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Packman73
08-07-10, 15:37
I'm googled out. I'd like to color match my AR but there is a lot of contradictory info out there so does anyone have any first hand experience/success?
Right now I'm leaning toward Rustoleum "dark taupe".
Thanks for any info.:cool:
CCK
08-07-10, 16:36
Brownells Alumahyde 2 Coyote matches perfectly.

http://img9.imageshack.us/img9/6735/photoqm.jpg

iphone pic
Packman73
08-07-10, 16:41
Looks awesome. Much thanks!:cool:
mtr5360
08-07-10, 19:34
Agreed...Brownells Alumahyde II Coyote
http://i870.photobucket.com/albums/ab270/mtr5360/LMT%20MRP/LMTMRP7.jpg
GunFighter98
08-07-10, 19:54
How well does the finish hold up from scratches and flaking off?
marco.g
08-07-10, 21:17
i just ordered some, gonna hit my black stock and grip with it. Got tired of the all black look. Maybe ill do the handguards to. Ill post pics sometime next week hopefully.
sonrider657
08-09-10, 07:37
It is not hard to find accessories that closely match Mapul's FDE.

http://www.christiancarnivore.com/magpul 2.jpg
BaronFitz
08-09-10, 20:17
Duracoat has a finish specifically called Magpul Flat Dark Earth. I had my Glock 34 slide refinished in it.
Packman73
08-09-10, 20:44
Duracoat has a finish specifically called Magpul Flat Dark Earth. I had my Glock 34 slide refinished in it.

Yeah, I saw that but the reviews were less than convincing. I went with the Brownells Alumahyde 2 Coyote . I'll post pics when I get it done.
Ride5C2
08-10-10, 08:19
Yeah, I saw that but the reviews were less than convincing. I went with the Brownells Alumahyde 2 Coyote . I'll post pics when I get it done.

Stuff is awesome. Watch their video on how the Brownells guy does it and then the hard part, don't re-assemble for 10-14 days, it makes a real difference.
CCK
08-10-10, 08:25
When I did mine I painted it all disassembled. And then put it together.

I followed the videos to a T.

I also used Matte Clear over the top.

I have had no issues with wear that weren't user error. My friend has a Ultrasonic tank and I put my upper in there and that was the only time any paint has come off. I took it out quickly though so it was just a few small spots.

Chris
Packman73
08-10-10, 09:09
Thanks guys, I'll check out the vid for sure.:cool: