Painted my Evil Black Rifle

[GhstFace38]

Black is the worst color for a combat rifle, it blends with nothing and stands out horribly. This was my response:

Comments appreciated!

[DavidH1]

Where's the rifle?

[Guest G-Pa Glynn]

Nice job.

[eapking]

Interesting texture/pattern. How'd ya do it?

[Murgatroy]

The finish looks good. The pattern is nice.

I just don't like it. I can't put my finger on it, and that is not a negative comment on what you have done. There is just something about it that lacks definition now. I understand that is what you were going for, and great job at it. I just don't care for it.

[Jasongar8]

Nice job.

[TNRobocop]

I like the pattern, just the color is horrible.

Reminds me of ACU. That scheme doesn't blend with anything.

But nice job on the finish though.

[Guest malbolja]

I think it looks great! Good job.

What did you use? Rattlecan or something more sophisticated?

[Westwindmike]

It needs bold patterns. The small patterns you have will disappear from about 5 ft on and you just see gray.

[Guest JHatmaker]

Wow, great job. Looks very professional.

Edited August 17, 2010 by JHatmaker

[Guest kdud03]

good job man

[GhstFace38]

Thanks everyone. I used Krylon camouflage spray paint. You might be thinking the same thing I did when I first heard about people spray painting their expensive rifles.... that it was nuts. When I really sat down and thought about it I came to the conclusion that I had been treating my rifle like a safe queen; it never left the safe unless it was going right into a case, then into my trunk, then to the firing line. This thing is a weapon, a tool, a battle rifle.... so I'm done babying it. I love the look and the color now, but I am going to experiment with some different, slightly bolder, camouflage, patterns.

I first degreased the exterior of the weapon with alcohol. Then after letting it dry I applied a few light coats of tan. After those dried I took a pair of pantyhose, stretched them out and sprayed olive drab/ foliage green through it to make the patterns you see.

I hope you guys like it, but if you don't that's ok too. A tool is a tool, right?

[eapking]

Drop in Sunday for the Memphis Meet (1pm at Range USA) and show it off.

Not sure if you can fire it then. Usually on Friday or Saturday nights I think. Gotta have frangible ammo.

[sigrug17]

"Tactical Cement" ... j/k... Looks Great...

[Smith]

What are you talking about? Black blends disappears in the shadows just like my Ninja suit! Nice look. Seems like everyone si getting creative with their camo these days. I'm diggin it!

[GhstFace38]

Thanks everyone. What is this meet at Range USA that was mentioned? Is it a normal thing? Any threads covering it?

[Chucktshoes]

Thanks everyone. What is this meet at Range USA that was mentioned? Is it a normal thing? Any threads covering it?

Yep, it is a regular thing. The "Memphis Militia" as Jack refers to it gets together monthly @ RangeUSA. Here is the link for this month's call to arms http://www.tngunowners.com/forums/events-gatherings/44544-memphis-call-arms-august.html

[Guest 6.8 AR]

That's a cool looking rifle. Very creative.

[kwe45919]

Kinda neat...needs a few more bold colors shinning through.....

[Magiccarpetrides]

Next time my car is covered in birdsh*t I will have to remember to pull out a rifle that color to blend in....

j/k Looks pretty pro....im not into paintin up guns but that does look good.

[50 cal]

I like it. Much better than basic black.