Removing Hydrodip

[fhpdo]

Wasn't sure where to post this . I have a Glock 27 that was hydrodipped and I am wondering if there is an easy way to remove the hydrodipping without damaging the plastic frame. This gun has the OD frame and I would like to take it back to that . I know the slide is an easy fix but I was wondering about possibly soda blasting the frame. If you guys have any reccommendations on a local sand/soda blaster please feel free to suggest someone.
Thanks
John

 

[M.O.A.]

Soda blasting is about the only option aside from a gel paint stripper and a stiff bristle brush. Either option will alter the finish on the frame though. I have had mixed success with both methods.

 

[TennJeep1618]

The only ways I've heard of for removing hydrodip on polymer is soda blasting or using a plastic safe stripper such as Eastwood Gel Paint Stripper. Regardless, always test on a hidden area.

 

[TraderDan]

can you be sure the OD was origional or just cerakoted before the dip?

 

[fhpdo]

M.O.A . when you say "alter' the frame ... how bad , and what does it do?

 

[fhpdo]

Trader Dan the OD appears to be original. All the innards and nooks and crannies are OD.

 

[M.O.A.]

The finish will never look like it did from the factory. The ones I tried wound up with a frosted look. Wound up Ceracoating them. I kinda like the digital Camo finish though.

 

[fhpdo]

How does the cerakote hold up .... I am worried about the hydrodip holding up if I carry it.

 

[fhpdo]

I might look at just refinishing just the slide , maybe in coyote or black. I kinda like that idea,

 

[M.O.A.]

I have a Glock 17 that's been through everything from Snapper trips to the hunting camp and still looks good.. If properly applied its every bit as durable as a factory finish. In some cases better. Same for Duracoat.

 

[TraderDan]

The only real problems I had with cerakote was wearing on sharp edges, BUT prob alot to do with how you use it too. I carried mine in console and it got slid around abit, also kydex holster seem to wear edges.

 

[M.O.A.]

The only real problems I had with cerakote was wearing on sharp edges, BUT prob alot to do with how you use it too. I carried mine in console and it got slid around abit, also kydex holster seem to wear edges.

Most people that do ceracoat don't take time to shoot a second coat on high wear surfaces.

 

[Gunslinger816]

One of my shift mates does the duracoat finishes..looks awesome and holds up great. He's got a personal AR and he did a glock that he carries on duty, and both have held up flawlessly. If anyone wants his info, PM me