+nortcan You're welcome! Thank you very much for your kind words and for using DuraBlue! If you need any further assistance just let us know!

DuraBlue would work great on a motorcycle tank. It is thinner than powdercoating so it works well on other more tight fitting parts. The aerosol can does last up to four weeks once activated.

howd it work out?

How was it?

Thank you for the kind words and for using DuraBlue! We're happy to hear you are pleased with the results!

DuraBlue is a relatively thin coating. With engravings, you will need to assess your specific firearm as the depth of engravings can vary. As long as the engravings are in good condition and were performed at a decent depth (not worn and shallow) and the DuraBlue is applied properly, then the DuraBlue shouldn't fill in the engravings.

Thank you for using our products and for your comments! The orange peel effect that you are seeing is actually light reflecting off of the imperfections/metal work markings in the surface of the metal. The DuraBlue coating itself did not orange peel. Also, we do not recommend heating parts before coating with our products. Clean, shop air can be blown on the surface of the parts in between layers in order to speed up the flashing off of the solvents, but heat is not needed. If a heat gun is used in between layers, the heat gun should only be used on metal parts and at a low temperature. Metal parts can be baked once coating is complete in order to speed up the initial dry time. We recommend baking at 110 degrees Fahrenheit for 90 minutes or 200 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 minutes. Parts should only be baked in an oven used exclusively for coatings. Parts should not be baked in an oven that is also used for food.

Yes, DuraCoat works great on both Parkerized and blued surfaces!

+ytubepuppy The new and improved DuraCoat and DuraBlue Aerosol cans last up to four weeks depending upon a number of environmental factors. These factors include: location, elevation, temperature, humidity, dew point, etc. These factors will affect how long the can lasts after activation. A can in a warm, humid environment will not last as long as one in a cool, dry environment. Once activated, the coating is immediately beginning to cure and the can will eventually become unusable. When it first begins to go bad, it will not spray evenly or nicely (ex: can will sputter and spray chunks of coating) and eventually it will simply not spray at all. The can should be stored in a cool, dark, and dry place at all times when not in use. That includes both before and after activation. As long as the can is properly spraying the coating in a nice, smooth, even manner then the quality of the finish is fine. The quality of the finish is only affected when the can begins to spray the coating poorly.

+Jack Stone In order to achieve a satin sheen on the DuraBlue, we recommend applying the Polished DuraBlue and then applying a top coat of DuraCoat Satin Clear. This should pair well with the satin finish on the stock and forend. The DuraCoat Satin Clear is available in both an aerosol and a liquid form for use with spray equipment.

+Richard Mosely DuraBlue should not fill in standard markings on a firearm, if applied correctly. The results you experience on your firearm could vary though depending upon how deep the engravings and markings are and the condition they are in. Since you have a pre-war Browning A5, and they tend to have shallow engravings and markings, there could be issues with engravings and markings being filled in.

There is no need to completely remove the bluing prior to applying the DuraBlue, though it is completely fine if you do. In fact, during surface preparation, most or perhaps even all of the bluing may come off just due to the cleaning and roughing up of the surface. That is what occurred on the project in this video. The cleaning and scuffing of the surface ended up removing basically all of the bluing. DuraBlue has an ideal applied thickness of about 1 mil. DuraBlue has excellent corrosion resistance (without the need to oil the DuraBlue surface) and impact and abrasion resistance. It is much more durable than standard, traditional bluing and should last much longer on your firearm.

Yes, DuraBlue works great on stainless steel! We offer our DuraBlue in two different sheens (Matte and Polished) and each of those in three different colors (Blue, Blue/Black, and Black). Keep in mind though that because bluing can vary greatly in color our DuraBlue will most likely not match your blued barrel perfectly.

We recommend 3-4 layers for a total of 0.5-1.5 mils. You can vary the thickness for high wear or tight fitting areas. It will not affect the tolerances on the vast majority of firearms. You would only need to be concerned if you had a custom built firearm that was very tight.

+nortcan Thank you for purchasing our products! It is not necessary to turn the can upside-down and clear the nozzle after each layer. We do recommend clearing the nozzle after you have completed spraying your project and are putting the can away though. If you have any further questions just let us know!

I noticed the trigger issue as well.

Ya, trigger is all the way back but the hammer is forward,

+nortcan We are sorry to hear that you have experienced those results. Those results are certainly not typical and we are definitely willing to work with you in determining why those issues have occurred and how to fix them. Please give us a call at 1-800-830-6677 or send us an e-mail to info[at]lauerweaponry[.]com. You can also send us a message through our website here: www.lauerweaponry.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=page.display&page_id=8. Our customer service hours are: Monday - Friday 7 am - 5 pm CST. We look forward to hearing from you and helping you to resolve this issue.

Our products will work great to restore your firearm! Our DuraBlue will only hide very minor scratches and pits though. However, our DuraFil product can be used to fill in scratches and pits before spraying with DuraBlue. Watch the DuraFil video here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h9ZklpmTstuZlI0.html. Be sure to plug both ends of the barrel and both ends of all of the chambers in the cylinder before coating your revolver.

+chi uhauha The two surfaces will look the same after being DuraBlued. Simply prepare both parts for coating per the basic surface preparation procedures and proceed to DuraBlue. If the Parkerized slide is in very poor condition, then it may be best to blast the surface (and therefore the surfaces of both parts) with 120 grit aluminum oxide.

Yes, we recommend shaking the can for a few seconds to ensure that everything is mixed properly before spraying your next layer.

DuraBlue will come out smooth even on blasted surfaces.

DuraBlue can be used on internal surfaces of parts, if you so choose. Never spray any DuraBlue inside of the barrel however. DuraBlue is a rather thin coating designed specifically for use on firearms. However, when dealing with very tight tolerances, you may need to apply less DuraBlue on those surfaces or mask those surfaces off and not coat them. We do not recommend coating very small, internal parts such as sears and trigger assemblies and typically there would be no need to coat these small parts anyways. The "Polished Blue" mentioned 7 months ago and the "Blue" mentioned 3 years ago are the same color. That color is Polished Blue. That is the sheen and color of the shotgun. When we originally released DuraBlue about 4 years ago there was only one sheen option available, which was Polished. Later on, we released the Matte sheen option, so the color names now indicate the sheen as well. DuraBlue is available in two different sheens (Polished or Matte) and three different colors (Blue, Blue/Black, or Black). They can all be viewed on our website here: www.duracoatfirearmfinishes.com/collections/durablue/products/durablue.

Thank you for your reply. Makes perfect sense now. : )

The best way to attempt to remove it would be sandblasting. You may have some success with an industrial paint stripper.

Correct. You will need to rough up the chrome for proper adhesion. We recommend 400 grit sandpaper.

Thank you for your interest in our DuraBlue! Yes, we removed the firing pin assembly before coating. When completing a project, you will want to disassemble the firearm as far as you feel comfortable. If you are not comfortable disassembling and reassembling the firing pin assembly, then you will need to mask off that area before coating. Also, make sure that all rust is removed from the surface of the parts during the surface preparation process before coating.

I am still looking for a youtube video that shows me the firing pin assembly. I can get video for just about everything else disassembled except that!

Mark Cash don't do it you will regret it...

yeah...just taping it over!

+ken redrup Yes, DuraBlue will work great! We also recommend checking out our new DuraBrown Spray-On Browning: www.lauerweaponry.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=category.display&category_ID=1156.

Yes, DuraBlue can be used over a factory finish. You will need to degrease and then sand with 400 grit sandpaper for proper adhesion.

DuraCoat/DuraBlue works great on motorcycles! We would recommend using UV Hardener in the DuraCoat or DuraBlue in order to prevent color fading. Also, for any parts that will exceed 600 degrees Fahrenheit, we would recommend our DuraHeat 2.0 product which can withstand temperatures up to 1500 degrees Fahrenheit.

Thank you for considering our DuraBlue for refinishing your rifles! We recommend our Polished DuraBlue in the Blue/Black color, like what is shown in this video. It will look great on those rifles!

Yes, DuraBlue can be applied to any type of metal.

Thank you for your interest in our products! We recommend checking out our list of DuraCoat Certified Finishers: www.lauerweaponry.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=page.display&page_id=29.

+bison uberti Yes, you can use the same procedures as the video. DuraBlue was formulated out of DuraCoat, so it has the same durability properties that DuraCoat is known for. When applied properly, DuraBlue has excellent abrasion resistance and should last a very long time before any wear begins to occur. We only offer one size of aerosol can at this time and that size will be more than enough to coat your slide and frame. Barrel plugs can be purchased from us separately.

When completed properly and in the order shown, the surface preparation steps shown in this video are sufficient for creating a properly prepared surface for the DuraBlue to be applied to.

+John Crum The DuraBlue Aerosol can contains 4 ounces of DuraBlue. This should be enough DuraBlue to coat two complete rifles or four complete handguns.

It is always best to disassemble as far as you can so you get the parts properly degreased. If you leave any parts together, oil could seep out from between the parts and cause adhesion issues.

DuraCoat Firearm Finishes Thanks, I completely dissembled everything including the trigger group, I degreased everything and will begin sanding piece by piece once the kit arrives at my home, hopefully going to make this 1947 Remington model 11 look new again, wish me luck thanks again

If you are uncomfortable completing the process yourself, then we recommend seeking the services of a DuraCoat Certified Finisher. The closest finisher to you is in Ireland and their contact information can be found at the bottom of this page: www.lauerweaponry.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=page.display&page_id=29. Or, if you are more inclined to complete the process on your own, please e-mail us at info@lauerweaponry.com and we would be happy to assist you with your specific questions. Thanks!

Thank you very much for the information and the fast reply, I greatly appreciate the help. I'll give it a bit of time to see if the bluing gets worse, and maybe practise taking my guns apart. Thank you again.

The shotgun was coated in DuraBlue Polished Blue.

Is the pistol nickel plated? Where the nickel is gone in places, is there a ridge where the nickel begins again?

DuraCoat Firearm Finishes No. It is worn smooth to metal in places.

DuraBlue or DuraCoat will protect against further rust. However, all the existing rust must be completely removed before coating or the rust will continue to grow and eventually cause a coating failure. Also, if you are interested, we offer a product called DuraFil that can be used before DuraBlue or DuraCoat to fill in the pitting and make the surface look new again. DuraFil can be found on our new website here: www.duracoatfirearmfinishes.com/products/durafil-surface-filler.

Yes, DuraBlue will look wonderful on your revolver! Is the bluing simply wearing off or is it flaking? Traditional bluing simply wears off in areas and doesn't tend to flake off. Once we determine exactly what type of finish is on your revolver, then we can recommend steps for surface preparation.

It doesn't look like it is wearing off to me. it looks like flaking off because the bluing seems to have an edge to it as opposed to fading smoothly to the steel.

Traditional bluing tends to wear off smoothly to the steel as opposed to the flaking that you are describing. Are you sure that the firearm is blued? Is there a possibility that it has some other type of finish or plating on it? Perhaps you could contact Uberti and see if they are able to tell you how your firearm was finished. The type of finish that is on your firearm will affect how you need to prepare the surface for coating with DuraBlue.

That would depend upon what finish is currently on the firearm. If the firearm is currently blued, Parkerized, or anodized, then the finish does not need to be completely removed. The surface preparation steps for DuraBlue still need to be followed and any rust/corrosion needs to be completely removed however. In general and for best results, any other type of finish should be removed from the firearm before coating with DuraBlue.

DuraCoat Firearm Finishes how do you know what kind of finish is already on your gun, I have a 1947 Remington model 11 auto five, I believe it’s just got the original bluing, what type of finish would you guess is on a 1947 shotgun with original finish? Probably standard bluing?

+Dalton Gank DuraBlue works great on stainless steel!

You could remove the current bluing before applying DuraBlue or you can apply DuraBlue over your existing bluing if it is in good condition (i.e. free of rust). Bluing acts as a good base for DuraBlue, so it is up to you if you'd like to remove it prior to applying DuraBlue or not. Either way though, you will still need to perform proper surface preparation prior to applying DuraBlue.

Should work the rifles I blued with cold bluing were made from cast metal, and they turned jet black, so I'd say your blank gun would also work.

We provided an answer to this question in our response to your other question.

Yes, DuraBlue can be applied to all types of metal.

+jaime estrada DuraBlue works great on aluminum!

DuraBlue can be applied directly over Parkerizing. Parkerizing acts as an excellent base for DuraBlue and will help provide great adhesion. Simply thoroughly clean the surface using our TruStrip Cleaner/Degreaser and proceed to spray with DuraBlue.

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Yes! DuraBlue can be used on any type of metal including aluminum.

+Mikhail Faustin That will depend upon what type of finish is currently on the parts. If the parts are currently blued, anodized, or Parkerized, and are in good condition with no corrosion, then you do not need to completely remove the finish before applying DuraBlue. In general, any other type of finish should be completely removed before applying DuraBlue, so that the DuraBlue can properly adhere to the original surface. What type of finish is currently on your AK?

DuraCoat Firearm Finishes It's a straight parkerized finish and its in good shape but its pretty dull. I refinished the stock set and they outshine the rifle.

+Mikhail Faustin In that case, the Parkerizing does not need to be removed and the DuraBlue can be applied right over the top. We recommend the following surface preparation steps: 1) Disassemble the firearm as far as you feel comfortable. 2) Degrease the parts using our TruStrip Cleaner/Degreaser. We recommend cleaning using a 3M ScotchBrite pad and TruStrip, so that you can get the surfaces completely clean and slightly rough them up at the same time. 3) Blow off the parts using clean, shop air. 4) Spray with DuraBlue. Also, keep in mind that any rust present on the surface needs to be removed before beginning these steps.

Yes, you can use DuraBlue on your revolver. The surface would need to be cleaned with our TruStrip Cleaner/Degreaser first and then roughed up by either sanding with 400 or 600 grit sandpaper or by blasting with 120 grit aluminum oxide. If the surface is indeed chrome/plated, then be sure to not remove any of the chrome/plating and to only rough up the surface.

DuraCoat Firearm Finishes it is not actually, it's just that polished I figured I would have to scuff up surface before it would actually cure to it

DuraCoat Firearm Finishes but thank you very much for your reply

You're welcome! In that case, simply clean and rough up the surface per our previous reply. Then, blow off the sanding/blasting dust with clean, shop air and proceed to spray with DuraCoat. Also, be sure to plug both ends of the barrel and both ends of all of the cylinders before blasting and before coating.

You can order direct from us on our website: www.duracoatfirearmfinishes.com!

Brian Meyette What will happen if you don't? I used Rust-Oleum appliance epoxy in my garish about 2 months ago and recently I have been experiencing chest pain. Could the pain be from the paint?

+nortcan In that situation you could proceed with either method. For best results though, we recommend removing all of the coating and starting again.

DuraBlue is very easy to apply and difficult to screw up. If you consider yourself even a little bit crafty or handy, this will be no problem at all.

DuraCoat Firearm Finishes thanks for the reply. It’s not appropriate for bluing guns that have other finishes, is it? Strictly for guns that were originally blued?

DuraBlue can be applied over bare metal, and some other finishes. You can apply it over Parkerizing and anodizing. If the part has some type of sprayed on coating, then that should be removed to prevent any incompatibilities.

+Dante Magz Yes, we have two dealers located in Canada and their contact information can be found on our website here: www.lauerweaponry.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=page.display&page_id=35.

+DuraCoat Firearm Finishes Awesome! I really need this since I can't blue my aluminum receiver. This will be perfect, thanks!

Thank you for considering our DuraBlue! DuraBlue will work and look great on your Colt Python. We recommend the Polished DuraBlue in either the Blue or Blue/Black color.

Dude do not do this to a Colt Python..The guns value would be seriously harmed by a shoddy refinishing.

Yes, DuraBlue works well on aluminum!

Yes, DuraBlue can be used on any type of metal.

DuraBlue is a two-part, urethane-based coating that is a modern alternative to traditional bluing. It replicates the look of traditional bluing, but has much greater durability and resistance to rust and corrosion.

+Alan Wade You can purchase DuraBlue either direct from us online (www.lauerweaponry.com) or by phone (1-800-830-6677) or from a number of online retailers.

DuraBlue is available in Blue, Blue/Black, and Black. The color used on the revolver in the video is Blue/Black. The color used on the shotgun in the photo near the beginning of the video is Blue.

+Joe surfer We recommend the following surface preparation steps for your situation: 1) Disassemble the firearm as far as you feel comfortable. 2) Clean all of the parts using our TruStrip Cleaner/Degreaser. 3) Rough up the surface of the parts using a 3M ScotchBrite pad. Some of the bluing may be removed during these steps, but that is ok. Do not worry about removing all of the bluing, as long as the bluing is in good condition. Be sure to remove all corrosion though. This can be accomplished by either sanding with 400 to 600 grit sandpaper or by blasting with sand or 120 grit aluminum oxide. 4) Blow off the sanding/blasting dust using clean, shop air. 5) Apply the DuraCoat or DuraBlue.

DuraBlue will work great on your firearm! We recommend disassembling the firearm as far as you feel comfortable.

Yes it will!

Great. Would you recommend heating the parts prior to spraying them? I've had good results with doing that with liquid blueing. Gets rid of all moisture and oil you might have missed

We do not recommend heating parts prior to spraying them. Simply follow the surface preparation steps outlined in the instructional video or written instructions and you will have great results!

+Alan Wade Please give us a call at 1-800-830-6677 or send us an e-mail at info@lauerweaponry.com and we will be happy to assist you.

+Blakgun DuraBlue is dry to the touch in twenty minutes, you can handle it in an hour, and you can reassemble and use the firearm the next day. We only recommend light use at that point though. The DuraBlue will continue to cure and reach a full cure at 3 to 4 weeks. At that point, it will have its full durability and be resistant to cleaners, solvents, and oils.

+DuraCoat Firearm Finishes this was done over the original blued finish?

+CamDawson Correct. In this video, DuraBlue was applied over the factory bluing after the surface was properly prepared.

Most people can't hot blue in their garage

astonebrook91 if you did it, how did it work?

Great, thank you for choosing our products! We do not recommend coating the barrel and gas system on an AK however. These areas get too hot and will damage the DuraBlue. For those areas, we recommend our DuraHeat 2.0 product which can withstand temperatures up to 1500 degrees Fahrenheit. DuraHeat 2.0 can be found on our website here: www.lauerweaponry.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=category.display&category_ID=1141.

+Airgunner 66 The HMIS ratings are: Health = * 2 (* - indicates a long term health hazard from repeated or prolonged exposures), Fire = 3, Reactivity = 0. A DuraBlue safety data sheet (SDS) can be requested by either calling us at 1-800-830-6677 or e-mailing us at info@lauerweaponry.com. Always wear protective gloves, eyewear, and a respirator, be in a well-ventilated area, read all warnings and first aid information, and read and follow all instructions when using any DuraCoat products.

+DuraCoat Firearm Finishes Thank you.

+famanjetta11 When applied properly, the DuraBlue Aerosol should be enough to coat two rifles or four handguns.

+DuraCoat Firearm Finishes TAKE MY MONEY THEN!!!

That all depends on how strong you are and whether or not you have a good pitching arm.

+darrol boyd DuraCoat products should be available through distributors in Canada in the near future.

can I get it shipped from the u.s

+darrol boyd We are currently in the process of transitioning to a distributor system in Canada. DuraCoat products should be available to Canadian customers in the near future. We are unfortunately not shipping orders to Canada during this transition. We are working through this process as quickly as we can.

We wanted to provide you with an update regarding your question. We are still in the process of transitioning to a distributor system in Canada, however you are now able to order direct from us either online (www.lauerweaponry.com) or over the phone by calling 1-800-830-6677. If you have any questions just let us know!

We are sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with the results of our products. Chipping is not a typical result of our products. We would be happy to work with you to determine why the issuing is occurring, how to fix it, and how to prevent it in the future. Please give us a call at 1-800-830-6677 or e-mail us at info@lauerweaponry.com and we would be happy to assist you with this matter. Our customer service hours are Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm CST.

if you look closer you will see it has a bare metal finish just prior to spraying dood.