I need some quick schooling on gun coating options

[TripleDigitRide]

I'm thinking about getting my girlfriend a 9mm Shield for Christmas, and being the girly-girl she is, I think she'd prefer something in pink. Since I'm not aware of any readily available pink 9mm Shields (if there are, please let me know), I'm probably going to have something done that's similar to what's pictured below.

Which coating is the most durable?  
What kind of abuse can I realistically expect the coating to take before needing to have it done again?
Anyone around Nashville doing QUALITY coating work?

Edited November 18, 2015 by TripleDigitRide

[CommsNBombs]

I think Cerakote gets the nod her as it is a lot more durable when done right versus Gunkote or Duracoat - but I think they are all the same chit different name

However...especially for the frame, I just usually Krylon my weapons - to include my stuff at work. Itll chip but it will get the job done. Just my $.02

I dont know anyone in Nashville but DONT come to Clarksville because those bums at Double Tap Tactical and TN Gun Country WILL jack your stuff up

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[TripleDigitRide]

If it wasn't going to be a gift, I may consider using Krylon.

[TNMTBik3r]

Cerakote, amendment 2 custom coatings here on TGO does great work.

[Dolomite_supafly]

Cerakote, amendment 2 custom coatings here on TGO does great work.

And they support the site.

[KKing]

Cerakote, amendment 2 custom coatings here on TGO does great work.

Second this.


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[TripleDigitRide]

Thanks, fellas. I sent A2C a message on Facebook.

[rugerla1]

Thanks, fellas. I sent A2C a message on Facebook.

You won't regret it. He is a great guy and does outstanding worm!

[TripleDigitRide]

Got it worked out with him. Now I just have to buy one and get it to him.

[hipower]

A little late to the party, but...I have a pistol acquired in a trade that has the slide done by A2C. I think it is fabulous. I keep saying I'm taking another to them, but haven't as yet.

[mikegideon]

2nd Amendment did this one for my girlfriend last year. I highly recommend him...

 

[TripleDigitRide]

2nd Amendment did this one for my girlfriend last year. I highly recommend him...

Is that Cerakote? Does it seem to be holding up well?

[10-Ring]

If it wasn't going to be a gift, I may consider using Krylon.

Smart man!

[mikegideon]

Is that Cerakote? Does it seem to be holding up well?

 

Yes. The gun isn't getting much use. I think Cerakote is supposed to be the most durable coating