Cerakote
Cerakote is a polymer ceramic coating. Applied to the exterior of metal, plastic, wood, or polymer surfaces. Unlike Duracaot, choose a custom color or two tone. However, Cerakote cannot be layered. (For example, camo)
Cerakote from our applier.
Duracoat
Duracoat is an air dry process… Applied to exterior metal, synthetic, and wood. It’s available in standard colors. Unlike Cerakote, this method can be layered for a camo effect. Also, finishes come in matte or semi-gloss sheen.
Wood Finishes
Wood finishes are on gun stocks, for-ends, and hand gun grips. No matter if you restore old wood to like new, or change new wood to a desired finish. We also correct checkering. And even cracked gun stocks and for-ends can be repaired.
Bluing techniques
Hot bluing is applied by dipping steel into an acid solution. Which is then heated to boiling. It’s the most permanent rust protection. It’s similar to standard factory bluing.
Cold bluing is the use of over the counter products. For cosmetic touch-ups, The Gun Doctor carries these products in the store.
Fire bluing or Flame bluing is the process of heating steel. As a result, changes the color to a deep blue color finish.
Rust bluing and Fume bluing is an old practice. Although, it is safe method for keeping vintage guns from rusting. It isn’t used much today.
However, if you still can’t decide what type of finish you need… Our gunsmith, as well as, our trusted local finisher are here to help. Whether you want a custom new gun, or refinish an old one. See us for all your finishing needs.
When bringing your firearm to The Gun Doctor for finish work, please bring the entire gun.
Please ask any question about any project you may be working on. We are here to help.