Tech Tip: How To Paint Your Gun With GunKote

The speaker, Justin Evans, discusses rust bluing versus cold bluing finishes. While not a fan of either, he expresses a preference for rust bluing over cold bluing, noting that cold bluing often looks poor. He suggests that other finishes, like case hardening, would be preferable to both.

This guide details the application of Cerakote, a high-performance firearm finish. It covers essential preparation steps like complete disassembly, thorough cleaning, and proper substrate preparation via sandblasting. The guide emphasizes using an HVLP spray gun for a thin, uniform application and outlines the different Cerakote series (C, H, F) and their curing requirements. Proper preparation is highlighted as critical for a durable and aesthetically pleasing finish.

This video provides a glimpse into the meticulous firearm manufacturing process at Wilson Combat. It highlights key stages including filing, machining, and assembly, emphasizing the commitment to quality that goes into every firearm. The visual evidence showcases specific models like the CQB Elite and NOM4A, underscoring the brand's dedication to producing high-quality firearms ready for shipment.

This video, part nine of a series, focuses on the final assembly and finishing of a firearm, referred to as a "Vampire Gun." It emphasizes that the content is not a tutorial but a sharing of the workshop's process, highlighting the passion and dedication involved in each creation. The description provides links to the previous eight parts of the series, detailing earlier stages of the build, from the frame and slide to the barrel, timing, safeties, and various milling operations. The creators strongly advise against attempting any of these operations without proper qualifications and licensing, stating the videos are purely for informational purposes. The final steps of putting the firearm together are showcased, leading up to its eventual testing.

This guide details the process of parkerizing firearm components, a method for creating a durable, corrosion-resistant phosphate coating. It emphasizes critical steps like surface preparation, material sorting, and proper solution management. The process, suitable for steel parts like those found on a 1911 or Remington 870, requires specific equipment and careful handling to achieve optimal results. Instruction is provided with a professional and technically detailed tone, characteristic of expert guidance from a major industry supplier.

Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA demonstrates the nitre bluing process for coloring firearm parts. This method involves polishing parts to a fine finish, suspending them, degreasing, and then repeatedly dipping them into a heated nitre bluing salt solution. Close monitoring of color development is crucial, followed by quenching in water. The process concludes with oiling and a 24-hour curing period, resulting in a beautiful royal blue finish.

This guide details the installation of a Geissele MK8 Super Modular Rail on an AR-15 platform. It covers securing the upper receiver, installing the barrel nut, gas system, and the rail itself, emphasizing the use of specialized tools and proper torque specifications. The process requires an intermediate skill level and careful attention to detail for a secure and functional build.

This guide, based on expert instruction from Brownells, details essential practices for proper ammunition storage. It emphasizes using airtight containers, managing humidity with desiccants, and maintaining stable temperatures to ensure ammunition reliability and safety. Proper storage is crucial for preventing corrosion and propellant degradation, especially for sensitive components like primers.

This guide details the process of upgrading an AR-15 from standard A2 furniture to Magpul components. It covers the removal of the A2 pistol grip and installation of the Magpul MIAD Grip and Magpul PRS Stock. The video demonstrates efficient assembly using specialized tools, highlighting the ergonomic benefits and adjustability of the Magpul parts. Instruction is provided by Brownells, a recognized industry authority.

This entry details the creation of a movie prop suppressor for a Remington 11-87 used in 'No Country for Old Men.' Prop master Larry Zanoff explains how the suppressor was designed to look homemade and was non-functional, with sound effects added in post-production. The process highlights the creative problem-solving involved in film armory.