FREQUENT QUESTIONS

Duracoat Frequently Asked Questions

DuraCoat is permanent. With normal use, a firearm finished with DuraCoat will last several lifetimes.

What is DuraCoat?

DuraCoat is a two part chemical coating. Unlike other firearm finishes, DuraCoat was created specifically for firearms.

Is DuraCoat Teflon based?

No. Teflon is a lubricating coating which is great for internals, but will not wear as well as DuraCoat on the exterior surface of a firearm. DuraCoat’s combination of elasticity and hardness creates a finish impervious to impact, scratching and the elements. Some users say DuraCoat displays some lubricating qualities, but this phenomenon was never intended when DuraCoat was created.

When is DuraCoat fully cured?

DuraCoat is dry to the touch in 20 minutes, can be handled in 1 hour.  DuraCoat will gain most of its final hardness, elasticity and chemical resistance over a 2-3 week period, time will continue to enhance DuraCoat’s characteristics over a lifetime. DuraCoat, like fine wine, gets better with age. As we say, “DuraCoat wears in, not out.”  Even though the manufacturer says it is ready for use overnight, Tactical Instincts highly recommends a full 3-4 weeks for curing.

I hunt along saltwater. Will DuraCoat withstand the salty environment?

Certainly, DuraCoat is well suited for salty environments. One of DuraCoat’s attributes is its extreme ability to resist salt corrosion. A firearm coated with DuraCoat simply will not rust…EVER!

Will DuraCoat burn off my barrel?

DuraCoat can withstand temperatures as high as 500-600 degrees F. With “normal” shooting, your barrel will never get close to being that hot.  If you like to “blaze” with your semi-auto, do not put DuraCoat on your barrel, as your barrel temperature will rise to over 1,000 degrees F. In those cases, use DuraHeat. Our DuraHeat coating can handle temperatures up to 1,800 degrees F.

Will DuraCoat adhere to hard coat anodizing and Parkerizing?

DuraCoat loves hard coating anodizing and Parkerizing as a base.  Both processes leave a good rooting surface for DuraCoat.

How easy is DuraCoat removed?

Not easy at all, the elastic nature of DuraCoat resists blasting.  With the proper blast media, you can safely remove DuraCoat without damaging the surface.