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christiangrest · 2 years
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Aluma-Hyde II…Firearm Finishing for the People.
I consider myself to be a moderately proficient individual when it comes to firearms, especially in the case of building, taking apart as well as troubleshooting. I am mostly self taught, but have just a tad bit of formal training. Now when it comes to the job of refinishing a firearm or applying a protective coating, I’ve merely scratched the surface of the possibilities. With many of my older mil-surp firearms, I’ve went through the task of stripping and re-finishing the various wood stocks, removing cosmoline and sanding said wood. Then applying a stain and then a correct oil or shellac to try and replicate the original looking wood furniture. The metal I typically would clean a bit, then oil as necessary.
A couple of years ago, I received a Charles Daly AR-12 shotgun that I decided I wanted to make an attempt at trying to paint it with a desert kind of camouflage theme. Nothing too crazy, but something just to get my feet wet. Initially I was going to go with a spray paint, but learned about Aluma-Hyde II finish from Brownells. It’s a firearm finish that’s applied from a spray can like a paint would be, but cures much harder. I won’t say that it’s as durable as Cerekote or Duracoat, but it also doesn’t require anything but prepping supplies and the can it comes in. To prep the surface before applying, anything not wanting to finish should be taped up and the entire surface degreased. Removing of anodized finish or bluing isn’t necessary. Aluma-Hyde II will bond to an already existing finish. You can take a Scotchbrite pad and scuff up the surface, but I have found it not to be necessary. I was shocked at how nice the AR-12 shotgun turned out. The only real issue I encountered was sometimes the nozzles would clog up, requiring a clean out. The only other negative is it takes an enormously long time to air cure…up to 2 weeks!
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After having gotten my feet wet with my first project, I wanted to try using a stencil pattern to apply a camo finish using Aluma-Hyde II. I chose a woodland pattern from Branson Cerekote to paint my 10.5” BRN-180 pistol in .300 Blackout. This time, I also picked up an extra large toaster oven to oven cure the finish. My understanding with cerekote is to apply each color at a time with cure time in between. Aluma-Hyde II starts to cure after 30+ minutes allowing time to apply more colors/coats and add/remove stencils. I found this to be ideal, but you have to work fairly fast. My first project using stencils came out really nice and I was more than happy with the results.
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Since those 2 projects, I’ve completed 2 additional projects using stencils and Aluma-Hyde II finish. I completed an Aero Precision EPC9 as well as another BRN-180 project. Aluma-Hyde II is truly an impressive firearm finish that is easy enough for a novice such as myself to apply and come out with a good looking outcome. Preparation of the surface is truly the key to a good outcome and try not to apply too many colors. 3-4 colors is really the maximum I would recommend since the finish is relatively thick in nature. Now I just wish Brownells would start to offer additional colors!
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odellstudios · 7 years
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I think the pics make it look a little lighter but I shot the barrel and new Matrix rail with Alumahyde Magpul FDE. It is just a little lighter in person, I think the light (and the fact that it’s not plastic or textured like plastic) makes it appear lighter too. However, I’m pretty happy with it. Needs a little more cure time and then the fun part, sighting in my new SWFA 10x42 SS.
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pewdiery · 7 years
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#Repost @floody_be_good (@get_repost) ・・・ Painted my pistol upper and lower today with alumahyde II, now I have to wait 10days to begin to put it together. 😑😑 The color is closer to the upper coloration. . . . . . #guncrafts #2amendment #2acraftsman #merica #arpistol #ar15 #alumahyde2 #sundayfunday #bepatient #bepatriotic #233 #welcometoboomtown #youdontgettopicktheday #pewprofessional #pewpewlife #livefree #enjoyyourself #wethepeople
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hank-strange · 5 years
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🔥🔥🔥Project Complete ✅ Brownells BRN 22 Combo Barrel & Receiver P90 / 10-22 BullPup Kit from @hightowerarmory with Brownells Aluma-Hyde II OD Green, HOT LIKE FIRE 🔥🔥🔥 Video Out Soon 🇺🇸🦅 ・・・ 📸 @hankstrange ・・・ @brownellsinc @hankstrange @safetyharborfirearms #p901022 #alumahyde2 #odgreen #hankstrange #safetyharborfirearms #hightowerarmory #bullpupkits #wmmfpodcast #brownells #brn22 #madeinusa #ruger1022 (at Strange Donuts) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqOnF2QnHfN/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=cktn4wc8d9wh
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christiangrest · 11 months
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When To Refinish or Leave Alone?
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With a recent project, I’m having arguments with myself as to whether I should apply a new finish to the firearm or leave it alone. My method of refinishing a firearm or a firearm project has been dependent upon whether or not I wish to do the finish myself or pay a shop to do it. Brownells and their Aluma-Hyde II refinishing system has made it easier for the hobbyist like myself to embark upon a refinishing project on a firearm. The only limiting factor has been the color palette available. But if you’re like me and into military type of firearms, earth tones as well as OD green are available colors and these have been perfect for the majority of the projects I’ve had in mind. Whenever I’m looking for a different color combination or extravagant camouflage patterns, then I look to shops such as Weapon Works or more recently I’ll be using a smaller outfit I found out about that’s closer to home and a small business local to me.
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Now onto the big question at hand…when should you refinish a firearm and when should you just leave it alone? This of course is a somewhat subjective question and answer and is largely dependent upon one’s world view in the realm of firearm collecting and customization. If I had an old Marlin lever rifle from the past 50 years that had rough metal and a very worn finish, most likely I would opt towards refinishing that rifle. Obviously a nice polishing and using a deep bluing would be an appropriate method to keep a classic rifle like that looking nice. Now a collector might look at me like I have 3 heads, thinking “you’re destroying that rifle’s history and collectability” when in reality, if the finish is very worn and the metal pitted, I’d much rather bring that rifle back to it’s former glory than let it continue to be neglected.
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As far as more modern firearms, when would you want to refinish or apply a new finish? It really depends on what you’re after. Very recently, well last fall I wanted to do something special for my wife. I purchased a brand new Canik Rival pistol from Brownells then took it right over to Weapon Works for a custom purple/black multicam finish. There’s no other in the world quick like it and my wife was ecstatic to say the least. Flip a coin and what about a rifle with an anodized finish such as a coyote or FDE anodized finish? If you’re sole purpose is to apply a different finish, then might I suggest purchasing one in black, then have it refinished. My recent dilemma is with my Colt M16A4 clone project I’ve started on. At first I was dead set on doing a battleworn desert finish, but the more I work on this project, the less I’m inclined to change it.
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One thing I will say in closing is don’t rush into a refinishing project on a firearm. Take your time and think out what you’re trying to accomplish. More often than not, once you’ve refinished a firearm, it’s impossible to reverse that finish. So whether you’re looking to refinish your firearm with Aluma-Hyde, cerekote or bluing, be sure to pick up the needed supplies from Brownells as they have you covered.
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hank-strange · 5 years
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🔥🔥🔥This Project is coming together nicely 👍🏾Walter Painted the P90 / 10-22 BullPup Kit from High Tower Armory with Brownells Aluma-Hyde II OD Green, looks better than we thought 🇺🇸🦅 ・・・ 🎥 @safetyharborfirearms ・・・ @brownellsinc @hankstrange #p901022 #alumahyde2 #odgreen #hankstrange #safetyharborfirearms #hightowerarmory #bullpupkits #wmmfpodcast #brownells (at Safety Harbor Firearms) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpYJpoHnaui/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1vdgjp9qmt5lk
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