I'm debating which cerakote to use on a grip frame. I'm just doing the grip frame for an old model Ruger Blackhawk and want to replicate the brass finish to liven up the boring gun a little. I've acquired a 2nd aluminum frame for the purpose so I can preserve the original.
Question is, Cerakote has two golds, the H two-part 122, and the C single-stage7800. To my eye, the C-7800 looks like a better match to replicate brass. On the other hand, the H-122 is supposed to be harder, more scratch resistant, but it's also described as "shimmering" and "metallic" which is less a match for brass.
From someone with experience with both types of Cerakote, would the "C" be sufficient for a grip frame, or should I risk the slightly more bling look of the "H" for the added wear?
H-122 Cerakote:
https://www.cerakote.com/shop/cerakote-coating/H-122/gold
C-7800:
https://www.cerakote.com/shop/cerakote-coating/C-7800/cerakote-glacier-gold
Original vintage Super Blackhawk brass frame fit to a (non-Super) Blackhawk.
Question is, Cerakote has two golds, the H two-part 122, and the C single-stage7800. To my eye, the C-7800 looks like a better match to replicate brass. On the other hand, the H-122 is supposed to be harder, more scratch resistant, but it's also described as "shimmering" and "metallic" which is less a match for brass.
From someone with experience with both types of Cerakote, would the "C" be sufficient for a grip frame, or should I risk the slightly more bling look of the "H" for the added wear?
H-122 Cerakote:
https://www.cerakote.com/shop/cerakote-coating/H-122/gold
C-7800:
https://www.cerakote.com/shop/cerakote-coating/C-7800/cerakote-glacier-gold
Original vintage Super Blackhawk brass frame fit to a (non-Super) Blackhawk.