Bluing vs Cerakote - 09/23/14
Hi all,
I have a Ruger M77 in .30-06 that was my father's rifle before he passed. It shoots quite well, however I want to give it some attention given it's sentimental value. I have redone the stock but the bluing is worn in areas. One particularly wet hunt resulted in spots of rust appearing which obviously need to be addressed.
I seem to have limited locations that do bluing local to my area. There are a couple, but there are also individuals that do cerakote and these really talk it up in comparison to bluing. Having never owned a rifle with cerakote (or any other coating) I am unfamiliar with the durability and appearance in comparison to bluing. Is it possible to get a more durable finish that won't compromise the appearance of the rifle with Cerakote?
Local shops are wanting $350 to cerakote. I haven't been able to get a price from a bluing shop.
SS
I have a Ruger M77 in .30-06 that was my father's rifle before he passed. It shoots quite well, however I want to give it some attention given it's sentimental value. I have redone the stock but the bluing is worn in areas. One particularly wet hunt resulted in spots of rust appearing which obviously need to be addressed.
I seem to have limited locations that do bluing local to my area. There are a couple, but there are also individuals that do cerakote and these really talk it up in comparison to bluing. Having never owned a rifle with cerakote (or any other coating) I am unfamiliar with the durability and appearance in comparison to bluing. Is it possible to get a more durable finish that won't compromise the appearance of the rifle with Cerakote?
Local shops are wanting $350 to cerakote. I haven't been able to get a price from a bluing shop.
SS