I have a SG that I'd like to refinish in a camo pattern. I'm tempted to use Brownell's rattle-can paint but I'd like some opinions on alternatives. I'd consider sending it to a pro if the finish is durable, wears well, and doesn't look like an amateur did it. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
Applying camo finishes - DIY or send it to a Pro?
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I have a Rem M700 that was DIYed before I got it in a trade. It doesn't look bad, but I have another M700 (1964 vintage) with a wood stock that has killed its share of deer. That leads me to thinking the camo isn't needed for most hunting, but it might help you lose your gun!
I'm a DIY kinda guy... Did the below with Krylon Fusion rattle cans. I've found it to be a pretty tough paint, but you have to be patient. It takes a few weeks to cure to full hardness.
lol... True; don't set a camo'd gun down and walk away from it. Camo helps if your quarry tends to alert primarily visually, but you're right that for the most part you don't need it. Most animals are going to smell and hear you before they see you.
