Cerakote vs Birdsong coating

[poppahunts]

I am trying trying to decide on which coating to have put on my Rem 700 5R. Looking for feedback on which coating seems to be better, as for as uniformity and durability. Thanks

 

[Cerakote]

If you would like to have more information about Cerakote please feel free to contact Matt or Brandon at NIC Ind. (866) 744-7628

 

[poppahunts]

Thanks... But I was looking for some feeback from some folks that might have had one or the other, possibly both applied to weapons they owned, in efforts to make some comparisons. Thanks again.

 

[poppahunts]

Come on fellas, I know that somebody out there has some good input... Let's hear it

 

[Guate_shooter]

You can check with Rockmup and/or DMH, they both apply coats locally, they might be able to give you their input.

 

[rockmup]

I've never heard of Birdsong so Im not much help.

Thanks G.


EDIT: Went and looked for it. I'd go with Cerakoate. It's proven.

 

[goteron]

melonite

 

[SpeedRacer]

If you would like to have more information about Cerakote please feel free to contact Matt or Brandon at NIC Ind. (866) 744-7628

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[LACamper]

I read that topic as creosote. If that's the choice then go birdsong!

I really need to get my eyes checked...

 

[bryan54]

Cerakote

I am trying trying to decide on which coating to have put on my Rem 700 5R. Looking for feedback on which coating seems to be better, as for as uniformity and durability. Thanks

I had my MARLIN 444S lever action done with the stainless on metal and black finish on the stock, It came out very nice. I used it this hunting season with no issues. Very pleased with the finish.

 

[scooterj]

I've never heard of Birdsong so Im not much help.

Thanks G.


EDIT: Went and looked for it. I'd go with Cerakoate. It's proven.

I have seen the Birdsong finish rust in a couple weeks. But this guy's sweat could rust plastic. It also wears quickly.

 

[rockmup]

I have seen the Birdsong finish rust in a couple weeks. But this guy's sweat could rust plastic. It also wears quickly.

Thats not uncomon with so called thin finishes.

 

[TDH]

I have seen the Birdsong finish rust in a couple weeks. But this guy's sweat could rust plastic. It also wears quickly.

Are you sure it's Black T?

I own nearly ever commercial coating including both of the ones we are discussing. The statements in the post do not mimic my opinion or the general consensus of the informed populace.

You know what they say about opinions though

 

[Guate_shooter]

You know what they say about opinions though

The same they say about excusses ???????

 

[scooterj]

Are you sure it's Black T?

I own nearly ever commercial coating including both of the ones we are discussing. The statements in the post do not mimic my opinion or the general consensus of the informed populace.

You know what they say about opinions though

It was definitely Black-T. But this same guy made a hard chromed pistol rust. The only finish that has held up to his sweat is Plate-Tacular's "Cobalt Armor"

 

[herohog]

Ya know, this gives me an idea! I too have "caustic sweat" and it EATS watches! It literally eats off the plated exterior finish and eats away the underlaying brass. I wonder if I could get my watch coated with some black or silver finish that would make them last for me? Suggestions? Who to contact? I live in Shreveport, LA and a local dealer would be preferred.

 

[rockmup]

Sheesh, I must be living under a rock. I really had never heard of this coating. Though that doesnt mean a lot. There are tons of coatings

 

[goteron]

Why not melonite or NFC?

 

[Sin-ster]

If you would like to have more information about Cerakote please feel free to contact Matt or Brandon at NIC Ind. (866) 744-7628

You know... That number rickrolled me to an add about a Viagra alternative.

I'm 27 btw-- and strong like bull!

 

[poppahunts]

Well, that's the first I ever heard of Black T rusting. I have had a dozen guns done with this stuff, and still have four of them. The G19 slide is actually Green T, and is worn white on all the edges from being carried and shot for years, numbering countless presentations. But not the first hint of rust... ever. My trap gun has both barrel sets Black T'ed, and I have shot in a driving rain with them several times. They were "put up wet", and not wiped down for hours; days, in one case. No rust/corrosion. I know of several Sigs that are Black T'ed, carried daily in uniform holsters (i.e., exposed to the elements), and show no rust, etc. The FBI mandates this coating on all their HRT/SWAT weapons, because it is truly bulletproof.

This stuff is not just for weapons. They have DOD contracts for all kinds of stuff to be done, including one of the electric motors on the Seawolf submarine.

I'm not familiar with Cerakote, but if it is similar to Duracoat, then the decision would be a no-brainer for me.

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I take it the the finish from Birdsong is very durable from your experience?