When it comes to protective coatings for firearms, durability is king. And it should be. Consumers are of course interested in longevity and durability when choosing a finish for their guns. In this blog post, we’re going to compare two popular options: Cerakote and traditional paint. What is Cerakote? Cerakote is a ceramic-based finish that […]
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Cerakote Finish FAQs: Everything You Need to Know
In the past few years, Cerakote has become super popular for firearms, and it’s something that we specialize in here at Aegis Cerakote. If you don’t know much about it, then this blog is for you. We’ll break down all you need to know via a FAQ format. What is Cerakote? Cerakote is a ceramic-based […]
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How Long Does It Take to Cerakote a Gun?
Americans spend about 6 hours a day on their phones doing non-work-related activities. You have to wonder, how much of that time might be better spent. When it comes to time, we sometimes get asked, “How long does it take to put a Cerakote finish on a gun?” Cerakoting a gun typically takes between three […]
The Aero Precision M4E1 556 Forged M16 Pocket Cut FCG Stripped AR-15 Lower Receiver
Each year, about 380,000 guns are stolen from private gun owners. We were surprised by that statistic, and it serves as a good reminder to store your guns properly and safely. When it comes to safety, it’s always smart to have properly working parts. Today, we’d like to feature one of our excellent lower receivers. […]
The AR-15 / M16 / M4 Auto Sear – What You Need To Know
Legal Warning: Please be aware of local and federal laws regarding the purchase of firearms and firearm accessories. Sixty-nine percent of Americans believe our world has become a dangerous place, which is one reason people choose to buy and have firearms. In the industry, there are a myriad of choices when it comes to guns, […]
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All You Need to Know about FFL Transfers
Approximately 27% of firearms transfers get fouled up because of a failure to keep an accurate record of the firearm sale. And that’s too bad. FFL transfers are a crucial aspect of the firearms purchasing process, yet many gun owners find the process confusing. So let’s take a close look at FFL transfers so that […]
What Do We Mean by Class 3 NFA?
During the first financial quarter of this year, firearms sales in the US increased 4.6% from last quarter. Always going along with the industry is regulation. So let’s take a deep dive into what Class 3 NFA means. What Is a Class III Firearm? Class III firearms include certain machine guns, silencers, destructive devices, short-barreled […]
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Thinking about Your First Custom Rifle Build? 5 Important Things to Consider.
Did you know that the firearms manufacturing industry is responsible for employing more than 170,000 workers annually? That’s a great way to keep folks working and out of the unemployment line. One of the industry’s jobs is to craft custom-built weapons. At Aegis Cerakote, we manufactured our first AR in 2007, and we’ve been making […]
6 Ways to Customize Your Pistol
Each year, more than 13 million Americans participate in handgun target shooting. We figure that’s as good a reason as any to customize your handgun. If you’re a pistol owner looking to take your shooting experience to the next level, here are six ways to customize your pistol. Grips and Ergonomics One of the first […]
Benefits of a Nitrided Barrel for Your AR-15
Did you know that more than 24.6 million AR-15 or AK rifles are in circulation in the US? This is no surprise because the AR-15 is easy to use and beloved by many. When it comes to barrels, nitrided barrels have become popular, and you can find them on semi-automatics as well as bolt-action rifles. […]