Question 1

What is DuraCoat and why do you use it?

Accepted Answer

DuraCoat is a 2-part chemical firearm finish with milspec hardness and chemical/weather resistance. It sprays thin enough to layer 7–8 coats while staying thinner than ceramic bake-on finishes. Most importantly, it air-cures — so we can coat the entire rig in one system: barreled action, optics, polymer stocks, rings, bases, even suppressors. No oven means nothing gets cooked.

Question 2

How long does the curing process take?

Accepted Answer

DuraCoat is initially cured in about 3 weeks and continues to harden for up to 2 years. Your firearm is handle-safe when it leaves our shop. Full chemical resistance and final hardness develop over time.

Question 3

What's your turnaround time?

Accepted Answer

Turnaround depends on the job and our current queue. Call (623) 388-7069 or send a quote request with photos — we'll give you a target date when we confirm the work order.

Question 4

How much does a DuraCoat job cost?

Accepted Answer

Both solid DuraCoat and custom camouflage finishes run roughly $250–$1,200 depending on the firearm, number of parts, and prep work required. Every quote is built from your specific rig — send photos and a parts list and we'll give you an exact number.

Question 5

Are you FFL licensed?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Carnimore is a federally licensed FFL dealer. You can ship firearms directly to us without going through a third-party FFL. We'll handle chain-of-custody documentation on our end and ship back to you or your dealer.

Question 6

Can you ship my firearm to you across state lines?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we accept firearms shipped from anywhere in the United States. If you're shipping from a non-FFL (yourself, as the owner), you can ship directly to us via common carrier per ATF guidelines. We'll return ship to you (or your local FFL if required by your state) once work is complete.

Question 7

Do you accept drop-offs at the shop?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We're at 42526 N 18th St, New River, AZ 85087. Call (623) 388-7069 before you come so we can make sure someone's around and the paperwork is ready.

Question 8

Is DuraCoat better than Cerakote?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the job. DuraCoat air-cures, so we can coat optics, polymer, and full rigs in one system — Cerakote requires a bake cycle that damages those materials. DuraCoat also layers, which is what makes custom hand-applied camouflage possible. Cerakote has a slight edge in abrasion testing on bare metal. For full rigs and custom work, DuraCoat wins. See our DuraCoat vs Cerakote comparison for the full breakdown.

Question 9

Can you coat my optics?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and this is one of the biggest advantages of DuraCoat over oven-cured finishes. Because DuraCoat air-cures, we can coat scopes, red dots, rings, bases, and mounts without damaging internals or lens coatings. The whole rig ends up looking like one system instead of a rifle with mismatched glass.

Question 10

Can you coat polymer stocks and grips?

Accepted Answer

Yes. DuraCoat bonds to polymer, carbon fiber, and composite materials without heat. We routinely finish Magpul stocks, polymer grips, handguards, and full chassis systems as part of the rig.

Question 11

Can you coat suppressors?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Suppressors coat beautifully in DuraCoat and match the rest of the rig. Because suppressors are NFA items, call us first and we'll walk you through the transfer paperwork for your situation.

Question 12

What colors do you offer?

Accepted Answer

Full DuraCoat color library — FDE, OD green, black, Sniper Grey, Magpul FDE/OD, tan, bronze, coyote, graphite, and dozens more. We also mix custom colors on request and match existing hardware (scope tubes, rail systems, stocks) when you want a seamless rig.

Question 13

Do you do custom camouflage patterns?

Accepted Answer

Yes — this is our specialty. Every camouflage job is built from scratch around your terrain (desert, woodland, alpine, brush). No templates, no two alike. Joel has been hand-applying custom camouflage patterns for 25+ years using a proprietary system developed specifically for firearm finishing.

Question 14

How do I care for my DuraCoated firearm?

Accepted Answer

Normal use. Wipe down with any standard gun oil or CLP — DuraCoat is chemical-resistant, so solvents won't harm the finish. Avoid aggressive wire brushing directly on the coating. Deep cleaning with bore solvents is fine. The coating will outlast most owners.

Question 15

Can you refinish a rifle that's already coated?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We strip the existing finish (Cerakote, DuraCoat, parkerizing, bluing, anodizing), re-prep the surface, and re-coat in whatever you want. The exact cost depends on how aggressive the strip has to be — we'll include it in your quote.

Question 16

Do you offer rush service?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes. If you have a hunt or match on the calendar, call us — rush slots open up when schedules shift. We can't guarantee them, but we'll tell you whether we can hit your date.

Question 17

Do you offer long-range training?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Joel runs long-range precision training programs for students at all skill levels — fundamentals through tactical applications, tailored to the shooter's goals and the rifle. See /services/training for current schedule and pricing.

Question 18

Can you work on a gun you didn't build?

Accepted Answer

Yes — the majority of our coating work is on customer-owned firearms we didn't originate. Send us what you have and we'll finish it.

Question 19

Do you do partial jobs — just the barrel, or just the stock?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Plenty of customers only want a specific part coated (barrel refresh, stock only, suppressor match). Send photos of what you want done and we'll quote it.

Question 20

What information do you need for a quote?

Accepted Answer

Three things: (1) the make/model of the firearm, (2) photos of the parts you want coated, and (3) the color or pattern you're after. Reference photos of a camo pattern or color you like help. Send to info@carnimore.com or use our quote form.

Question 21

Do you sell completed firearms?

Accepted Answer

Occasionally — we build custom rifles in small runs. Current availability is on our shop page. Most of our work is coating customer-owned firearms, not selling new ones.

Question 22

Are you open on weekends?

Accepted Answer

Shop hours vary — we're a small operation and hours shift around active jobs. The best way to reach us is a call or text to (623) 388-7069.

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