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If you had a choice between BCM SS Ion Bond or plain SS is there any reason to not get the Ion Bond?
I thought I had seen this thread but can't find it now.
Also is the IB on the inside of the barrel as well? Seems like that wouldn't be but I'm really not clear.
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It is not on the inside of the barrel. It is purely a cosmetic finish. One that is very durable, but adds no performance advantage.
Last edited by thei3ug; 08-23-12 at 18:40.
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Thanks... is there any disadvantage to plain SS regarding humidity, water, general rust protection. I guess I'm thinking of areas under a hand guard or rail that are not attended to as easily or often.
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It's not cosmetic. It's classified as a high performance thin film coating.
"One cannot awaken a man who pretends to be asleep..."
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Stainless alloys can and do corrode.
"One cannot awaken a man who pretends to be asleep..."
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I have Ionbond on a Noveske SS barrel. It was worth it to me!
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I have a number of BCM SS410 barrels with the Ionbond finish. It is outstanding - durable, and prevents corrosion. Well worth it if you're going to get wet and dirty with your rifle.
ETA: It's an exterior finish only.
Last edited by a0cake; 08-23-12 at 20:19.
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If it's going to see hard use (environmentally), or you're not skimping elsewhere on that rifle to afford the IonBond, then go for it [i.e. stock trigger or something - if everything else in there doesn't limit mechanical capability]
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I hate shiny guns.
Added duribility too.
To me it is worth it.
Of course you could get the plain finish and send it out to get melonite.
Last edited by polymorpheous; 08-24-12 at 03:40.
Originally Posted by scottryan
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Its not about whether or not they corrode or if ionbond is a "performance coating"... it's that the performance coating is protecting a non performance part of the barrel - the exterior. Something easily touched up with steel wool and a light coat of oil if need be.
If you're on the coast, it will make cleaning easier. If you want a black barrel, get one. there's no reason to not get them aside from availability, cost, or appearance. As mentioned, it's very durable, but it won't affect the firing of the rifle.
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