Parkerizing is a process that creates a protective finish on firearms. The process can be done at home with simple supplies, or you can take your gun to a professional shop.
To Parkerize a gun barrel at home, you’ll need:
- Petroleum jelly
- Muriatic acid
- Water
- Steel wool
- Gun barrel (or any other steel surface)
- Pot or bucket to hold the solution
- Gloves
- Safety goggles
- Protective clothing (long sleeve shirt, pants, and shoes)
Here a step by step guide:
- Put on gloves, safety goggles, and protective clothing. Eye protection is essential when working with muriatic acid.
- Mix one part muriatic acid with nine parts water in the pot or bucket.
- Immerse the steel wool in the mixture and then rub it over the entire surface of the gun barrel. This will etch the surface and create a texture that will help the Parkerizing solution add here.
- Rinse the gun barrel with water and dry it completely.
- Apply a thick layer of petroleum jelly to any areas you don’t want Parkerized, such as the sights or any engraving.
- Immerse the gun barrel in the Parkerizing solution and let it sit for 15-20 minutes. The longer it sits, the darker the finish will be.
- Remove the gun barrel from the solution and rinse it with water.
- Allow the gun barrel to air dry or pat it dry with a clean cloth. The Parkerizing process is now complete!
Eric Edited answer August 1, 2022