I am in the early stages of a new rifle build and have a cerakoting a barrel question. Can someone please give me the straight scoop on cerakote? I have zero experience with this and would appreciate any advice.
The process of cerakoting a gun barrel is a bit involved, but it’s not too difficult if you have the right tools and supplies. First, you’ll need to sand the barrel down to bare metal using 220 grit sandpaper. Next, you’ll need to clean the barrel thoroughly with acetone or another degreaser. Once the barrel is clean and dry, you can start applying the cerakote.
To apply the cerakote, you’ll need to use an HVLP sprayer or a professional-grade airbrush. If you don’t have access to either of those, you can try using a hot glue gun with good results. You’ll want to apply several light coats of cerakote, allowing each coat to dry completely before applying the next. Once you’ve applied the desired number of coats, you’ll need to bake the barrel in an oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes to cure the cerakote.
After the barrel has cooled, you can reassemble your gun and enjoy your new, custom finish!