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Zinc Phosphate Parkerizing - Zinc Phosphate Parkerizing, 1 Gallon
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SKU: 082091128
Overview
This zinc phosphate coating is intended for iron and steel firearms where a non-glare, traditional charcoal-gray finish is desired. It is suited to hunting guns, tactical firearms, and the restoration of older military guns, while also serving as a base for spray-on or bake-on finishes. The process is described as user-friendly and produces a porous surface that helps retain lubricants and rust preventives. Supplied in a 1-gallon plastic container with full instructions, it offers a practical option for owners looking to refinish or prepare a firearm surface for further coating.
Why Hunters Choose the Brownells
Produces Non-metallic
Zinc phosphate coating on iron
Charcoal-gray Finish
Suits non-glare applications on tactical
Porous Surface
Helps retain lubricants and rust
Works As
Undercoat for spray-on and bake-on
Supplied Full
Full instructions for user-friendly application
Key Features
- Produces a non-metallic zinc phosphate coating on iron and steel
- Charcoal-gray finish suits non-glare tactical and hunting gun applications
- Porous surface helps retain lubricants and rust preventives
- Works as a base for spray-on and bake-on finishes
- Includes full instructions for user-friendly application
- Packaged in a plastic container with 1 gallon net contents
Best Used For
- Hunters wanting a non-glare charcoal-gray finish for hunting guns
- Users restoring older military guns with a traditional zinc phosphate coating
- Gun owners preparing iron or steel surfaces for spray-on or bake-on finishes
- Those seeking a coating that holds oils, lubricants, and rust preventives well
- Users who want a user-friendly parkerizing process with full instructions
Specifications
| Coating Type | Non-metallic zinc phosphate coating |
|---|---|
| Color | Traditional charcoal-gray |
| Container Material | Plastic |
| Corrosion Resistance | Highly resistant to corrosion |
| Durability | Very durable and long wearing |
| Finish Compatibility | Ideal base for spray-on/bake-on finishes such as Brownells Baking Lacquer, Aluma-Hyde II and Teflon Moly Gun Finish |
| Instructions | Full instructions |
| Lubricant Retention | Excellent retention for lubricants and rust preventives |
| Net Contents | 1 gallon (3.8L), 1 pint (473ml) |
| Process Description | User-friendly process |
| Suitable Materials | Iron and steel |
| Surface Characteristic | Porous surface |
Pros
- Produces a non-metallic zinc phosphate coating on iron and steel
- Charcoal-gray finish suits non-glare applications on tactical and hunting guns
- Porous surface helps retain lubricants and rust preventives
- Works as an undercoat for spray-on and bake-on finishes
- Supplied with full instructions for user-friendly application
- Available in a 1-gallon plastic container
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Produces a non-metallic zinc phosphate coating on iron and steel, so it is limited to those materials rather than being a universal finish for every firearm component.
- The traditional charcoal-gray appearance is suited to non-glare applications, which may not match projects where a brighter or more decorative finish is desired.
- It is presented as a base for spray-on/bake-on finishes as well as a standalone coating, so the final result depends on the topcoat system chosen.
- The product is supplied as a 1-gallon container, which may be more material than needed for smaller touch-up or one-off refinishing jobs.
Suggested Comparisons
- Gun finishing and refinishing supplies
- Rust prevention and surface treatment products
- Spray-on and bake-on firearm finish systems
- Firearm maintenance and protection products
Suggested Accessories
- Spray-on/bake-on gun finish
- Gun cleaning oil
- Rust preventive
- Protective gloves
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zinc Phosphate Parkerizing used for on hunting or tactical firearms?
It is a zinc phosphate coating for iron and steel that is described as suitable for non-glare finishes on tactical and hunting guns, and for restoring older military guns.
Does this product work as a base coat for other finishes?
Yes. The description says it provides an ideal base for spray-on/bake-on finishes such as Brownells Baking Lacquer, Aluma-Hyde II, and Teflon Moly Gun Finish.
What kind of surface does it leave?
It produces a traditional charcoal-gray finish with a porous surface and a large, uniform grain structure. The product is described as non-metallic.
How much product is included?
The listed net contents are 1 gallon (3.8L) and 1 pint (473ml). It comes in a plastic container.
Does it come with instructions?
Yes. The product listing says full instructions are included.