I tell everyone that has anything of significant worth that you will devalue it by coating it. One simple reason is we take off the original surface with mild blast media to create a bonding surface for the coating. Even re-blueing can devalue certain ones.
Honestly it depends on use. The coatings I use (Cerakote and KG Gunkote) are great for rust prevention and normal scratch and chemical resistance. As far as holster wear I would lean toward KG as a stronger product because I’ve seen Cerakote fail prematurely against kydex. Which isn’t always...
You can also end up with your firearm confiscated by ATF if it’s in someone’s possession who is doing business without a license.
Mark Mason at Deep South is the best bluer in the tri-State area. Who does he send his Cerakote work to? Me. I am certified by Cerakote and KG Gunkote (only a...
The best advice I can give anyone is to do your research. That includes (and most important) is the applicator an FFL? By law, they must be to do this kind of work. Are they certified or in the process? Not entirely necessary, but if they are endorsed by Cerakote or KG Gunkote, etc it helps...
If you’re still looking for an applicator, give me a call or check out our FB. Guardian Custom Firearm Coating. Certified in both Cerakote and KG Gunkote.
Sorry for the late reply, but Deep South Bluing can help. Call Mark @ 850-304-3187.
If it can't be blued or parkerized for whatever reason, call me. 850-543-5480
Scott
-Guardian Custom Firearm Coating