M4 paintjobs?

[cone256]

So I'm looking to give my M4, an actual one not airsoft, a paintjob. I'm not liking the complete black look. I have absolutely no knowledge on how to do this, so any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I thought about spraypaint, but not so sure that's a good idea though.

Thanks for your help.

[California Joe]

They range from homemade Krylon or Rustoleum to expensive custom paintjobs. They have an entire section on AR15.com full o' paintjobs. Kilo does a real nice job on his...

[Laconian]

I used Krylon, but if I was to do it again (and I might) I'd use duracoat.

[kraut783]

google painting your rifle....found a few there..

http://www.snipercountry.com/Articles/CamouflageRifle.asp

Here's one. Really up to your imagination....

[Sneeker]

Hey Joe, do you mind helping me out with a link?:oops:

[Bro Jangles]

We need Kilo in here, he is Da Vinci with Painting his AR.

[Fireball Sanchez]

Krylon is the popular choice, it's cheap, spray it on and when it wears, reapply as needed. I tried it on a pellet gun, but haven't got up the balls to spray my AR yet. Try what ever your going to do on something first, say cardboard, get it right & then hit up your rifle.

I think these are some of the best looking spray jobs I've ever seen. Tan base coat, cover with foliage/ plant's, mist with brown in areas. Remember mist the details, multiple light coats instead of direct heavy coats that will be runny and gloppy.

http://img4.imageshack.us/img4/2726/1000436small.jpg

[California Joe]

http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=3&f=4&t=409405 It's arond there somewhere...


Chen is a Moderator over here they have lots of painted M4s...
http://www.m4carbine.net/

[Bro Jangles]

I sprayed my Shotty, and i hate the feel were it touches skin. i may have ****ed up, but even close to a year after still feels "sticky"

[cone256]

Awesome thanks for the links...I didn't know half these forums existed haha

[Sneeker]

Beautiful Thanks Joe!

[gaijinsamurai]

Paging Kilo......

[RECON DOC]

Hydro Dip

http://www.aquatransferprinting.com/patterns.html

http://i702.photobucket.com/albums/ww21/azzo9o/tsriflestock.jpg


http://i702.photobucket.com/albums/ww21/azzo9o/ss59.jpg

[Hispeed1]

We need Kilo in here, he is Da Vinci with Painting his AR.

+100 on that. Check out his creations in the RS thread. Krylon fusion camo line is great along with Rustoleums line. A tan base coat is great as noted below then apply darker brown or green depending on where you'll be using your boomstick or to get the "look" you want. If you want to spend more there's the Duracoat. Also check AR15.com or M4carbine.net for some great paint ideas (I love worn, beaten painted rifles-they have so much character.)

[USMCRTop]

Wow ! some amazing stuff !

[SMGLee]

I usually don't go for the camo paint job, since I paint and re-paint my rifle at least once a year due to heavy useage and the paint usually wear off..YES! even with Duracoat.

I like Duracoat because it is easy to apply and it is ver durable and it apply with a thin film. I have an AK74 coated with duracoat. this AK74 seen a lot of 5.45 ammo through it and I often shoot and leave it in my safe. up until now, none of the corrosive 5.45 have put a dent in my finish. but make sure you cover all metal surface witht he duracoat if you plan to do what I do with my AK....

Here is my LMT MRP painted with duracoat in Vltor flat dark earth......

http://photos.imageevent.com/smglee/clt2/huge/P1010074.JPG

[Kilo1-1]

Chen's right...paint will come off sooner or later from use. I never used Duracoat because I was lazy, and wanted the process to be reversible if I screwed up. Krylon's easy to use, and it's pretty much reversible if you screw up.

Used to be something like this:
http://img42.imageshack.us/img42/2584/side1k.jpg

http://img42.imageshack.us/img42/9709/sideangle2.jpg

But then after a few months of use and cleaning solvents, I took it off and went back to black.
From my experience, a fancy paint job looks nice, but it doesn't make that much of a difference on how the gun's being used. Any color lighter than black helps with concealment, and the gun's not as hot under the sun after a few hours. My current paint job is really plain and straight to the point (10 minute paint job) since I know the paint will start coming off sooner or later with hard use.
http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/4172/sideangle.jpg

There is no real "right" or "wrong way" when it comes to paint jobs. It's mostly a trial and error experience. If you're not feeling comfortable painting it from the get go, it doesn't hurt to practice on something else you have laying around.

[cone256]

[QUOTE=Kilo 1-1;4400054]http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/4172/sideangle.jpg

QUOTE]

This is more or less the paintjob I'm going for. Yeah I am a little hesitant to paint something this expensive.

[jagermeister]

Chen's right...paint will come off sooner or later from use. I never used Duracoat because I was lazy, and wanted the process to be reversible if I screwed up. Krylon's easy to use, and it's pretty much reversible if you screw up.

Used to be something like this:
http://img42.imageshack.us/img42/2584/side1k.jpg

http://img42.imageshack.us/img42/9709/sideangle2.jpg

But then after a few months of use and cleaning solvents, I took it off and went back to black.
From my experience, a fancy paint job looks nice, but it doesn't make that much of a difference on how the gun's being used. Any color lighter than black helps with concealment, and the gun's not as hot under the sun after a few hours. My current paint job is really plain and straight to the point (10 minute paint job) since I know the paint will start coming off sooner or later with hard use.
http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/4172/sideangle.jpg

There is no real "right" or "wrong way" when it comes to paint jobs. It's mostly a trial and error experience. If you're not feeling comfortable painting it from the get go, it doesn't hurt to practice on something else you have laying around.




need to upgrade that bushnell bud unless you own stocks in batteries.

[Bacon]

I used Brown and the Tan camo krylon on the furniture. The krylon wears pretty quick, but it adds some character. Just free hand it and giver. I seen some guys used the laundry bag pattern. I just made a couple of big lines.

[Kilo1-1]

need to upgrade that bushnell bud unless you own stocks in batteries.

Yep, battery life is crap. I have lots of N-type batteries at hand for now though. If/when I'm to upgrade optics, I'm going with an Aimpoint for that reason. So far, it's holding up pretty well. The gun's been dropped plenty of times (not directly on the optic, or it would probably shatter already) and been completely soaked/rained on a few times in massive rain storms. I'm waiting on it to 'crap' out so I can justify buying a new optic.



This is more or less the paintjob I'm going for. Yeah I am a little hesitant to paint something this expensive.

It's all personal preference. The carbine's a tool. Tools get worn with use over time. That said, like I said earlier, Krylon paint jobs are reversible.

[Bro Jangles]

Kilo, you need to make a how to video and upload it to youtube. i must learn from the master.

[Kilo1-1]

Kilo, you need to make a how to video and upload it to youtube. i must learn from the master.

Damn bro, I'm not that good. It's really not that hard, mostly procedural and preparation stuff.
For starters, always spray in thin layers. I usually start with the lightest color first, then gradually add on the darker colors.

[Bro Jangles]

Damn bro, I'm not that good. It's really not that hard, mostly procedural and preparation stuff.
For starters, always spray in thin layers. I usually start with the lightest color first, then gradually add on the darker colors.
then im that retarded, cuz i **** shiit up.

[Ngati Tumatauenga]

I thought about spraypaint, but not so sure that's a good idea though.

Worked ok for me.

http://www.militaryphotos.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=35101&stc=1&thumb=1&d=1192306310

[TacoDelRio]

Easy as hell.

I give one full coat of tan as the base (I live in Southern California). Hold plastic fern thing (craft store) an inch or two from the item, spray green/other colors over. BAM.

I've painted dozens of guns this way. Super easy, works friggin' great, and you always get compliments.

I've used the cheapest spraypaint all the way up to Bowflage. They all seem about the same. They all wear off in about the same time.

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/TacoDelRio/Gear/LOSM4.jpg
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/TacoDelRio/Gear/DSC01530.jpg

BravoJuliet... what paint did you use? Bowflage sometimes comes out "sticky". Otherwise, you might've painted too close.

[Bro Jangles]

BravoJuliet... what paint did you use? Bowflage sometimes comes out "sticky". Otherwise, you might've painted too close.
the Krylon Camo line, i really think i was to close. ill try again tomorrow. test it on an airsoft gun, then touch up my shotgun.

[TacoDelRio]

I've not had any issues using their camo lineup. Hold the can farther away, yo.

[gaijinsamurai]

Nice job, Taco!

My paint job looks somewhat half-assed, but I don't really care so much, as I know it will start chipping the first or second sue of the rifle. Then I just give it another quick blast with the spray paint. I use a combo of olive drab and dark green, to blend with western Oregon's deep forests.

[gaijinsamurai]

Mine. Nothing to be proud of, but works for me:

[California Joe]

Whatever you use for paint, take the time to do a thorough prep job. It doesn't matter what you're painting, the prep time makes or breaks the paint job. Degrease the hell out of it, tape off what you don't want to spray, wear surgical gloves, avoid fingerprints etc. Light misting coats of paint, lots of drying time in between, patience....

[TacoDelRio]

Nice job, Taco!

My paint job looks somewhat half-assed, but I don't really care so much, as I know it will start chipping the first or second sue of the rifle. Then I just give it another quick blast with the spray paint. I use a combo of olive drab and dark green, to blend with western Oregon's deep forests.

You guys have a sh*tload of trees up there.

Also, wear a mask. I think the painting I've done has contributed to my mental retardation.

[Bacon]

As what Taco said, I also used a base coat of tan and then applied brown stripes. Another tip on spraypainting. When you start spraying, do not start it on the item, start it away then on the item and continue off it. If that makes any sense.

[gaijinsamurai]

Also, wear a mask. I think the painting I've done has contributed to my mental retardation.

We all thought it was the thin mountain air, but didn't want to say anything, out of fear of hurting your feelings.

[Bro Jangles]

ok, woke up early and started painting, tell me how i can improve,

one i like a little,
http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm112/bravo-juliet/DSC02976.jpg
http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm112/bravo-juliet/DSC02977.jpg

hated how this one turned out
http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm112/bravo-juliet/DSC02978.jpg
http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm112/bravo-juliet/DSC02981.jpg

eh... its ok

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm112/bravo-juliet/DSC02980.jpg





PS all fake, im not touching my real guns again till i get it down.

[Geezah]

I used Brownells OD Guncote on my Shotty, applied and naked in the oven while the missarse was out(stinks like crap).
Then I refinished my can, I used wire wool to get the old paint off(as it didn't take a beating too well) soaked in acetone, then applied Brownells black and it looks sweet. The finish is thick, tough, and I love it.

The next project is to finish a new stock for my Savage Mark II FV (http://www.sharpshootersupply.com/images/Stocks/MTR/MTR_Stock5.jpg), going to bed the action, stipple the pistol grip and foregrip and then possibly give it a camo paint job.

[Loke]

ok, woke up early and started painting, tell me how i can improve,


Try suspending the gun from the ceiling of your garage or other well ventilated place, so you can work your way more evenly around the firearm.

[California Joe]

Try suspending the gun from the ceiling of your garage or other well ventilated place, so you can work your way more evenly around the firearm.

Very good point. I've found that a wire coathanger will suffice as a means of suspension....

[Kilo1-1]

ok, woke up early and started painting, tell me how i can improve,

one i like a little,


hated how this one turned out

eh... its ok

PS all fake, im not touching my real guns again till i get it down.

Good start with the MP5. Color choice is important. Using Krylon OD and their dark brown only is one of the worse combos to use, as they're both too dark.

If you want more ****ounced stenciling, spray a little closer when spraying over the stencil (or leaves). But remember, when applying that single base coat/color, don't spray too close, always hold it further away and layer it on.

[Hispeed1]

My early experiments just like BJ, used Tamiya hobby paints. As the members have said-lightly layer the paint on, don't cake it at once, take time between light coats and have fun with it. Hope all this helps.
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g246/Hispeed217/Collection/SEALM4M4CQBRB2.jpg
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g246/Hispeed217/Collection/DEM4_3.jpg

[Bro Jangles]

aight repainted my mossberg. better than it was,

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm112/bravo-juliet/DSC02986.jpg
http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm112/bravo-juliet/DSC02983.jpg

[TacoDelRio]

Better on the second one. You want good contrast with a pattern like that. The pattern itself should break up the outline... if you get what I'm saying. Otherwise, it appears as if it's still one solid color.

[Kilo1-1]

Better on the second one. You want good contrast with a pattern like that. The pattern itself should break up the outline... if you get what I'm saying. Otherwise, it appears as if it's still one solid color.

2x.

BJ, the paint job on that mossberg turned out nicely. If you want more contrast, you could add a little darker color. Once the paint job starts wearing, it almost kind of adds another form of pattern/camo on there, since the black starts showing up at the worn areas. So in that regard, another 'color' is introduced.

[LineDoggie]

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm112/bravo-juliet/DSC02978.jpg
http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm112/bravo-juliet/DSC02981.jpg





4 things....

1 Proper prep, clean as a whistle(degreased)
2 Always go Light to dark with Mist coats
3 Look at using clear Dullcoat as a finish


4 Get the ingrown toenail looked at, its like seeing a Ham hock....

[Bro Jangles]

4 Get the ingrown toenail looked at, its like seeing a Ham hock....
hahaha not ingrown, stubed the ****er, and part came off.

[Hispeed1]

2x.
BJ, the paint job on that mossberg turned out nicely. If you want more contrast, you could add a little darker color. Once the paint job starts wearing, it almost kind of adds another form of pattern/camo on there, since the black starts showing up at the worn areas. So in that regard, another 'color' is introduced.

@ BJ: just to add on what K1-1 said, you can lightly dust your shotgun with brown to darken it a bit or tone down the overall color. Or even add on some brown in some areas for a little more contrast.

[Sneeker]

Worked ok for me.

http://www.militaryphotos.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=35101&stc=1&thumb=1&d=1192306310


Why Cant i make this picture bigger?

[SocScout]

a lot of good paint jobs going on here. makes we want to repaint my m4 and 110. i went the simple and quick route. coat of tan and cut claw marks into carboard to make my patterns in olive drab.

[He219]

Why Cant i make this picture bigger?
because it was missing a hyperlink to full size ..
http://www.militaryphotos.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=35101&stc=1&d=1192306310
Better?
p-)

[dudski]

^sexy^....

[gaijinsamurai]

x2. Nice.....

[Sneeker]

*****!!!!!!

p.s.

Thanks He219

[Nephilim]

Lovely piece ngati!

[Dikson V.V.V]

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[Cougar79]

Can´t say much about painting M4´s but applying Duracoat is pretty easy. Did the
following paintjob to my carry gun. The most tricky part about duracoating is the preparation. You got to degrease it properly and roughen up the parts that you want to coat. Takes some time but you get better results. I am happy with the results and the duracoat did not wear that much at all. Would do it again anytime ;)

http://i48.tinypic.com/264gges.jpg (http://i48.tinypic.com/264gges.jpg)
(http://i48.tinypic.com/264gges.jpg)

[whiskey]

carrying? in germany?

waffenschein oder wie?

[Cougar79]

carrying? in germany?

waffenschein oder wie?

any other ways to carry in germany? ;)

[whiskey]

any other ways to carry in germany? ;)

yeah, illegal or you are a cop :D

[whiskey]

Other's can read that, you know.
carrying is prohibited in GER, you need a special "gun carrying license", which are pretty damn rare, and hard to get

[gaijinsamurai]

I sprayed my scrotum, and i hate the feel were it touches skin. i may have ****ed up, but even close to a year after still feels "sticky"

Too much information......

[Bro Jangles]

Too much information......Well, girlfriend said she always wanted a black one.

[gaijinsamurai]

No, she always wanted you to have blue ones.



.......at least that's what i heard.....

[Mein Teil]

Well, girlfriend said she always wanted a black one.
...blue, for training purposes only p-)

[Bro Jangles]

...blue, for training purposes only p-)
Ouch, burn.

[Bro Jangles]

No, she always wanted you to have blue ones.



.......at least that's what i heard.....
what did i tell you about talking to my hypothetical girlfriend?

[Ngati Tumatauenga]

Cut the **** and get back on topic.

[Mein Teil]

Cut the **** and get back on topic.
Right, gaijin...have you noticed how well my M4 hold up to heat after 3-400 rounds fired? The whole thing is finished in matte black Duracoat. Even when it's been hot like that it doesn't discolor and it usually just takes a dry rag to wipe it off.

[Bro Jangles]

The Krylon i used on my AK Burned into a nasty brown color last time i took it out.

[Mein Teil]

The Krylon i used on my AK Burned into a nasty brown color last time i took it out.The only reason I don't use it is because it doesn't hold up to mild cleaning solvents. I know some guys say they do because it's cheap and if you don't like it you can just clean it off and start over, but to me that's too much work. I like to do it once and call it good for a few years. The other good thing is that I don't worry at all about rust on the outside of my barrel, I never have to oil it. Even parkerized barrels rust.

[gaijinsamurai]

Right, gaijin...have you noticed how well my M4 hold up to heat after 3-400 rounds fired? The whole thing is finished in matte black Duracoat. Even when it's been hot like that it doesn't discolor and it usually just takes a dry rag to wipe it off.

I can definitely tell the difference. Especially compared to my m4, with the cheaper paint that tends to chip/burn off more and more each time I shoot it.

[mirzaairborne81]

Hi,

What coloures did you used on these guns? Is there any specific name for them?

Great job btw!

[gaijinsamurai]

Hi,

What coloures did you used on these guns? Is there any specific name for them?

Great job btw!


165643

Mine is An olive drab base, with forest green stripes to break up the pattern.

[mirzaairborne81]

Can someone tell me is this any specific camo design or freemind design?

http://www.bolha.com/puske/mk-11-mod-0-rezervirano-oglas1276810964 (http://www.bolha.com/puske/mk-11-mod-0-rezervirano-oglas1276810964)

[Blasphemy]

Can someone tell me is this any specific camo design or freemind design?

http://www.bolha.com/puske/mk-11-mod-0-rezervirano-oglas1276810964 (http://www.bolha.com/puske/mk-11-mod-0-rezervirano-oglas1276810964)

thats an airsoft gun and looks to be freehand design, doesn't look like any "mainstream" camouflage i've seen.