Would you do this to your 1911?

[porky]

I believe this frame was scalded with a blow torch-I've seen it done to copper backsplashes in order to produce this cool effect-

The frame on the Norinco 45 I'm looking at is VERY drab- What do you think of doing this instead of some other plating/bluing or duracoat etc.-

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a51/SnappingTwig1/191120poster-1.jpg

[bsg]

i prefer the original finish/appearance of a gun as it comes from the factory.

[porky]

I hear you- I saw this and thought it looked pretty interesting as custom looks go

[Cuda440]

That's actually called a color case hardened finish, it is extremey corrosion resistant. It is more commonly seen on old sa revolver frames. The 1911 in the pic above is a factory piece. http://www.olyarms.com/index.php?pag...mart&Itemid=37

[FUBAR]

Not my thing but to each his own.

[bsg]

That's actually called a color case hardened finish, it is extremey corrosion resistant. It is more commonly seen on old sa revolver frames. The 1911 in the pic above is a factory piece. http://www.olyarms.com/index.php?pag...mart&Itemid=37

i do love a natural patina that is a result of time....

[porky]

thanks for the correction- I was wondering about the technique-seems like I should think about other options(or none) for a custom finish-

[CALI-gula]

I believe this frame was scalded with a blow torch-I've seen it done to copper backsplashes in order to produce this cool effect-

The frame on the Norinco 45 I'm looking at is VERY drab- What do you think of doing this instead of some other plating/bluing or duracoat etc.-

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a51...20poster-1.jpg

I see that someone else advised on it being case-coloring as well; you can see case coloring on many Smith & Wesson revolvers from the 1920's on up through the 1980's, on triggers and hammers. They have even re-issued revolvers recently in case-colored finishes. Interesting thing about case-coloring; if you leave it in UV light, the rain-bow coloring will fade to more grayish tones.

And SOME modern case-coloring is not case coloring at all; it's merely a finish to look like it (such as on some MIM parts).

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[Cyc Wid It]

Go ahead, it's just a Norinco, nothing sacrilegious etc.

[hammerhands32]

I have a norinco that was stored improperly. I've been looking at having the thing ceracoated (sp?). Not sure what route to go either.

[den888]

I would not modify a 1911 (or any gun) in that manner. In most cases, heavy modification or customization affects resale value in a negative way.

[Massan]

Don't like that design, kinda looks like tarnished steel and makes it seem dirty.

[MA2]

Instead of thinking, wow nice! I was thinking, what happened to it?
I like customized finish, but I am not liking this one.

Hmm...anyone seen a chameleon paint (like on the cars) on a pistol...i think that would look kinda cool...maybe...lol.

[Mikeb]

I see that someone else advised on it being case-coloring as well; you can see case coloring on many Smith & Wesson revolvers from the 1920's on up through the 1980's, on triggers and hammers. They have even re-issued revolvers recently in case-colored finishes. Interesting thing about case-coloring; if you leave it in UV light, the rain-bow coloring will fade to more grayish tones.

And SOME modern case-coloring is not case coloring at all; it's merely a finish to look like it (such as on some MIM parts).

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I don't think you can really color case 4140 Chrome-moly steel. Folk like Turnbull have a technigue that gives the effect without messing up the original temper.
take care
Mike

[DannyInSoCal]

I think it looks kinda kool...