The Big Guide to Gun Finishes — GMP #205

This guide details how to apply the M1942 Beach Camo (Frogskin Arid) pattern to an AR-15 build, inspired by PSR's instructional video. It covers paint selection, preparation, and the application of stencils for a historically accurate finish. The process emphasizes using specific paints and stencils for a durable and effective camouflage pattern on tactical firearms.

This guide details a DIY method for painting an AR-15 using Rustoleum spray paint and a dish soap masking technique. The process involves applying multiple thin coats of different colors, using dish soap to create a unique pattern by preventing paint adhesion. The final step is washing off the soap to reveal the custom finish. The instructor emphasizes the primary rule: do not get paint inside the rifle.

This guide details how to properly paint an AR-15 using rattle cans, emphasizing crucial preparation steps for paint adhesion and longevity. It covers essential tools, meticulous surface scuffing and degreasing, precise masking of sensitive components, and effective spray painting techniques for a durable, personalized finish. The instruction is presented by an experienced individual who learned from mistakes, offering practical advice for a successful outcome.

This guide details how to spray paint a knife and sheath in a Multicam pattern using readily available materials like Rustoleum camouflage paints and a Primary Arms stencil. The process involves proper surface preparation, including cleaning and light sanding, followed by the application of a base coat and then layering camouflage colors with a stencil. Tips are provided on achieving a durable finish, avoiding common mistakes like blotching, and ensuring the pattern blends effectively with existing gear.

This guide details a DIY method for applying camouflage paint to a shotgun, specifically a Mossberg 500 series, using Rust-Oleum spray paints. The Civilian Tactical Host demonstrates techniques for masking, applying base coats, and using stencils for a custom 'coyote camo' finish. The process emphasizes matching patterns to terrain and layering colors effectively.

This guide details how to apply a Multicam Arid camouflage pattern to a firearm using stencils and aerosol paints, as demonstrated by John C. from Pew Pew Tactical. It covers base coat application, strategic stencil placement for different color layers, and final stencil removal. The process emphasizes understanding the Multicam Arid pattern's layered structure and encourages experimentation for optimal results.

This guide, informed by Roy Huntington, Editor of American Handgunner Magazine, details the critical differences between buckshot and birdshot for home defense. It covers their physical characteristics, penetration capabilities through walls, and effectiveness at close range. The advice emphasizes choosing a load based on concerns about over-penetration while stressing the universal importance of training, target identification, and using a light for any home defense scenario.

This guide details the field stripping process for a 1911 pistol, presented by Roy Huntington, Publisher of American Handgunner. It covers essential safety checks, step-by-step disassembly, and reassembly, emphasizing techniques to prevent damage. An alternative 'cheat' method for faster disassembly is also demonstrated, along with advice on using specialized tools for tight components.

This video showcases an exceptionally rare find: a first-generation 1873 Colt Single Action Peacemaker, discovered via metal detecting in Arizona. The expert speaker details its museum-quality condition, dating it to 1875, and analyzes the authentic patina and wear, including specific gutta-percha grip details and muzzle wear from holster friction. The firearm's discovery context among homestead ruins adds to its historical narrative.

This guide, presented by Roy Huntington, Editor of American Handgunner Magazine, outlines an efficient '5-minute clean' for modern semi-automatic pistols like the Glock 26/27. It emphasizes that over-cleaning is unnecessary and can cause premature wear. The process focuses on targeted cleaning of critical areas like the barrel and slide rails, with minimal lubrication applied only to high-friction points. Proper function checks after reassembly are also highlighted.