How To Fix Scratches on Your AR15 Quick Tip

Published on March 20, 2017
Duration: 3:58

This guide, presented by Dave Timm, a professional firearms instructor, details how to repair scratches on AR-15 anodized aluminum receivers. It covers the necessary materials, surface preparation, the chemical application process using Birchwood Casey Aluminum Black, and finishing techniques to blend the repair. The instruction emphasizes proper degreasing and controlled heating for effective results.

Quick Summary

Repairing scratches on an AR-15's anodized aluminum receiver involves degreasing the area with denatured alcohol, gently heating the metal with a torch, and then applying Birchwood Casey Aluminum Black Metal Finish. This chemical process darkens the exposed aluminum to match the original finish. Finishing with gun oil helps blend the repair.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to AR-15 Scratch Repair
  2. 01:06Required Materials for Repair
  3. 01:21Surface Preparation: Degreasing
  4. 01:48Heating the Metal
  5. 02:13Applying Aluminum Black
  6. 02:43Finishing and Oiling

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you fix scratches on an AR-15's anodized aluminum receiver?

To fix scratches on an AR-15's anodized aluminum receiver, first degrease the area with denatured alcohol. Then, gently heat the metal with a torch before applying Birchwood Casey Aluminum Black Metal Finish using a cotton swab. Finally, clean and apply gun oil to blend the repair.

What materials are needed to repair scratches on an AR-15 receiver?

You will need Birchwood Casey Aluminum Black Metal Finish, a degreaser like denatured alcohol, cotton swabs for application, a small butane torch for heating, and gun oil for finishing the repair.

Can Birchwood Casey Aluminum Black fill deep pits in an AR-15 receiver?

No, Birchwood Casey Aluminum Black is a chemical blackening agent that darkens exposed silver aluminum to match the original finish. It is effective for cosmetic scratches but will not fill deep pits or gouges in the receiver.

Why is heating the aluminum important when using Birchwood Casey Aluminum Black?

Heating the anodized aluminum surface with a torch before applying Birchwood Casey Aluminum Black helps the chemical react more effectively. This process enhances the bonding and darkening of the metal for a better repair.

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