Hydro-Dipped Carbon Fiber MAG

[Gadget]

Looks good. I've found hydro dipping holds up pretty well under use, although it's not as robust as anodising. Had my GoG eNMEy dipped back in April and no dings or scratches so far and it's definitely not a wall hanger (although I do baby my equipment). I like the fact that you can select not only the pattern but the finish of the clear coat as well, to get either a flat or gloss finish.



Only thing to be aware of is that it can add a significant amount of material to parts (as there is usually a base coat, the pattern and a top coat) which throws tolerances completely out the window - so only apply to the external faces of parts like regs, barrels etc - not the internals.. Any good dipper should easily be able to seal off the internals prior to dipping.

[Zone Drifter]

This method seems like a winner for plastic pieces especially. I always prefer ano, but ano is costly and needs a more intensive stripping process. I would say for anything with plastic/polymer/cast aluminum that dipping and clear is the way to go. I've painted some things that were aluminum cast, like ion frames or tippmann bodies, which held up well. However, I think dipping and clear gives you limitless options for colors/designs.

[vintage]

all your camoflauged shotguns are dipped and have been for years now. as with anything care and usage determines a great deal to the longevity of a finish.

[Flatliner333]

^^^Yes this and compound bows as well.