Cerakote that looks like factory bluing

[Bad Dog]

Has anybody had cerakote that looks like bluing?
What is your impressions of cerakote?
Show some pictures please.

[ray1970]

I had a slide cerakoted once. I'm pretty easy on my stuff but it seemed like it was going to hold up pretty well. I ran the handgun in three or four IDPA matches and not only did the outside finish look perfect after being used in a kydex holster but I was surprised to see the finish didn't even show any wear on the breach face.

[Robb]

I've read about Durablue, made by Duracoat. No personal experience, spray on and let it dry, it is offered in 3 matte and 3 gloss shades.

[jerrymrc]

You can get it close but even at best it will have the color but not the polish. Things to remember. Cerakote can be applied to a semi gloss. Going outside of the recommendations can get a nice gloss but it also likes a texture to grab on to the surface. Duracote is paint pure and simple. Cerakote can and will show the grain but there is a depth and shine to a good bluing over polish that just will not be there with anything other than bluing. Now a tinted clear cerakote is something I have thought might get close but have not played with it yet. Just some thoughts.

[SideShow Bob]

Nothing beats Colt's Royal Bluing..... If I could afford to have them do it.