Cerakote VS Hydro Dip || Tough Enough For Everyday Carry???
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- Опубликовано: 7 сен 2024
- Cerakote VS Hydro Dip || Tough Enough For Everyday Carry???
In this video, we are doing an epic torture test between cerakote and hydro dip to see if they are tough enough for everyday carry??? Which one do you think will win the toughness test... the much talked about Cerakote or the underdog Hydrographics?
Cerakote vs hydrographics has been long debated as to which one is the best gun coating and this video is putting these two popular coating options to the test. Follow along as we draw these from a kydex holster over 1000 times, and drag them over 1000 yards to see which coating is tougher... but will either of them be tough enough for EDC? Watch this video and find out.
As always don’t forget to stick around all the way to the end for all the funny bloopers.
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I'm new to Hydro dip, and Cerakote finishes, that's why I'm researching them first. I was curious though, does the Cerakote get a clear finish at the end like Hydro dipping, does or no? I only ask because clear is a bit harder/tougher finish than some might give it credit for. So because I thought that the directions for Cerakote doesn't call for a clear coat at the end, I was wondering if I was to do so anyway it should strengthen the final product. Hell, it can't hurt, at least I wouldn't think. Just was wondering if you cleared the Cerakote or not?
Also, if you did not clear it for the purpose of this video. Have you tried it before.
I'm not talking smack. I appreciate the hard work that went into this video. At one point, when i was looking at the iron sights, the hydro dipped glock looked newer than the cerakote glock. At first, I thought that cerakote glock got a wire brush to it. If you look closely at the beginning of the video, the cerakote glock did start out with a worn down iron sight. I'm So glad I took an extra look at the video. Keep up the good work, and thank you for make a great product for everyone to injoy. P.s. please don't give me a scare like that again. Lol
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What holsters are those?
Saved me a whole bunch of money I thought this was permanent reliable paint thx again
Thank you for sacrificing your shoulder for this test. I enjoyed the vid, something different!
It was worth it to get a good honest torture test out there... I do both coatings and I was glad the results were even, because I can tell people all day but until you show them... no one believes me.
Thank you for having us. This was a fun and educational video to help make. It was truly shocking to see how these 2 held up. After this test, I think Hydrographics have not been given enough credit and Cerekote has been up talked to the max.
Glad to have you. I'm glad it came out about even... dispels the myths and makes either coating a reliable choice for EDC.
WHEN THE MONEY GETS RIGHT HYDROGRAPHICS. YOU GUYS DREW THE GUNS FROM THE HOLSTER MORE THAN MOST PEOPLE WILL IN A LIFE TIME. ANOTHER AWESOME VIDEO.
Oh yeah, most will never draw that much! Glad you enjoyed it bud!
Honestly I like a worn look when it's actually worn from years of use. I rattle-canned my AR15 in 2014 and the Rustoleum is still on it, but over the years it has obvious wear marks and looks cool AF.
You poor guys! Thank you for all that effort, it's not lost on us we greatly appreciate it ;-)
The hydrographics has black all over it so you won't notice the wear as much unless you really look for it. My point being no matter what finish you go with if you choose a camo or something busy like that they will look good for quite a long time.
That is true... not really the point of the video, we just wanted to see how much abuse they could take.
You have helped me a lot in my Hydrographic journey, thank you and keep up the good work!
I came for the video and I brought popcorn for the comments section😂
Movie style butter, or caramel? I like both, can I sit next to you and share?
@@AllThingsFunHydrographics Of course we can share, its one of those Christmas tubs that has all three so we should be covered on all tastes lol
@@lorenzohinojos4559 Oh NICE!!!! I love the three way divided christmas tubs... a little butter, a little cheese, and some caramel!
Hydro graphics is cool, but as far as for a firearm id go for cerakote. simply because the wear pattern looks more natural, and the hydrodip seems to chip more than wear. Great video though guys
Thanks for watching
"Shake weight incident" 😂😂😂
I don't think they can handle the shake weight incident.
Until someone comes up with something more durable, I'd have to pass on both coatings. Especially considering the cost associated with having the work done.
That’s a great test. I’m kinda shocked there about the same. Good job guys
I was a little shocked too. I knew hydro dipping clear coats were tough, but I didn't think it would hold up as well on this test because it was a lot for any gun finish to take.
Do you put any protective coating over the top of Hydro-dip film? If so is there any prep required? I'm looking camo an old 12ga and am concerned adhesion and durability. I had it in my head that I should clear Cerakote the Hydrodip to keep it nice but I'm new to both.
I work for a hydrographic company and we typically put several layers of clear coating on to make sure the dip is protected. I have no idea if they put that on for this test and if they did, which coating they used.
There is definitely prep and clear coating to protect the hydro dip. Watch more of the videos from A.T.F. My projects have came out great! The hardest part for me is keeping the water temp just right especially in winter.
You are henceforth to be known as glorious bearded man
I am okay with this... I will inform everyone that I must be referred to as Glorious Bearded Man
Awesome information, also I really liked the information at the very end that is that quick snip of the cleaning compounds after the hydrographic.
Maaaan. Thank you for doing the tet.. ive wondered the samething but never wanted to try. You guys are awsome!!
No problem Wayne, glad you enjoyed the video.
Thank God this is a safe space. I was worried 😂
LMAO.... gotta make sure the whooolllleee interwebs knows everything is safe!
That’s pretty cool and good to know, unless you’re just doing a crazy amount of draw practice it will take the normal person quite a while to draw that many times so send durable to me
Both are pretty durable, more than people think
I know I'm late, but even with the wear on both, the cerakote fading looks cool as hell. The hydro dip looked like it stopped abruptly where the dip is missing.
Cerakote always looks cool battleworn
Nothing to see here just two men walking their Glocks 😂 thanks for doing this video I’m trying to decide what finish to go with on a precision rifle stock
It’s better when it’s wetter🤣🤣🤣 love it
Always better when its wetter!
Later at home ... the girlfriend / wife, "What are you doing to me"?!! "Get away"!
The Cerakote appears a teeeeeny bit more resilient, although the wear patterns on both are the same.
That's for turning me on to this.
So I'm hydro dipping my synthetic rifle stock what kind of paint do I need to start off with. Thanks for the great show again and turning me in the right direction on how tough that stuff really is thanks a lot perfect
I use one hit wonder paint. Very beginner friendly and dips well. Even got a 5$ off coupon code in the description below the video
Great video, great bloopers! Thanks!!!
Appreicate you watching, glad to hear you enjoyed it. Many more videos coming.
Good job guys. Def put work in for this vid!! Very much appreciated!!
Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it.
Excellent video, thanks. I could send to Brazil one of these tritio sights of these weapons kkkkk. Since they must have been destroyed.
And unfortunately my glock has no tritium.😪
You have no idea how expensive things are here (sights, flashlights, ammunition). I wish you and the channel success.
LOL. I wish I could send them to you, exports on firearms is a pain in the butt. I hear lots of stuff is hard to get in Brazil.
You've inspired me to hydro dip camo on my Glock. Great video!
Awesome! I hope it turned out good for you!
hi did you guys use c-series or h-series cerakote? just wanted to know for my own understanding
H series.
Okay, no constest. The Hydro Drip did better after the outdoor drag test. ... not bad!
I’m not saying one or the other is better, but for me… holster wear looks better than an expensive clean gun. I get that people have a need to express their lifestyle but holster wear on a cheap netted spray paint looks amazing. A fire arm that has holster wear with no paint looks even better!
I literally cringe when I see a gun ruined with water stickers or paint. They’re not meant to look cool lol they’re meant to save lives! Don’t paint your guns, shoot them at the range and appreciate they were designed to take a beating ( if you made the right purchase) and still function because I promise you. The last thing you’re going to worry about is scratching the pretty paint when you have to make that life or death decision. Use that money for ammo and the range. Leave the painting to the air soft guys. However if you bought a gun to look at everyday and not shoot I’ll make an exception as well as a rifle for hunting.
yup
My question why would you want an uncomfortable plastic holster? Use leather
The plastic for me is just as comfortable as the leather when the gun is in it.
Still waiting for the supreme Glock. Great video as always.
LOL.. They were both red, thats close enough right?
@@AllThingsFunHydrographics lol
@@ricchburglar Ya think I would get in trouble if really did put supreme logo on one? I figured some of them folks might not be the biggest pew pew fans and get offended.
@@AllThingsFunHydrographics smart man.
I have only heard about Hydro graphics. I have a great Glock that was factory new cerakote new. I paid 600.00 NIB made in usa. I was thinking about selling it as I have one in Nickle Boron (Battlefield worn new). I do not know why. People think it is no big deal & I should sell as cheap as a gun that has no pro treatment. I paid an extra to get it that waay new. Yet the same people willng pay 200.00 for a slide to be cerakoted? I do not get the mantallity.
I would have never guessed a dipped part could be so durable. Comparing the two different “coatings” is kind of a farce though...zero chance of getting the graphic like designs capable with hydro graphics with cerakote. If I had a place local, I would do this to my Glocks and probably many many other things. Very cool
You can actually do quite a bit with cerakote. I have done some wild designs but not to the level that hydro dipping can do. They each have a place and time for use, and they both hold up really well to abuse... the hydro dip just gets a bad name because of false information on the internet.
@@AllThingsFunHydrographics yeah I should have stated it would be very difficult to get the same detail with graphics as hydro for the average DIYer. I have just seen so many awesome designs with Hydro that for me it’s just on whole different level.
@@Todd66 It really is, not knocking Cerakote at all because there are some people that are much more talented than me with Cerakote and all the detail they put into it.... I just prefer to use hydro dipping for high detailed images because it is a lot easier than spending hours doing stencil work for cerakote.
Looks very cool, but they look like toys.
Might lead to tragedies.
Copy hesitating, not wanting to shoot someone with a toy & then getting crucified by press.
Then there a re kids thinking they are toys.
But I DO like being able to pimp your gun.
Not looking to get flamed..
I hear ya,
I got your card from a store in Covington when I picked up a gun for the wife a few weeks ago. I’ll have to give you a call because I definitely have some work for you lol.
Awesome, bring it on over when you are ready!
What about heat resistant have you done any test on shooting the guns see how they react or both paints are good
sure have, we did a heat test video a while back on this channel
Damn, I thought the Cerakote would destroy the hydrographics. Have seen other tests and the hydrographics didn't last (don't recall the brands tested though).
Our stuff is pretty tough, but I didn't know it would be as tough as cerakote. I still like both coatings they just each have thier own uses.
@@AllThingsFunHydrographics Any idea if that was air cure cerakote? (Or what kind it was?)
@@deucedeuce1572 Considering a glocks polymer frame probably air cure.
@@travisolexa3074 You can oven cure polymer. Just not the Elite Series Cerakote, because it requires 350F.... but the H series cure at a low enough temp for polymer frames. The air cure really is crap compared to the H series... and the Elite "E" series is significantly more durable than the H series.
@@deucedeuce1572 Yah that's true, I just worry about putting sustained heat on anything polymer. Also my handgun only has about 1/3 the wear as their guns, but probably not as many holster draws. Still I would guess air cured.
Pretty cool bro.
Awesome thanks Matt! I was shocked it turned out as good as it did.
I'm here for the comments. Lol
Get your popcorn... the trolls will be here any time now.
yea me too. cant beleive how many folks think that putting color on yer gun is a bad thing.....
@@AllThingsFunHydrographics they hatin' cuz they cant do it :)
Love ❤️ your work bro
Good luck for more..
Thank you very much. Many more videos coming soon.
Hey nice work! Do you have a video on polishing clearcoat to get that glass effect? Thanks
I dont, but there are tons of youtube videos on wetsanding a polishing. I rarely do it because my gun sprays very well. Iwata LPH400
Dip a cerakoted gun and see if it does any better
I have some advice, only hydrodip plastic parts!
LOL, it does hold up really good on plastic.
G'day interesting video mate 👍
Awesome Murphy. Glad you enjoyed it.
@@AllThingsFunHydrographics Very much mate 👍🍻
Awesome video!
Glad you enjoyed it
I heard someone say he rather see a gun with wear. That means that person is practicing knowing how to use there gun. Not being the dummy that may murder someone.
Tnx for the nfo
You are very welcome.
Just wanted to clarify a few things quick. You mention the Cerakote was applied to their standard. Are you a Cerakote certified shop? You also mention in the comments you spray with an iwata lph400 gun, which very often comes with a 1.4mm nozzle. Is that what you used to spray the Cerakote or do you use something else?
I spray cerakote with an Iwata LPH80 0.8mm nozzle, which is what cerakote recommends.
I am not certified by cerakote. I was professionally trained by 2 people who are Cerakote Certified so I know what they teach, and I have the full class manual from cerakote. Luckily I can read and follow the instructions to the letter as well as what my instructors taught me. I am not some regular Joe that just started spraying Cerakote in the back yard yesterday.
What if Cerakote had as many layers as hydro dip? Base, film, clear. Cerakote is just 1 layer.
I don't give a damn about wear on the finish. When cerakote wears,it looks awesome. Guns are tools, if you use tools, they get worn....stop worrying about them being pretty and give them some character
I know I feel the same way, but we get this question 20 times a day so I had to make a video on it.
What brand clear coat did you use on the hydrodiped Glock?
That's G-14 classified..... But it rhymes with tig train
Good video
Nice vid but that full hab-red Glock made me throw up in my mouth a lil bit. Its really ugly.
Never held either finish on a gun. How is the texture on both?
hydro dip is smooth, cerakote is mostly smooth but has a slight texture to it, not much though
Don’t you cera coat before hydro graphics so you are really looking to see if decal holds up
No, its either ceraktoed or hydro dipped, not both. And we never use decals, I have no clue what decals you are talking about ?
@@AllThingsFunHydrographics I'm going to guess that he thinks hydro dipping is a decal
How do i send my gun to get hydro-ed? Just plain white
email chris@atfhydrographics.com
Please, if you make same teste cerakote x eletrostáticy.?
So the question I have is one of cost, what’s the cost differential?
Depends on the company and what you get done. In my shop, single color cerakote is slightly cheaper than hydro dip. When you get into custom cerakote colors, stencils, multiple colors cerakote can get expensive quick.
Why is the action of pulling the guns in and out look so weird 😂😂🤧🤧
LOL.... I see you like it hard and fast when we make them go in and out.😆
Are y'all still doing this?
Here's the real quest for the ultimate durability... hydrodipping a cerakoted gun. Is it possible?
How much for hydro
I wonder if a bullet would be hydro dip would it affect the gun?
No clue, but a bullet is too small to hydro dip.
You done messed up A A Ron!
Listen here T-mothy... I know I done messed up! LOL
So do you clear coat after you appy the graphic? And if so what do you use as a clear?
And one or two coats of cerakote
Yes I use clear coats from One Hit Wonder.
ONe
Honestly, the more worn they became the cooler they looked
I'd love to hear the "Walking my Glock" explanation to the Police..🙄
That would have been a conversation right there.... Yes sir Mr. Officer, just walking my glock. LOL
is it just me or does it look like theres no clear coat on either glocks? wonder if that would change the results depending on the number of coats of clear?
The cerakote has no clear coat on it. The hydro dipped one has flat clear coat. I explained that in the beginning of the video.
Was the red on the dipped gun a cerakote base or was that from the film? How was the dipped one prepped before the dip? Im just curious as I am a 01 myself that mostly does laser and cera, thinking of expanding a bit.
The hydro dipped gun was sand blasted, based with One Hit Wonder Paint, dipped, and clear coated with OHw flat clear. You can not dip over cerakote, it will not stick.
@@AllThingsFunHydrographics Thanks for the info!
Hydro dipping guns is so weird
Yup, but some people like it.
You guys toss guns around like I toss dog shit into the neighbors yard.
That was kinda the whole point, abuse them so we could see how they held up... but more importantly how much dog poop are you throwing in the neighbor's yard? If it's only a few small pieces we got to work on that, those are rookie numbers! We need to dump a truck load of rotten dog poo in the neighbor's yard!!!
@@AllThingsFunHydrographics Well, the snows about melted here now so soon I’ll hitch the wagon up to my tractor and go around the property and collect all the shit that’s been in hibernation in the snow. Then I’ll , uh, get rid of it. Two cane corsos and a dogue de bordeaux make a lot of big poopsickles!
What kind of cerakote was used?
H series.
what brand of film did u user or what do u recommend
Any of them. I buy from a bunch of different places. One HIt wonder, Big Brain, TWN, Dip Pros.... its all made in china and sold here.
Later that day ... LEOs in a patrol vehicle, "What in the world are you doing"? You two, "Oh, nothing officers. We're just taking our Glocks for a walk, that's it".
How long will it last on gun slider.???
Forever, its permanent.
I bought your hydro kit. I do NOT recommend it. The first mag had huge holes in it. The second two would not adhere. Gotta block you now.
Are you kidding me you better recheck because I can see that the hydro dip is wearing more than the cerakote
Kydex suchs.
Get you some classic leather .
And a professional Cerekote coating shouldn't come off like your Bubba application. Try again boyz.
I was just about to say different holsters different were but just like my sex life it was premature LOL
They make pills for that now! LOL
Too many variables not in the video. Not saying your a lier but I'd wanna see the application.... Considering the name of the channel has hydradip in it....
I wouldn’t use my hydro dipped gun like this, it would be a range toy.
I get asked all the time if people can EDC a hydro dipped gun, well now we know!
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😅 Thanks
But how thick were the coatings? Completely irrelevant if one coating was applied more than the other. I can put 1000 coats of Krylon on my Hi-point. It will look like sh!t but might outlast your gucci coating. The real dope is at the end of the video. The coating you are shilling for does not withstand solvents. No more to be said.
I am not shilling for either, I do both and customers can get whatever they want. Makes no difference to me. I am just answering a common question I get all the time. Was not meant to be a meticulous science experiment.
I can't believe you did this video without confirming that there were no bullets within a 25 mile radius. Shame on you!!!!!
Ok now put it in a salt bath for a few months
who has time for that? and who puts salt on a gun in the first place?
@@AllThingsFunHydrographics uhh, who has time for that? let’s see, maybe someone who really has faith is their product. And who put salt on their guns? Anyone who has ever laid a finger on there gun. Every gun I have ever re-blued/ or refinished that was pitted, was pitted because of salt ( ie. sweat). I can understand why someone would want their gun blued, it looks great and it’s original/classic. I understand why someone would want Cerakote! It is an absolutely amazing coating that is so much more advanced than any of it other coating companies in the industry, not to mention, it’s tuff as hell and look great to! And I also get why you would choose Duracoat, Polane T, or even rattle can, because it’s a little more affordable and it’s a decent coating. But for me, I just don’t understand the hydro dip, I just think if you going to test the durability of your coating, maybe you would step up your testing to show where it does fail!?
@@Kimaracustoms I clearly showed where it fails in an EDC scenario. We tested it just like we did the cerakote to show that they will both wear eventually. The point of the video, like I said clearly in the video, was not to bash cerakote. It is a great coating and we apply it everyday. The point was to answer the question that we get every day, which is how does it compare to cerakote for EDC and how does it wear.
As for salt testing, the internals of the gun are not touched during hydro dip so a slat test would be pointless. Hydro Dip is only to decorate the exterior of the gun. If people ask me for the best coating for the entire gun I tell them Cerakote because it can be applied inside and out and is salt/solvent resistant. Hydro Dip is more for people who want their gun to look cool but still have some exterior protection.
@@AllThingsFunHydrographics I apologize if I said something out of place, I really was curious how hydro dip would do. In a high salt environment, and if there was something I was missing or if it was purely an aesthetics deal. To be honest, I have never messed with the stuff (and it does look fun) I just didn’t understand it
At least with cerakote you can do a touch up with the wrap you can't you gota re wrap it ,thays not very cost effective .