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In this no-holds-barred episode, Jamie shares a story that's equal parts cautionary tale and the driving force behind Wolf Precision's upcoming Prosumer Gunsmithing School. From a damaged rifle at a shooting school to a deep dive on the risks of DIY installs, Jamie explains why sometimes even good intentions can lead to costly mistakes. He also touches on why Wolf stopped doing outside gunsmithing work, what inspired their new consumer-based ACE Gen 4 system, and how the upcoming gunsmithing course aims to empower shooters to take control of their builds — the right way. Bonus content includes: Behind-the-scenes on upcoming Gen 4 ACE chambers and barrels A sneak peek into the new reloading tools and classes Why bead blasting beats Cerakote (most of the time) A myth-busting look at carbon barrels and heat retention Whether you're building your first rifle or you've got a shelf full of barrels ready to go, this episode is packed with real-world insight to keep you shooting straighter — and smarter. Thanks for tuning in—we hope you enjoy this episode! Patreon Membership for exclusive content. Wolf Precision Custom Rifles: www.wolfprecision.net The Wolf Pack: Learn more here.
This week the guys want to know what's in a car ceramic coating, best methods for a scratch free car wash and talking about our past car wash indiscretions. Gym gets recommended a place that can do wheel repair and powder coat while Foo gets referred for motorcycle fork repair. Foo's wife got a new ride. Melly goes to New Orleans for an Audiology conference and Foo loves the food aspect of that city. Gym goes to Mexico City and doesn't have a meal. We reminisce about long lost portable storage formats over the years. Plus more!
In Episode 579 of The Knife Junkie Podcast, Bob DeMarco talks with Mike Wertin, owner of Northern Knives in Anchorage, Alaska's premier knife retailer and maker of "the toughest things in Alaska since bears." Mike shares his journey from Arizona to Alaska, how the 3 Dog Knife line was born, and his pioneering techniques for multi-colored titanium anodizing. Learn about their custom Cerakote services, upcoming folding knife designs, and why virtually everyone in Alaska carries a pocket knife.The interview reveals fascinating stories behind their signature models and the popular MAC hunting knife. Mike also discusses their growing customization services including laser engraving and Cerakote application that have become so popular they can barely keep up with demand. Perhaps most exciting for knife enthusiasts, Northern Knives is developing their first line of folding knives made with premium CPM S125V steel, designed to combine the best features of Mike's favorite knives while maintaining the durability that the 3 Dog Knife brand is known for. Learn more at www.theknifejunkie.com/579Find Northern Knives:Website: www.NorthernKnives.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/northernknives Facebook: www.facebook.com/northernknives YouTube: www.youtube.com/@NorthernknivesBe sure to support The Knife Junkie and get in on the perks of being a patron, including early access to the podcast and exclusive bonus content. Visit https://www.theknifejunkie.com/patreon for details. You can also support The Knife Junkie channel with your next knife purchase. Find our affiliate links at https://theknifejunkie.com/knives.Let us know what you thought about this episode and leave a rating and/or a review. Your feedback is appreciated. You can also email theknifejunkie@gmail.com with any comments, feedback, or suggestions.To watch or listen to past episodes of the podcast, visit https://theknifejunkie.com/listen. And for professional podcast hosting, use The Knife Junkie's podcast platform of choice: https://theknifejunkie.com/podhost.
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Send us a textThis week we head to Cork to Gun armourer and target shooter Phillip Slattery from Small arms services . We talk gun defects , gun repairs and the different finishes you can have on your rifle or shotgun with Phillip's state of the art machinery including Laser welder , Cerakote and Duracote applications and much more !!!Support the showCheck us out on instagram, Facebook and YouTube for more great content and if you wish to subscribe please see our link below
In This Hour: RE-BROADCAST-- How do top gunsmiths make rifles more accurate? Todd Bonura, of Maniacal Arms, gives up some of his secrets. -- What makes Cerakote so good as a finish for gun? -- Reaching way out for long range shooting. Gun Talk 01.19.25 Hour 2
In This Hour:-- How do top gunsmiths make rifles more accurate? Todd Bonura, of Maniacal Arms, gives up some of his secrets.-- What makes Cerakote so good as a finish for gun?-- Reaching way out for long range shooting.Gun Talk 12.01.24 Hour 2
The guys bring you riveting interviews from Solomon Lunger from Ford Era, Katzkin's Miles Hubbard, Jeremiah Proffitt and “Taco Tuesday”, Josh from Firstech/Compustar, Attitude Performance's Matt and Jacob Dinelli, and Tim O'Malley with Cerakote/Prismatic Powders. The Truck Show Podcast is proudly presented by Nissan in association with Banks Power, AMSOIL, and EGR USA.
I had the pleasure of speaking with Aaron from Michigan Ambush about hunting gear. We delved into the importance of gear in hunting, especially given the rising costs and the constant technological advancements in the industry. Aaron shared his mission to educate consumers through his YouTube channel, where he provides in-depth reviews to help hunters make informed decisions before making expensive purchases. We discussed the trend of increasing prices in hunting gear and how companies test the market to see what consumers are willing to pay. Aaron highlighted the advancements in materials and technology, such as the use of 7075 aluminum and Cerakote finishes, which add strength and durability to hunting equipment. Aaron also shared his personal journey into hunting, starting in his twenties and evolving from gun hunting to bow hunting, and eventually to mobile and saddle hunting. He emphasized the importance of being proficient with your gear and having a system in place to ensure everything is organized and ready for the hunt. We touched on the challenges of running a YouTube channel, including dealing with the algorithm and audience engagement. Aaron stressed the importance of consistency and trying different content to see what resonates with viewers. He also talked about the balance of providing unbiased reviews while acknowledging his personal preferences. Finally, we discussed the significance of supporting local bow shops, like Sunrise Archery, where Aaron has built a strong relationship with the staff. He emphasized the value of good service and the importance of keeping these small businesses thriving. https://www.youtube.com/@MichiganAmBushOutdoors Huntworth Camo: Explore their latest camo patterns, offering excellent quality at a price that won't break the bank. Perfect for your next hunt! Shop Huntworth Camo VPA (Vantage Point Archery): Check out the newly released Omega broadheads with bleeders—designed for precision and performance. Explore VPA Broadheads
Kyle has been in the law enforcement community since 2007 serving as a deputy, armorer, and firearms instructor out of southwest Missouri. He opened a tactical retail store in Springfield, MO in 2013. This is where Kyle began selling the art of grip reductions and stippling designed from a gunfighter's perspective from the ground up. Kyle continued with the custom armorer work creating Cave State Customs in 2015. Kyle added Cerakote services and began traveling to armorer's courses with manufacturers bringing him to over 20 armorer's certifications. Kyle is certified to work on well-known pistols, self-loading rifles, shotguns, machine guns, and even grenade launchers. In 2018, Kyle organized a security company, Executive Defense Group, and began working security from the outer onion layer, to personal protection details. In 2022, Kyle dealt with the mental hardships common amongst the warrior spirit. During the battles of depression, his best friend was shot and killed, which became the catalyst to a downward spiral. Two of Kyle's warrior brothers turned him onto a program where his life would change forever. Shortly after In 2022, Kyle put CSC on hold when he founded a firearm-specific marketing company called Full-Scope Innovations. Full-Scope currently holds contracts with two of the largest firearms retailers in the world where they rely on Kyle's team to promote all weapons and tactical accessories in web-based copy, as well as traditional print.You can find Kyle's Podcast, The Unbound Podcast, on IG: @theunboundpodPlease make sure to follow us on IG: @BKBattleRaedy and @SilverSavageCoaching.As always, thank you all for the follows, shares, and comments.
In dieser Podcast-Folge sprechen wir über das Lackieren von 3D-Druck Bauteilen. Wenn Sie also Dienstleister sind und eine Anfrage bekommen und nicht wissen, wie Sie jetzt damit vorgehen oder Sie Techniker, Ingenieur, Konstrukteur sind oder in einer Entwicklungsabteilungen arbeiten und 3D-gedruckte Bauteile lackieren müssen, dann ist das jetzt genau die richtige Folge. Egal ob SLS-, FDM- oder SLA-Bauteile und alles was dazu gehört.
Juneteenth with Stephanie Carter and Jana Preece, plus Cerakote with Titus Blosser full 2593 Wed, 19 Jun 2024 18:39:16 +0000 oCKwpZMnay1K4UEdgGNGtRBBjQTFwO2f Big Joe & Laura news Juneteenth with Stephanie Carter and Jana Preece, plus Cerakote with Titus Blosser Big Joe & Laura wake up West Michigan with fun takes on what's happening in Grand Rapids and beyond. Joe Pesh & Laura Hardy aren't afraid to be real with you. Weekdays on West Michigan's Mix 95.7! 2021
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Juneteenth with Stephanie Carter and Jana Preece, plus Cerakote with Titus Blosser full 2593 Wed, 19 Jun 2024 18:39:16 +0000 oCKwpZMnay1K4UEdgGNGtRBBjQTFwO2f The Jersey Shore Morning Show with Lou & Michele news Juneteenth with Stephanie Carter and Jana Preece, plus Cerakote with Titus Blosser Wake up to the vibrant pulse of the Jersey Shore with Lou & Michele on 94.3 The Point! Ever find yourself lingering in the car to catch the last bit of Celebrity Name Game? Did you miss out on the latest Trend with Jahna? Fear not! Introducing the Lou & Michele Podcast – your go-to for all the morning show highlights. Join Lou, Michele, and the crew as they dive into lively discussions with listeners and share their perspectives on life at the Shore, fun games, and the latest buzz in news and community events. Don't let a minute slip by – tune in to their podcast and catch up on today's top moments! 2021
Juneteenth with Stephanie Carter and Jana Preece, plus Cerakote with Titus Blosser full 2593 Wed, 19 Jun 2024 18:39:16 +0000 oCKwpZMnay1K4UEdgGNGtRBBjQTFwO2f The Andy Griffin Show news Juneteenth with Stephanie Carter and Jana Preece, plus Cerakote with Titus Blosser Join Andy Griffin for The Andy Griffin Show on Southern Utah's News Talk KDXU in St. George and listen to parts of the shows that you may have missed or just want to listen to again. 2022
This episode of "For the Love of Guns" features Nathan Mitchell, the innovative mind behind Mitchell Defense, which focuses on crafting ARs that excel in accuracy, durability, and reliability. Nathan shares his journey from military service to entrepreneurship and explains how his experiences have shaped his approach to AR design. This episode delves into the nuances of what makes an AR effective, focusing on the meticulous attention to detail that Mitchell Defense applies to each component, ensuring that every firearm meets the highest standards of quality. Show Sponsors:
In today's episode of Tactical Business, host Wade Skalsky sits down with Andrew Garcia of Syndicus Defense Corp. In this episode Andrew talks about their innovative Gen 3 AKs and the groundbreaking Orion model, bridging the gap between AK and AR platforms. Explore their commitment to American craftsmanship and the future of firearm design. Don't miss this insightful conversation on modernizing the AK platform and the importance of firearm education and safety.
In this episode, Matt is joined by Simon from Hazztech. They discuss Cerakote and the various options that are available to shooters and hunters. The boys then discuss the cost savings of reloading ammo and an overview of the pros and cons of why you should do it. Matt then reflects on his latest .308 ammunition purchase and the financial cost of visiting the shooting range. For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter) or head over to the website. If you have a question, topic, gear review suggestion or a guest that you'd like to hear on the show, shoot an email to australianhuntingandbeyond@gmail.com or via our socials. Disclaimer
We interview Tom Bacher of One Off Coatings, and he runs is through the process of coating, and what we need to know.
On this episode of "What's Your Thoughts" Nate and Garrett talk about the pros and cons of cerakote guns and some customized gun themes that are hot topics in the blind!
Dennis Garcia and Maile Fok from Soundskins Global talk to the guys about their unique triple-layer, CNC-cut, and application-specific sound deadening product. We want a HurriCrate in our next project and the winner of our Cerakote contest is announced.
The guys bring you all the newness from the 2022 SEMA Show from top brands like Borla, Cerakote, Wilwood, TMI Products, Bilstein, HP Tuners (with a Gozilla'd Raptor bonus), and Nissan, with a cameo from the Motorator himself, Matt D'Andria.
John and Richard sit down with Richard Alexander. Richard is a Salt Lake City native who has spent a good portion of his adult life collecting and fishing with vintage fly rods and fly reels. Over the years he has joined and participated with online fly-fishing forums buying and selling rods and reels. He began photographing each item as it passed through his hands, creating a rich photo library of the rare and historical items he had grown to love. To share his passion for vintage fly tackle and insight of antique rods and reels, he created the Antique Rod & Reel Library website www.antiquerodandreels.com . The website was designed to help anyone identify the items in their possession by comparing them to the rods and reels in the online library. Richard is always excited about sharing his knowledge and experiences with anyone interested in vintage fly tackle. Over time, Richard began to identify a niche in today's fly-fishing market. There was a reason people loved these old fishing items, and he would often hear them say, “They just don't make them like they used to.” Richard sought to fix that. Combining his love for flyfishing and passion for the sport, as well as almost forty years of experience in engineering design, machining and manufacturing, the RC Alexander Imperial 125 was born. The Alexander Imperial 125 is a modern evolution of Heddon's Imperial 125 that gives the fisherman the classic look and balance of the vintage reel but the robustness of today's modern materials and machining tolerances. The Alexander Imperial 125 is machined from solid aircraft grade aluminum bar stock with internal components being made from todays lighter stronger alloys. One characteristic of the Alexander Imperial 125 is an agate line guide as found on the original 1924 version of the reel, along with the three-position check adjustment added to the post WWII reels. The Alexander Imperial 125 reel can be ordered in left- or right-hand retrieve and in several Cerakote colors shown on the website https://rcalexanderreels.com .
Tea & Entropy - Ep94 This episode of Cycling in Alignment is a conversation with Molly Baron and Sasha Cucci from Entropy Designs. They have teamed up to create amazing custom paint jobs for bicycles, and have recently completed a Japanese themed paint layout on my custom carbon Appleman road bike. We talk about the genesis of this project and how Molly has come to believe that her art belongs in the world and on the complex and nuanced canvas of a bicycle frame. We also discuss the process of challenge and growth that Molly and Sasha went through in order to bring this painting business to life. They spent approximately 150 hours painting my Appleman, which included using indigo powder imported from Japan to create the blue hues, as well as real gold leaf. They also built a paint booth and coated the frame with diamond-hard Cerakote to protect the artwork during real world use. This bike won't be a mantle or museum bike, it will be on the road climbing mountains and rocketing down hills, negotiating the black ribbon. Together, Molly and Sasha make a gifted team that delivers a unique and beautiful product. Are you someone who would like the vision of a truly talented artist to transform your bike into a functional, durable work of art? If so, Entropy Designs is worth your investigation. Links: Entropy Designs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/entropy_designs/ Entropy Designs Website: https://www.entropy-designs.com/
In this episode we talk about bedding, cerakote and barreled actions. We just returned from our trip to Redstone Arsenal, AL and Ft. Benning, GA. Bedding is a topic that came up and barreled action requests are common here at the shop. They both go hand in hand and with a new chassis in the shop being bedded as we speak, this was the right time to answer why we do not offer or sell just barreled actions. We have to see the rifle through to the very end if you are to have the success and accuracy you are expecting from it! If you enjoy the podast, you can support the show through Patreon for just $3 a month or $36 a year. We appreciate your support. https://www.patreon.com/user?u=29426128&fan_landing=true
On Today's episode of the TFB Behind the Gun Podcast, we have TFB Staff Writer Lucas D. I met Lucas a number of years back during a trip out to Oregon, the home of many great optics companies, while I was there I had the chance to chat with Lucas who has a ton of experience on both the retail firearm sales side of things as well as a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field of custom Cerakote jobs. If you've ever been interested in learning about the Cerakote process, how consistent results are achieved, and just how much work goes into making a repeatable product on a large scale, Lucas is here to explain the ins and outs of the entire process from start to finish. In addition, we talk a bit about how Lucas was hired on as a writer for TFB (hint: basically the same way as every other writer), as well as some of his opinions on the competitive shooting world that he's invested in, as well as his thoughts on how his view on firearms has changed during his time within the industry as a reviewer of firearms. Please welcome TFB Staff Writer Lucas D to the show! Read Some of Lucas' Work Here Chat with Lucas on the offical TFBTV/TFB Discord Channel
In this episode of the Big Tex Ordnance Podcast the crew is joined by Sal and Anthony from Redacted Concepts. These two guys have set the standard when it comes creativity and carving a slice out of the custom Cerakote market. Be sure to join the conversation over at the BTO Friends group on Facebook.The Big Tex Ordnance Podcast is brought to you by Big Tex Ordnance!
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In this episode, Michigan's AutoTalk Episode 57: "6 quick and affordable ways to dress up your project car," executive producer Phil Tower chats with automotive writer and classic car expert Kyle Smith from Hagerty.com. Kyle has been writing great stuff for Hagerty.com for many years and he's also the proud owner of a 1965 Chevy Corvair. As Kyle wrote in his recent article on affordable ways to dress up your project car, "Once I have a project car working like it should, I find there comes an odd stagnation period in which nothing is broken but the total package doesn't yet fit my vision for the finished product. In this strange space, there is a lot of interesting and satisfying work to be done, without having to pursue the nuclear option of a full cosmetic restoration."We spoke with Kyle about each of the six options for dressing up your classics and there are a few surprises hidden in our conversation.Links for this episode:https://www.hagerty.com/media/maintenance-and-tech/6-affordable-ways-to-dress-up-your-project-car/West Michigan Cerakote & Laser: Cerakote & Laser:https://www.westmicerakote.com/Michigan's AutoTalk podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Podcasts, Amazon Audio, Spreaker.com, Deezer, and Podcatcher.
We enjoyed great conversation in this episode with Austen Daniel from Acadianakote. We talk about Cerakote on Shotguns, working in the oil fields, starting a business and the sacrifices that came with it and more Link to send us a message in! https://sayhi.chat/themvmshow Watch The MVM Show on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChfUd5fvEkW97ZwEwT4mEYw/featured?view_as=public Email - themvmshowpodcast@gmail.com
A Chicago Cop joins the podcast and gives the deep dish about the job in the Windy City. He also explains why people stay in a department/city like that. Of course my old friend Jack joins the podcast too. Please support the folks that make this podcast possible. Brass City Armory is a LEO owned small business that offers Cerakote (pronounced Sarah-Coat) and laser engraving services We specialize in custom coated and engraved firearms, everything from simple designs to fully custom artwork and themed builds. We also restore rusted or worn out finishes on various firearms, knives, various metal/plastic parts, ect We also sell pre-customized firearms and will be offering themed AR-15 build kits in the coming months. Brass City Armory is a fully licensed 07 FFL and a registered manufacturer. Check us out at www.brasscityarmory.com and follow us on Instagram and Youtube to stay up to date on cool new projects, items, and see how the Cerakote and lasering process is done. Check out the featured LEO band Greenwood --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/poorly-made-police-memes/support
We are pleased to be able to replay our interview with Steve Lauer, the founder of Duracoat. Recently, we lost Steve, but his words and his dream of a multi-colored world remain with us. It is always a treat to have Scott Hambrick of Online Great Book and Barbell Logic join us on the radio. As per usual, we have a wide variety of topics to discuss with Mr. Hambrick, these include the future of the US dollar, being a prepared person, and much more. Thanks for being a part of SOTG! We hope you find value in the message we share. If you've got any questions, here are some options to contact us: Send an Email Send a Text Call Us Enjoy the show! And remember…You're a Beginner Once, a Student For Life! TOPICS COVERED THIS EPISODE [0:02:15] Plastic and Rubber are made out of Patrol, just saying [0:09:15] DuraCoat Finished Firearms - DuraCoat University TOPIC: Steve Lauer Interview (SOTG 257 – Color Wars Pt. 2, Steve Lauer Interview) studentofthegun.com Huge thanks to our Partners:SDS Imports | Brownells | CrossBreed | Duracoat | Hi-Point Firearms [0:46:39] First Half of 03/31 Hambrick Interview Go to https://www.studentofthegun.com/ogb FEATURING: Madison Rising, Jarrad Markel, Paul Markel, SOTG University PARTNERS: SDS Imports, Brownells Inc, CrossBreed Holsters, DuraCoat Firearm Finishes, Hi-Point Firearms FIND US ON: Full30, Parler, MeWe.com, Gettr, Juxxi, iTunes, Stitcher, AppleTV, Roku, Amazon, GooglePlay, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, tumblr SOURCES From studentofthegun.com: To clear the air, we invited both representatives from both Duracoat and Cerakote to join us for a conversation about the ongoing “Color Wars”. The Cerakote representative turned us down, but Steve Lauer, founder and inventor of Duracoat took us up on our offer. Tune in to hear about Steve's one on one fight with Nanny Bloomberg and we got Steve to go on record about ugly guns. (Click Here for Full Article)
I'm joined by Illicit Provisions, as we chat about unique magazines he sells. Check him out on his instagram: (Currently on his back-up account) Instagram Check out his Website for one of those cool Magazine releases & More. Website
We talk to Dave Newman about being reliant on CrossFit as a customer and all the Changes, his relationship with Dave Castro and New products they have coming out, plus the Cerakote Limited edition colors of the EVO Rope. Then the crew talks about the Saxon Panchik News, who is going to be Mayhem's 4th (Psst it did break right after the show that it was Sam Cournoyer) , Cat's new gym and all our fitness this week.
Derek Pitera is the owner of SC Arms in Spotswood, New Jersey. SC Arms offers a suite of customization options, ranging from custom gunsmithing to Cerakote application to performance parts installation, and is a true one-stop-shop. Derek swung by the pit to discuss his entrepreneurial journey, advice for aspiring business owners the future, in which he sees himself at the helm of a brand larger than Bass Pro Shop and Cabela's. Enjoy!
In this hour: - Springfield Armory's Rob Leatham talks about their newest guns, including the Hellion 5.56 bullpup - Blake Barnett, of Trailing The Hunter's Moon TV, talks hunting, conservation, and the new Marlin rifles - Will a Cerakote finish on a gun hold up to use? Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 01.16.22 Hour 2
We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving! This week Gym recaps their recent trip to Disneyland for his daughter's birthday and you might be surprised, Disneyland had surprising good covid protocols, Foo has a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, Foo wonders about what women do to rap each other, Tennessee Peanut Company, Foo finds Cerakote for re-blacking your car's plastic, plus more!
We had the chance to sit down with Josh Farr, owner of Drop-Tine Custom Skull Dipping. Drop-Tine provides services such as firearm Cerakote application, skull cleaning, whitening, and custom hydro dipping services. We discuss how growing up hunting and fishing inspired his career as an entrepreneur and teacher. Tune in to find out how you can win a FREE skull dipping for up to $150 value. If you or someone you know wants to be featured in our next podcast, message us on Facebook! Until next time, keep Eatin', Drinkin', and Shoppin' Local.To learn more about Drop-Tine, visit their Facebook and website!
On this episode of the podcast, I talk with Cpt. Robin Krouse. He has been in law enforcement for 36 years and is currently the commander in communications. Communications is the hub for your 911 dispatchers. He argues for dispatchers to be called first responders all over the nation; not just Texas. Take a listen and decide for yourself. HRH COMBAT Custom gun smithing, Cerakote for guns/tools/auto parts, and accessories. Veteran owned and operatedSupport the show
On this episode of the podcast, I talk with HRH Combat Arms & Coatings co-owner, Steve Miller. Steve is a master gunsmith, Marine Veteran, and a father. We discuss his military time during Desert Storm, how he got into guns, and a unique story from his hometown where he had a bad police run-in. Watch the YouTube episode to see the firearms, Cerakote, and optics Steve brought for show and tell. Enjoy Support the show
I have always been fascinated by the depth of knowledge required to be a proficient gunsmith. Skilled individuals possess a working knowledge of mechanics, engineering, chemistry, and economics(if they are still employed), and can pull from any of those topics at will. Today's topic in question, heat treating metal, requires one to don the hat of chemist and engineer with the study of metallurgy. I'm Joel Penkala and this is 10 minutes on heat treating and case hardening. Gunsmiths have to shape parts from metal, and not all metals are created equal, nor will one type serve appropriately in every situation. There are parts in guns that need to be very strong like firing pins while others like springs need to flex. Still, others require exceptional wear properties like hinge pins, where there is metal-to-metal contact. These properties are generally referred to as hardness, strength, and stiffness. Hardness deals with surface durability. Strength with the amount of stress that can be applied before a part fails, and stiffness the ability of a part to return to its original form. The properties of a specific gun part will dictate which of these characteristics are required. Over the last several hundred years man has been improving the field of metalworking, in no small part with the help of modern technology, machinery and production methods. More consistent and complex alloys can be created now than ever before. And modern machining allows parts to be made in metals that already possess the necessary properties that a final part may require. In the past, this was not so. Gunsmiths had to make do with techniques and materials at their disposal to create firearm parts, and so needed to be good at changing the properties of the metals they utilized. It may be overly simplistic to say that it is easier to shape soft metal. What I mean is, it is easier to shape metal when it is soft, instead of hard. But hard surfaces may be required for durability. Metals can have properties that make them so hard that even a high-quality file will seem to slide across without removing any material, which would make them very difficult to shape indeed. Enter the process of heat treating metal. In its most basic terms, a process of heating and cooling metal to alter its properties. Temperature, time, and the presence of other materials like carbon, will dictate the final properties of the metal; the very things like hardness, toughness, spring-like character, or brittle nature required by varying gun parts. One type of heat treating is ‘tempering' and is crucial to the production of springs and other gun parts. Untempered steel can be very brittle, and the process of heating the metal up to a specific temperature can change that brittle steel into something more spring-like. The duration of time the metal is heated, the temperature to which it is heated, and the speed with which the part is cooled determine its final properties. If you hear a gunsmith talking about heating up a piece of metal to a straw color, or flame blue, that is tempering. This process can also impart color to polished metal. This is most often used for small parts- like Screw heads which can be flame-blued to produce a fine electric blue to purple color that is very appealing on certain guns. Another heat treatment process that we hear a great deal about in the gun world is that of ‘case hardening'. The case hardening process was used as a finishing technique on many firearms over the years, and produces what is generally referred to as case colors. If you look at gun's for sale ads, I am sure you have come across one that refers to the percentage of case color left on an action. Carburizing is the process of heating up a metal part in the presence of extra carbon. In the gun world, this is referred to as case hardening or color case hardening. For firearms parts, extra carbon typically comes from a combination of charcoal and bone, and you will often hear of bone charcoal case hardening. Without diving too deep, the metal is heated up enough that it begins to absorb carbon from the surrounding carbon-rich charcoal. The additional carbon enters the crystalline structure of the surface of the metal, and when cooled, or quenched, the new structure possesses more carbon making it harder. This change only occurs on the surface, while the bulk of the interior characteristics of the metal do not change. Essentially we can have a piece of metal where the properties are not the same throughout, ie a tough surface finish over a softer yet less brittle interior. It also happens that a side effect of this process is the production of those oh-so coveted case colors we are so fond of. Bone charcoal case hardening takes a good deal of time, with parts needing to be carefully packed into a bath of charcoal and heated carefully up to the neighborhood of 1300 to 1400 degrees F. The resulting shell of hardened metal can be as much as 0.060 of an inch deep. The main drawback is that parts are heated to such a high temperature for so long, they are prone to distortion, warping, or cracking. Most actions, for example, are fixtured to metal blocks during the process so fragile top and bottom tangs remain true to their original shape. I mentioned above that improved metal alloys would play a role in this discussion, as would modern machining techniques. The steady march of progress has given us other options to produce the hardened metals we need for guns, without packing them in burned bones. Modern gun manufacturing can take advantage of high-quality alloy steel. Production with modern equipment allows for the machining of gun parts that are made from steel that already possess the necessary qualities of hardness sufficient to meet the needs of firearms, and thus the only goal that remains is to produce the ‘colors' part of the process. Chemical case coloring achieves this goal. Metals are heated up in a bath of chemicals and then quenched in an aerated tank of water or oil. This process gives the metal the case colors that so many folks love. Contrary to what some may think, this chemical process does harden the outside of the metal and typically produces a harder surface than the bone/charcoal method, though not as deeply penetrating. Both types of case hardening will alter the metal, and produce colors, though the tones, specific colors(yellows, purples, blues, and reds), patterns, and shades from the processes do look different. Any colors on a gun in either process are very susceptible to wear. The ‘colors' are only an oxidized layer on the very surface of the piece and can accidentally be removed with chemicals (just like bluing on a barrel), or too much scrubbing with steel wool. This is why so many modern manufacturers are applying some type of clear coat over top of their case colors to make them last. Lacquers and similar clear surface coatings can be applied after the heat-treating process to provide another physical barrier to protect colors. Taking it to the next level, the application of baked-on coatings like Cerakote provide yet another more durable finish to help case colors last. Cerakote is a ceramic polymer coating that is applied via spray gun a few thousandths of an inch thick and baked to adhere. Generally, it creates a durable, abrasion, chemical and corrosion-resistant surface. It is available in any number of colors and used throughout the gun industry, though the application of clear Cerakoe over case colors provides a durable alternative to the colors alone, ensuring they last longer. I personally have used a torch and some cold blue to produce colors on my first ever gun restoration project, a single shot 20ga. and applied a clear spray on the finished action to try to get them to last. You can learn to do just about anything these days from a youtube video or an online forum, although I do believe that Brownells Gunsmithing Kinks book had a section about the same process. Anyway, these types of chemical colors are just that; simply chemicals applied in the presence of some heat to give the metal something that has the appearance of case color. It's not bone charcoal-colored, or chemical case hardening, and is not even hardening at all. Much like Steven Rinella's comments about hunting big deer inside fences, the only reason that these ‘fake colors' have any value at all, is that the real McCoy classic bone charcoal colors are so rare and beautiful, and also so ephemeral. Case color disappears with use, is hard to replicate, and is a good indicator if a gun is original or restored. I suppose that we are all looking for our own big buck of sorts and sometimes we all succumb to shortcuts from time to time. But then again, for my single-shot squirrel gun, it seemed a fitting choice to make the metal look new and pretty again. I'll leave you with that, Im Joel Penkala and this is The Gun Room.
Alex Crespi is the owner of Kotes of Anarchy one of our favorite companies!!Kotes of Anarchy specializes in high quality Cerakote application on not just firearms but tons of other items as well. Alex is a true artist.Join Mike and Jess from The Gun Channel and Alex as they get into all things Cerakote, from shipping your items to working with Alex and his team to make your dream come to true.You can check out Alex and Kotes of Anarchy's work on their instagram page here-Kotes Of AnarchyWant to see this episode live and get a look at some of Alex's work?Check it out on The Gun Channel
On this week's episode, Chad reviews the custom Cerakote “X-Wing” themed AR cerakoted by Midwest Firearm Solutions. We discuss the new Atibal SAP micro 1x prism sight, Ruger’s new LCP Max, Bushnell’s Fusion X rangefinding Binoculars, Canto Arms Nocturne 22 Heavy Blaster, and the Roxi 4 from WE Knife. For all the show notes and back episodes, head over … Continue reading "Gun and Gear Review Podcast Episode 379 – Xwing, SAP, LCP Max, Fusion X, Nocturne 22, ROXI 4"
On this week's episode, Chad reviews the custom Cerakote “X-Wing” themed AR cerakoted by Midwest Firearm Solutions. We discuss the new Atibal SAP micro 1x prism sight, Ruger’s new LCP Max, Bushnell’s Fusion X rangefinding Binoculars, Canto Arms Nocturne 22 Heavy Blaster, and the Roxi 4 from WE Knife. For all the show notes and back episodes, head over … Continue reading "Gun and Gear Review Podcast Episode 379 – Xwing, SAP, LCP Max, Fusion X, Nocturne 22, ROXI 4"
we went live on Facebook and had a great time talking to Ethan. hes a great dude that knows his Sh!t. Listen along and hear why you should Cerakote your gun instead of dipping it.
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Candy-coated Garage Hour right here, starring Green Tip and Pepe/Frank/Derailment Monster at Freedom:30 - everything from old 870s to new bolt-carrier groups, including what coatings are the best and what parts can break (there's a good piece on this at ConcealedPatrior). ...Plus tons of good details on cerakoting from the pros. It's the dynamite insights on applying Cerakote that put the weight in this episode - prep, bake, temps and types, abrasion and lasangakote - it's in there. Also in there is the growing problem of voting green-tip fraud, plus parts from Strike Industries and Geissele.
Candy-coated Garage Hour right here, starring Green Tip and Pepe/Frank/Derailment Monster at Freedom:30 - everything from old 870s to new bolt-carrier groups, including what coatings are the best and what parts can break (there's a good piece on this at ConcealedPatrior). ...Plus tons of good details on cerakoting from the pros. It's the dynamite insights on applying Cerakote that put the weight in this episode - prep, bake, temps and types, abrasion and lasangakote - it's in there. Also in there is the growing problem of voting green-tip fraud, plus parts from Strike Industries and Geissele.
It's a double-feature for Episode 46! *Visit FaxonFirearms.com/blog/episode46 for complete notes, resources, and links!* --- Tom Bacher from One Off Coating LLC is on the show to talk about the process of customizing your firearm through Cerakote, Laser, and more! Learn more about Tom and One Off at: oneoffcoating.com --- Evan gives us his Hunting Tips! Faxon's National Account Manager, Evan Croley, is back on the show to discuss his hunting plan and to share tips with our audience. If you're new to hunting, check-out the NSSF's online resource, WhereToHunt.org --- Caldwell E-Max Power Cords Giveaway! Episode 46 is brought to you by our friends at Caldwell! We're giving away a set of their new E-Max Power Cords active hearing protection and Bluetooth headset on the show this week! --- Don't forget to check out our friends of the podcast! Crimson Trace - https://www.crimsontrace.com/ Wheeler Tools - https://www.wheelertools.com/ Lockdown - https://www.lockdown.com/ Caldwell Shooting Supplies - https://www.caldwellshooting.com/ Tipton Gun Cleaning Supplies - https://www.tiptonclean.com/ . . . . #faxonfirearms #faxon #firearms #hunting #gun #guns #hunter #cerakote
Catching up with everyone, Black Ice sweetness and giveaways
Chris Pritchard from Protective Ceramic Coatings joins AHP to discuss the benefits of Cerakote, colors and patterns, bluing versus Cerakote, hard to reach applications, and why you should use a trained certified Cerakote applicator.
In today's episode we introduce our Cerakote applicator and long time friend, David Lake. We hope you enjoy his company as much as we do!
The guys talk shop with Bogi Lateiner from All Girls Garage, learning about her BMW-powered Chevy pickup project, her love of promoting women in the trades, and how overmatched they are by Bogi’s wit. They also explore the world of coatings with Cerakote’s Tim O’Malley and discuss recent experiences with the DMV.
The guys are joined by Gunsmith and Cerakote applicator Yung Tran from "Darkside Vault". They cover what is the definition of Mil Spec and their opinions on what Mil Spec should be.
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FULL SHOW NOTES HERE Welcome to the We Like Shooting show, Episode 341 – tonight we'll talk about Faxon Firearms, Manticore Arms, Patriot Patch Co, Swampfox Optics, Brownells, Cerakote, Forever Roll, Ruger PC Charger, MC 6, Swampfox Optics and more!
FULL SHOW NOTES HERE Welcome to the We Like Shooting show, Episode 341 – tonight we’ll talk about Faxon Firearms, Manticore Arms, Patriot Patch Co, Swampfox Optics, Brownells, Cerakote, Forever Roll, Ruger PC Charger, MC 6, Swampfox Optics and more!
FULL SHOW NOTES HERE Welcome to the We Like Shooting show, Episode 341 – tonight we’ll talk about Faxon Firearms, Manticore Arms, Patriot Patch Co, Swampfox Optics, Brownells, Cerakote, Forever Roll, Ruger PC Charger, MC 6, Swampfox Optics and more!
Cerakote! Pick your poison! Kryptek, FDE, Woodgrain… Armourie DC Gunsmith can do them all! This week Denis Chouinard, owner of Armourie DC Gunsmith joins us to talk about becoming certified in Cerakote finishing. He discusses the ins and outs of the process, how useful it is and how he can now service his customers better. … Continue reading Episode 342 – Cerakote → The post Episode 342 – Cerakote appeared first on Slam Fire Radio.
Cerakote! Pick your poison! Kryptek, FDE, Woodgrain… Armourie DC Gunsmith can do them all! This week Denis Chouinard, owner of Armourie DC Gunsmith joins us to talk about becoming certified in Cerakote finishing. He discusses the ins and outs of the process, how useful it is and how he can now service his customers better. … Continue reading Episode 342 – Cerakote → The post Episode 342 – Cerakote appeared first on Slam Fire Radio.
Today we interview Lee & Hailee from Black Ice Coatings!
Silicon Valley veteran Chuck joins us to talk a little about Social Media Marketing in the firearm industrylink for reporting: https://bit.ly/2PEmEvx A little about Chuck: Social media can be a potent tool in promoting your business. But navigating the rules and regulations can be challenging. Facebook’s Chuck Rossi works with the company’s Policy and Operations teams, and will provide guidance for members looking to optimize their Facebook presence. A 30-year veteran of Silicon Valley as a software engineer and manager for IBM, Google and other corporations, Chuck is also a USPSA and 3-Gun shooter, and an NRA Certified Instructor, an NROI certified Range Officer, and he leads corporate team building shooting events. Through the United States Digital Service, he’s worked as a consultant at the FBI’s CJIS division, working on the Uniform Crime Report and NICS 2.0.
My good buddy Mike stops by to tell us how Agency has got where it is today
Graig tells us how Neomag got started and some of his plans for the future
My good buddy Matt stops by and tells us about his business
We sit down and talk marketing and AKs
David tells us how he accidentally created one of the largest rifle manufacturing operations in the country
My long time friend Reco hangs out in studio to tell us about Blacklist industries
John Stopped in to tell us about his really cool piece of software he has built his business around.
Karan Stopped in to tell us about starting KAB and manufacturing in house
Happy Thanksgiving from my family to yours
Kyle stops in to talk about keeping things quiet
Sunday Thoughts.....Luck and Balance
Kurt Stops by and tells us how Blue Alpha Gear got started
Garrett stops in and tells us a little about his business
Weapon Works Podcast Episode #11- The green wave
Weapon Works Podcast Episode #10 Beach Q&A
I discuss the top 10 things I follow in in running WWLLC
Paul hops on and tells us how he made the transition from shooting competitively to teaching others how to shoot
Russ from Nevada Cerakote and Laser stops by and tells us how he was fed up with a corporate job and decided to pursue his passion
Dustin Coleman from Cole-Tac stops by to tell us a little about his business and How he turned a mistake while shooting into a profitable venture
Jon Patton, owner of the Patton Consulting and The Gun Collective joins us to tell us how his business started and what it is like to host TGC news.
We are joined by Mike from Blown Deadline Custom to talk some about business, guns, and Mike's Mustang addiction.
Kevin and Tom invited their friend Jose, who is a police officer for a local municipality and owns BSH Gunworks, on for this edition of the Business Spotlight. Jose talks about what "BSH" means in his company title as well as how he got started. He says it all started when we began doing stuff for himself "for fun". He admits he messed up a bunch, but when we finally perfected the process of Cerakote and holster molding, he started up his business. Through a lot of word of mouth, he's successfully grown his business. He states that because of the lack of people doing this in the Rochester, NY area, he has a niche. Jose describes one of his favorite designs on a rifle as well as going to actual "Cerakote" school inn Oregon to become a "Certified Cerakoter". You can find any of his work on his social media (Facebook, Instagram) @bshgunworks or his website www.bsh-gunworks.com Got a gun that you want a specific design in mind? Definitely check his work out!
Dean from Select Shooting Supplies joins us to talk about their Cerakote business and everything you need to know about making your gun look pretty. Zahal (Benny’s Link) – http://www.zahal.org/?a=404064 Select Shooting Supplies – https://selectshootingsupplies.com/ High Power Videos – https://youtu.be/fF7_cBJRS8Y and https://youtu.be/2D7-wYlqgA0 Select Shooting Supplies … Continue reading → The post Episode 150 Cerakote with Dean from Select Shooting Supplies appeared first on New Shooter Canada.
Welcome to Episode #177 of the AR15 Podcast. Robert Hunter from RTT Firearms joins us to discuss the Wonderful World of Cerakote Aero Give Away… Firearmsradio.tv
Welcome to Episode #177 of the AR15 Podcast. Robert Hunter from RTT Firearms joins us to discuss the Wonderful World of Cerakote Aero Give Away… Firearmsradio.tv
"Major League Fishing and Hydrographic Dipping" This week on Outdoor Guys Radio, Ken talks with Harold Bradley from Dynamic Finishes about their hydrographic dipping and Cerakote application processes for applying protective and camouflage coatings to guns, ATVs and other outdoor equipment. Major League Fishing began taping the sixth season at the Lake of the Ozarks last week. Don Rucks, Commissioner for MLF, joins Ken in the second half of the show to talk Major League Fishing!
As I checked my show metrics I realized we had over 125 downloads total, and are projecting over 1,000 in a month and I wanted to say thanks! I then went on to talk about the cerakote that I had done to my Smith & Wesson M&P 9 and where you can send yours to. Finally, as always, I still want a new pistol.