Anyone painted with krylon?

[stevelkinevil]

I wont be painting the barrel but being a bullpup the grip and forearm are taking alot more barrel heat than a conventional layout.
As far as Duracoat I would definitely prefer that but I don't have a paint gun and from what I have found it doesn't come in a spray can.
How would you guys recommend I prep the polymer?

[leatherneck448]

I generally prep polymer the same as I do steel.

Get a clean rag and thoroughly wipe it down with degreaser2-3 times, let it dry, and shoot.

you'll tell right away if you didnt clean good enough because the paint will fisheye.

That's one good thing about krylon though, is if you see any immediate imperfections, you can always wipe it off and start over.

[spyder]

Yes, any spray can will chip but like any paint job whether it be spray paint, professional automotive paint or even latex house paint for that matter, its all in the prep.

A properly cleaned and prepped surface will hold your finish much better and longer

Still in the end, it will chip and flake. It is ok for a quick fix, but if you plan on having the gun a while, you owe it to yourself to use at least duracoat or brownells gunkote especially on plastic parts that will bend and flex.

I wont be painting the barrel but being a bullpup the grip and forearm are taking alot more barrel heat than a conventional layout.
As far as Duracoat I would definitely prefer that but I don't have a paint gun and from what I have found it doesn't come in a spray can.
How would you guys recommend I prep the polymer?

For a one time use, you can get a cheap airbrush that will work fine. They have prefilled canisters you can hook up to them also for small jobs, shouldn't run you more than 25 bucks for the whole set up. Granted, it is gona cost more than spray paint but the moment your krylon paint cracks or chips, you will wish you spent the extra money.

[coop68]

krylon works ok! i just bought some duracoat and when i get back home next wed the prep work begins i will be posting picks once its done all i have read is prep prep prep and more prep and you will be fine! usually clean off the surface with something to get the oils off and than rough it up with something so the paint has something to grab onto!

[gcrookston]

I like Krylon.... and the Brownell's camo paint. Get a little scratch on it, or feeling a little bit holiday festive, rattle the can and give it another zap...

I've also used Duracoat on several guns. I prefer paint. If you don't shoot it right the first time, just paint over it...

Krylon/Brownell's

[alxone]

krylon tends to be a bit weak , watery and a bit runny . id suggest rusto or duracoat if your gonna use spray paint .but at the same time i dont ever think ill ever understand the painting of rifles . burlap dose the same thing and does not devalue the firearm .

[gcrookston]

i dont ever think ill ever understand the painting of rifles...

I painted the two I posted above to conceal damage incurred in a couple of "OH DOLPH!" incidents. The bolt gun fell off a tailgate and landed hard in sharp gravel. The AR with the bushmaster upper took a long, not too gingerly, slide down a skree field while hunting ferrell dogs in Tennessee.

I agree, painting a gun (or generally refinishing one on any level), should be avoided and it greatly reduces the monetary value (i.e. "but I paid $500 to have it refinished" -- "but you deteriorated the value $1,000 by doing so, too bad it was only worth $400 to start with")...

But, if you wince every time you look at that 5" long deep scratch, that patch of rusted pitting, or that gun that wandered 100 yards down to the rocky stream below, then maybe painting might be a cheap and reasonable option...

[alxone]

I painted the two I posted above to conceal damage incurred in a couple of "OH DOLPH!" incidents. The bolt gun fell off a tailgate and landed hard in sharp gravel. The AR with the bushmaster upper took a long, not too gingerly, slide down a skree field while hunting ferrell dogs in Tennessee.

I agree, painting a gun (or generally refinishing one on any level), should be avoided and it greatly reduces the monetary value (i.e. "but I paid $500 to have it refinished" -- "but you deteriorated the value $1,000 by doing so, too bad it was only worth $400 to start with")...

But, if you wince every time you look at that 5" long deep scratch, that patch of rusted pitting, or that gun that wandered 100 yards down to the rocky stream below, then maybe painting might be a cheap and reasonable option...

i completely understand , id do the same in that situation . but i does break the heart to see an undamaged rifle attacked by spray paint .

[Scanker19]

I painted a dummy grenade pastel pink, lavender, and blue for my daughter to play with and still retain her cute girly demeanor.

[lead_magnet]

i completely understand , id do the same in that situation . but i does break the heart to see an undamaged rifle attacked by spray paint .

I'm on the other side of the fence on this one. A rifle like an AR or AK variant, i.e. fighting rifles are a weapon. If it makes it more lethal or practical, go for it. I'd rather my weapon not be seen at all than to look cool. Of course this only comes into play if you plan on crawling around in the weeds when your putting your weapon to use. Doesn't really make much sence for a home defence gun, unless you paint it to match your drapes. Just a thought.

But back to Krylon. I personally hate that crap. Chips and scratches way to easy for my taste. I want it done right the first time. KG gunkote works like a charm...haven't tried duracoat yet, might for my next AK build.