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Title: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: Jaycee on June 13, 2018, 06:01:08 PM
I see a lot of different powder coat finishes, hammer finishes and bright colors to imitate anodized finishes. Do any members think there would be any call for any of the Bright finishes or hammer finishes on LDC's or is matte back the way to go?
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: Frank in Fairfield on June 13, 2018, 06:13:52 PM
I have three....Carbon Fiber Tape..

Like this:
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: ezman604 on June 13, 2018, 07:06:03 PM
Neil, it may or may not help but I'll give you my opinion anyway. LOL
For me, I like CF or a flat black. Basically, whatever closely matches the shroud or accompanying setup. Now, if it were for an anodized finish like an AF Condor red or blue, it would be nice to have one that matched. :)
But for me, CF or flat black works best.
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: Back_Roads on June 13, 2018, 07:25:16 PM
 I am all about camo ;)
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: Yng@hrt on June 13, 2018, 07:25:43 PM
I have three....Carbon Fiber Tape..

Like this:

Very nice effect on the cheap. ;)
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: Frank in Fairfield on June 13, 2018, 08:39:21 PM
That’s me!
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: wolverine on June 13, 2018, 09:18:46 PM
It depends on the rifle.


My hunting rifles...camo


Some i like the carbon fiber, others matte black, and another i think would look good with a polished aluminum ldc.
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: Jaycee on June 13, 2018, 10:59:14 PM
Sorry guys camo is not an option for powder coat, too many variations and colors and possible problems doing with powder coat. I could offer colors to go with guns like  the colored Airforce guns, high end target rifles etc. I can offer polished aluminum, brushed aluminum and stainless steel if there is any demand for it. I do not offer carbon fiber tape I only use genuine carbon fiber tube. I have thought about looking into chemical dipping so I can offer a wider range of finishes, but so far it looks like the main demand is for black or carbon fiber, thanks for the input guys, much appreciated, Neil.
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: lizzie on June 13, 2018, 11:35:38 PM
I'm pretty much a traditionalist, and would tend to go with a black, but besides the fact that I like the look better, one of my reasons would be that it may have a little better re-sell appeal, should you ever decide to sell.
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: Nomadic Pirate on June 13, 2018, 11:37:53 PM
Yeah, Flat black goes a long way :)

One day I want to have a polished alluminum gun, then a matching LDC would be great
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: bReTt on June 14, 2018, 12:55:28 AM
Flat black works for me
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: BountyHunter1976 on June 14, 2018, 01:37:50 AM
If the barrel is black, the ldc would look best black in either matte or flat, nothing shiny unless it is all carbon like the above pic is what I like.
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: mobilemail on June 14, 2018, 09:23:12 AM
The closer it matches the barrel's finish the better, as far as I'm concerned. I want it to look like it was always meant to be there.  So for something like a Marauder, a matte black.  For a gun that is blued, I would prefer it match the blue as much as possible.  I know that one in particular would be really difficult...but since you asked....
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Post by: Bicycleman on June 14, 2018, 11:28:48 AM
I like carbon fiber - All the squirrels see is the little black hole in the end of the LDC.  So camo is not necessary for my hunting rifles.
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: Motorhead on June 14, 2018, 12:24:05 PM
What ever floats your boat ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ personally have black, silver, hammer finishes, odd textures etc pending guns application and contrast to the action etc as wanted.
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: dan_house on June 14, 2018, 12:59:37 PM
glossy anodized red is the_sexiest_color_on_earth

if its aluminum, it needs to be ano red.....
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: Wildcatter on June 14, 2018, 01:11:19 PM
Annodized Blue and Red, flat black, gloss black, polished aluminum, brushed aluminum and carbon fiber.  That'll match most barrels and, IMHO, I think most want the LDC to be an extension of the barrel and not an accessory. 
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: steveoh on June 14, 2018, 03:44:55 PM
My Moderator Priorities:

1. Doesn't mess with the POA. I have had maybe 5 LDC's go back because my POA changed, and sometimes pellets whacked the can.

2. Quiet as we can make it -  I have some amazingly quiet LDC's. One big bore moderator, and one .25 Marauder moderator from Neil and they are quiet.

3. Color? I'm not at all picky. Mat black works for me most of the time. Though I do like that industrial wrinkled finish. Seems super hard and long wearing 
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: Briar Patch on June 14, 2018, 04:57:29 PM
I would really like to see a magenta, a chartreuse and a deep plum offering.    ;D

I'm a matte black fan.

Another possibility might be to offer them already prepped for a cerakote finish.
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: Verminstalker on June 14, 2018, 11:17:32 PM
Some form of camo would be my choice. The varmints will see bright colors and run off!
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: xtred1 on June 14, 2018, 11:51:31 PM
Depends on what you want to use it for. My 1322 and itsTKO is camouflaged to break up the outlines. In the case some neighbor sees it through the crack in the fence.   
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: Jaycee on June 14, 2018, 11:58:48 PM
Thanks for the responses, it gives me something to think about, but on the other side of things I have not been asked for a bright color in 7 years of making these? I have been asked for camo and for a blued finish, but you can not blue aluminum, anodize yes but not blue. Anodizing is not an option for me, not available where I am and too specialized for me to get into. I guess I should stick with black and just accommodate customers with bright colors if I get a special request, all the best, Neil.
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: Nomadic Pirate on June 15, 2018, 04:21:50 AM
Some form of camo would be my choice. The varmints will see bright colors and run off!

Many years ago an English hunter said something and I told him I will quote him many times in the future.


"Even a tree if it's moving, will spook animals."
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: Wildcatter on June 15, 2018, 01:50:10 PM
Not a bad idea, Neil.  Maybe you charge extra for a custom wrap?  Wouldn't take too long, you could offer ANY color and find out what makes you money and make it a specialized charge.
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: Jaycee on June 15, 2018, 06:12:17 PM
Wildcatter it is not about making money for me, it is about giving the customer what he wants, I see there are some chemical dips that can be done at home and might not be too expensive. I wish I could add an anodized finish but that would cause me way too many problems, all the best, Neil.
Title: Re: Want some input from GTA members on LDC colors and finishes.
Post by: Tack Driver 10 on June 15, 2018, 06:54:34 PM
Black truck bed spray is my default.

Flat camo green on this one just to be different.

Ribbed and ventilated for your shooting pleasure.