Painting a shotgun

[GE286]

Anyone have tips on painting a shot gun? Just did a Benelli nova.

 

[Holeintheheadgang]

Your shotgun turned out great.
This shop in Palmer Alaska does some very nice hydro graphics.

 

[Lwink]

Looks pretty good. Only time will tell on the durability I guess, I’d say good prep is key for sure. My nova didn’t have the best blueing on it and can rust a little easy compared to other shotguns I’ve owned. Not sure if that’s widespread or just mine. If you just used paint not sure how well it’ll hold up with oil and cleaning solvents etc. I’ve had pretty good luck with Duracoat diy on a number of guns, both on metal and composite components. harbor freight or hobby lobby have affordable spray rigs which open up your options for coatings and patterns.

Long story short, If you like it and it lasts long enough then good job.

 

[LASTINLINE]

good going looks awesome! there is no magic coating.they all wear over time. battle scars add character...ive Duracoated and hydro dipped at home for a while.for stuff i want done faster i now mostly use the 2 part epoxy 2k spray paints off Amazon. the 2 k matte/satin clears work well over most anything to give a little more protection.you need a respirator /eye protection like using Duracoat.tougher than regular spray paint.cheaper than duracoat. just goes on thicker so you need to go lighter.for metal prep i just scuff with 600 grit/ wipe with acetone or brake cleaner. i then scuff lightly again then just blow off with air and spray the paint. with plastics i scrub with comet or dish soap. some plastics/synthetics have release agents that need to be cleaned off to make anything stick.