We tested Cerakote® and traditional blueing by leaving two bolt-action rifles out in the elements of the Pacific Northwest for 15 months and captured what happened by taking a daily photo using a time lapse camera. The rifles were identical, except one was coated with Cerakote®, while the other was the OEM, traditional blued finish. Watch and see what happens:

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How long will Cerakote® last in the woods of the Pacific Northwest? Let’s find out! We took two identical bolt-action rifles and left them in the woods of the Pacific Northwest with a time lapse camera, to document the outcome. The rifle on the right of the screen has been factory finished with Cerakote® ceramic coating protection, while the rifle on the left has a traditional factory blued finish. The test begins now:

  • Just 12 days into the test, the traditionally blued rifle begins to show signs of corrosion, while the Cerakote® rifle shows no signs of corrosion.
  • Even after over 15 months of being exposed to the elements, the rifle that’s been finished with Cerakote® ceramic coatings has shown no signs of corrosion, while the traditional factory blued barrel has shown significant sign of corrosion.

Cerakote® ceramic coatings provide the durability and corrosion protection you need with the color you want, making it the perfect alternative to blueing. For the best in corrosion protection, Finish Strong™ with Cerakote®.