Cerakoted Optics

You got yourself a wicked new rifle, and now you want the scope to match. You found us on Google. What's next? Here you go—we do this all the time :)

NOTICE ON CERAKOTED SCOPES:
DUE TO HIGH DEMAND, TURNAROUND TIME IS 6 WEEKS.
Sorry guys, no rush service is available.

Step 1: The Optic

You can do this two ways:
1. We coat your optic. (See Pricing and Out-of-Towners for details.)
2. Purchase an optic through us and have it coated.

We offer discounts on Cerakote for optics purchased through us. Our optic prices are pretty much the same as everyone else's, so you generally end up dollars ahead.
Email us for a quote, or check our online store. Many items are there, but not everything—so do ask if you don't see your choice.
Sorry, we rarely have them in stock already coated.

For scope Cerakote options and questions, continue reading below.

Step 2: The Mounts

Same two basic choices--ours or yours.

Yours: Send them in with your scope. One set of mounts or accessory is included with your "Out the Door" price. Yes, if you bought the Browning ones, send in the screws and we'll coat them. (Note: Picatinny rails are a little extra—see pricing.)
Ours: We stock a full line of Leupold and Talley/Browning mounts. Our prices are 1/3 less than color matched mounts we've seen anywhere else. If you need mounts, let us know that and the make/caliber of your rifle. We'll size them with the manufacturer for your setup, and Cerakote to match for one low price.

Step 3: Other Stuff

Flip-up covers, sunshades, sling swivels, leveling rings, bipods, rails, magazines & anything else you want to match: same deal—yours or ours.

Yours: Send them in and we'll Cerakote to match. See pricing.
Ours: Many of these accessories won't appear in our online store—just let us know and we'll get you info.

Options: Color

Let us know one of two things:

Color you want or
What you are trying to match

That's it, easy enough.

Options: Engraving

"Standard Engraving" means engraving the numbers on the power dial by the eyepiece, and other small lines and hashmarks for alignment. On most optics, these are laser etched in a color (usually white) and as the etching isn't very deep, they are hard to see after Cerakoting. Engraving allows us to Cerakote more of optic. Note there may still be areas that will have to be taped off and remain black (turret dials, for example—too fine to engrave reliably.) See pics below for examples.
Engraving is all done by hand, and takes time. This option carries an additional charge, and usually means your optic will take the full six weeks to complete.

Standard Engraving: The numbers on the power dial and the alignment dot on top are easy to see. Note turret dials remain black.

No Engraving: Power dial is taped off and remains black in the number area as shown. The opposite side of the dial without numbers is coated.

Is the finish guaranteed?

We guarantee our work. Forever. We test each piece before it leaves, and if problems develop for any reason, we will re-do it at our own expense including shipping. Understand that while H-Series Cerakote will hold up to hard use, it is not magic. You will see wear over time in the same places that you would see wear on any finish, and sharp edges or hard impacts may damage it.

Will it change the function of my optic in any way?

Nope, not at all.

Will it void the manufacturer's warranty?

Obviously, we are not your manufacturer and cannot speak for them. However, every one we have spoken to including Leupold, Sig Sauer, and Vortex has told us that as long as a problem is not a direct result of the Cerakote process (spray on the lens, for example) it does not affect the warranty. If you have concerns, please contact your manufacturer directly.

How do I care for my Cerakoted optic?

The same way you did before it was Cerakoted. It requires no special care.

What brands can be Cerakoted?

Mmmm, all of them we think. At least, we haven't found any yet that can't be. We've Cerakoted so far: Leupold, Zeiss, Swarovski, Steiner, Sig Sauer, Nikon, Vortex, Nightforce and Burris. Each brand is a little different, and on some there will parts that can't be coated--for example, rubberized eyepieces. In those cases, we simply tape off what can't be coated and leave it black. We've started taking pictures as we do other brands, and eventually will have a gallery of various brands. For now, you'll have to use your imagination :)

We've tried to cover the most common questions here. If you have others, feel free to ask! For quickest response, shoot us an email.service@gibbsgun.com

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