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    Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD)

    I've heard of this process being used on things like Beretta's "Sand Resistant" mags and the slides of SIG M17/M18 handguns. Apparently it yields a coating that is thin and yet very durable.

    Are there any AR-15/M16/M4 components that are PVD treated? I'm guessing that this is a relatively expensive process.

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    I have a BCM BCG that is PVD. BCM calls it Ion Bond, but its PVD.
    “You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it rests in you.” -Augustine

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    Quote Originally Posted by Slater View Post
    Are there any AR-15/M16/M4 components that are PVD treated?
    Lots of cheap "gold" bling parts are. PVD it a method; there are many types and qualities of coating that may be applied.

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    I have really had enough of colored parts on an ar. KaC curb feelers...

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    How did all those 1911s survive for 100 years without whiz bang special technology.
    It's hard to be a ACLU hating, philosophically Libertarian, socially liberal, fiscally conservative, scientifically grounded, agnostic, porn admiring gun owner who believes in self determination.

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    Quote Originally Posted by SteyrAUG View Post
    How did all those 1911s survive for 100 years without whiz bang special technology.
    I mean a real 1911 has a gold barrel, better be fluted and a wiz bang thread protector.

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    Quote Originally Posted by georgeib View Post
    I have a BCM BCG that is PVD. BCM calls it Ion Bond, but its PVD.
    A chick gave me that PVD crap one time. Cost me a pretty penny at the doctor to get it cleared up.


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    Quote Originally Posted by DG23 View Post
    A chick gave me that PVD crap one time. Cost me a pretty penny at the doctor to get it cleared up.

    “You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it rests in you.” -Augustine

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    Quote Originally Posted by DG23 View Post
    A chick gave me that PVD crap one time. Cost me a pretty penny at the doctor to get it cleared up.

    No, I gotta say that shit was funny.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Pappabear View Post
    No, I gotta say that shit was funny.

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