The guy that does my firearm "re-bluing" was telling me the other day (I have also heard this from other sources) that re-bluing is sort of a controlled "RUSTING" / oxidation process. This is HOT dip re-bluing that he is doing not cold.
What I am wondering is, if there are better method(s) / media(s) for refinishing firearms to protect them from oxidation, weather, wear, etc., etc.
I have heard of Duracoat, Robar NP3 and some other similar processes for refinishing firearms.
Can I get some input as to what is considered to be the very best process to use to refinish firearms and their advantages & disadvantages as compared to traditional "re-bluing".
I know that this is probably a really big area to cover and that opinions may vary widely but just your brief take on the subject.
Thanks.
What I am wondering is, if there are better method(s) / media(s) for refinishing firearms to protect them from oxidation, weather, wear, etc., etc.
I have heard of Duracoat, Robar NP3 and some other similar processes for refinishing firearms.
Can I get some input as to what is considered to be the very best process to use to refinish firearms and their advantages & disadvantages as compared to traditional "re-bluing".
I know that this is probably a really big area to cover and that opinions may vary widely but just your brief take on the subject.
Thanks.