Overview: Advantages of Cerakote over Bluing
Cerakote offers clear advantages over bluing in terms of protection, material variety, and design. While bluing is primarily limited to steel and provides a more classic surface protection, Cerakote boasts higher resistance to abrasion, chemicals, and corrosion. Furthermore, it opens up significantly more color and application options for modern components.
CERAKOTE
UV Stability
colorfast and suitable for outdoor use
Temperature stability
suitable for high thermal loads (up to 1000°C)
Chemical resistance
reliably protects against many chemicals
Corrosion Resistance
provides strong and long-lasting corrosion protection
Suitable for multi-surfaces
applicable to many materials and components
Color Selection
wide range of colors and surface effects
Color Consistency
consistent appearance with high reproducibility
Durability
Cerakote offers excellent scratch and wear resistance, ensuring the surface retains its finish even with intensive use.
Browning
UV stability
classic look, but without special UV performance
Temperature stability
solid heat protection, but limited in direct comparison
Chemical Resistance
reacts more sensitively to chemicals
Corrosion Resistance
only limited protection, often requiring additional care
Limited Applicability
suitable primarily for steel
Color Selection
mostly dark, uniform metallic look
Color Consistency
natural color effect, but limited variation
Low durability
The surface is susceptible to scratches, wear, and fading over time, especially with regular use.
Cerakote vs. Bluing: Time-Lapse Corrosion Test
We tested Cerakote vs. traditional bluing by exposing two bolt-action rifles to the Pacific Northwest weather for 15 months and photographically documenting the changes daily with a time-lapse camera. The rifles were identical except that one was coated with Cerakote while the other had the original manufacturer’s traditional bluing.
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