stock black) and then acrylic paint with small brushes to get the camo on. I wanted a more rugged natural look though, and I don't care of parts wear down because that'll add to the camo pattern and give it more depth. If you don't care about wear and you just want it for breaking up the silhouette, then anything flat in the colour you want is probably fine

However if you want it to look high end and clean, then cerakote and hydro dipping is the way to go