Brownells Aluma-Hyde 2 Epoxy Based Firearms Finish Aerosol Can Matte Black

I've used the previous iteration of Aluma-Hyde with good results, so picking this was a no brainer. I wiped down my shotgun barrel and the metal part on the hand guard with several passes of acetone. Once dry, I hung the barrel up in the back yard and started spraying. It covers VERY well, not needing my paint at all. I then hung it in a spare room for two weeks to let it fully cure. It looks spectacular and should protect against rust. A week or two later I sprayed a .22 pistol slide with it and got some clumping. I shook it well, so I'm guessing it had to do with the nozzle being partially blocked from when I painted the shotgun barrel. Regardless, the finish still came out smooth. The next test is durability. The original formula is durable so I expect this one will be as well. If not, I'll edit this review. For now, it is a winner!

Great product easy to use covers very well and drys fast I would recommend this product to anyone looking to change the look of there firearm. I did end up putting it in the oven to help drying gym and help harden the paint.

Terrible application. Spent several days just shaking as I know this product needs alot of attention and is incredibly finicky. After a ton of prep it started off ok. Then about 1/3rd in to halfway, with continuous shaking along the way, son of a gun! A splattered mess and nothing can remedy the situation. Painting in 80 degree weather and just couldn’t be more disappointed. It’s a mess. Thanks again Brownells! Get rid of this product line!

At first I had some trouble. The sell sent me my order. Fedex lost my order. I contacted the seller and he sent me another order through UPS. They delivered my order in a few days. The seller made it right. The product has always been great. Easy to use.

I've used this stuff on a few guns, and when it works, it works great. This last time it worked perfect while I was at work on an 870. I gave it a few hours dry time, it felt dry, and foolishly I layed the receiver and barrel on my truck seat and drove home. It wasn't dry enough evidently and left a fabric mark in the paint. So I wait 30 days for it to cure, hit it with some fine sandpaper, and shoot it again. The paint had clogged the can up. In frustration, a few days later I try it again, and the can worked. I was just finishing up and got a splatter, 30 days wait time again before sanding out. This time I put regular camo paint over the top of it. The base coat is Aluma-Hyde, which is very durable, and that is where I left it at. Some of this was my fault, so no complaints, and I'd do it again as this stuff is good.

This is my third time purchasing Brownells Aluma-Hyde II, and I have been very happy with the results. It sprays evenly and blends well when applying multiple light coats. I used the Flat Dark Earth color on a pistol slide to match a PSA lower, and while it was not an exact match, the color was reasonably close and looked great once assembled. It has worked very well on the metal firearm parts I have painted. I normally bake the parts in my oven after spraying to speed up the curing process, and the finished coating has been tough and durable. Just make sure the parts are completely disassembled, properly cleaned, and degreased before applying it. The coverage is excellent. I have not used an entire can on one project, but I believe one can could easily cover at least two completely disassembled AR-style rifles when applied correctly. I have not had any significant leakage problems, although cleaning the nozzle and storing the can upright after use is important. Considering the amount of coverage, the quality of the color, and the durability of the finished coating, I think it is a very good value for the money. I will definitely continue buying it for future projects.

My first time using Brownells Aluma-Hyde.......I have a metal slide with a painted acrylic mountain art scene, which in no way would hold up on a metal item being handled much......After applying a very thin layer in Krylon clear because research indicated epoxy paint would lift the acrylic I was worried that may happening, I used the Matte Clear Aluma-hyde epoxy over the Krylon for the final coating to protect the artwork.........I applied the Brownells Clear on a 64 degree day, outdoors spraying two coats 8" from the surface 10 minutes apart. The manufacturer says to only use the product when temps are between 65F and 95F, I had no issues with the product. The artwork remained intact with zero damage......I allowed it to cure for several days and the matte finish, the feel, and the durability of the epoxy coating is amazing amazing. I'm not a professional at spray painting, just a home done project and it simply could not have turned out more perfect.......Brownells claims this is the most durable paint in existence, I think that's probably true.

It’s a great product through and through. However it is not easy to use. Please consider watching some of the brownells prep and application videos. To do this right it’s a lot of meticulous work and honestly takes practice. Color accuracy is on par with Magpul od green. Paint is thick and requires constant shaking. Thickness and texture depends on spray technique and your level of patience. You have options of curing let it sit or bake it. Don’t be upset with yourself if you mess up along the way. Even if you sprayed it thick and cured it right if your surface prep wasn’t the best it will scratch. However if prep, sprayed and cured correctly it’s significantly sturdier and more scratch resistant than regular spray paint, but it is not cerakote so take it easy cowboy. Enjoy the process have fun.

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