Covering Slide Engraving Before Cerakote

Squaregrouper · Jun 2, 2018

I am considering doing a P80 build in a 19/23/32 frame and chamber it in .357 Sig. I have a line on some really inexpensive trade in Glock 23's in PA. A PA buddy is willing to buy one and sell me everything except the frame. This purchase would be significantly cheaper than buying used parts and would include magazines.

Here is the catch...
I want to cover the Glock logo and model info on the slide and have it cerakoted- leaving it as a generic slide. I thought of using JB Weld and immediately scraping off the excess. Once dry, sanding it perfectly smooth before having it coated.
Do I have to be concerned with galvanic corrosion from the metal in JB Weld? Is there another product that would be a better choice?

inkd · Jun 2, 2018

squaregrouper said:
I am considering doing a P80 build in a 19/23/32 frame and chamber it in .357 Sig. I have a line on some really inexpensive trade in Glock 23's in PA. A PA buddy is willing to buy one and sell me everything except the frame. This purchase would be significantly cheaper than buying used parts and would include magazines.

Here is the catch...
I want to cover the Glock logo and model info on the slide and have it cerakoted- leaving it as a generic slide. I thought of using JB Weld and immediately scraping off the excess. Once dry, sanding it perfectly smooth before having it coated.
Do I have to be concerned with galvanic corrosion from the metal in JB Weld? Is there another product that would be a better choice?

I would check out a place that has a laser engraver and see if they can remove it that way.

teratos · Jun 2, 2018

What about just sanding it off? Shouldn't affect the integrity of the slide.

Squaregrouper · Jun 2, 2018

inkd said:
I would check out a place that has a laser engraver and see if they can remove it that way.

teratos said:
What about just sanding it off? Shouldn't affect the integrity of the slide.

Not worried about going too deep?

inkd · Jun 2, 2018

squaregrouper said:
Not worried about going too deep?

I wouldn't think so. Cocking serrations are cut pretty deep as well. If you are on the book of faces, contact San Antonio Laser Engraving and ask them. I've dealt with them and they are great folks.

Alea Jacta Est · Jun 2, 2018

squaregrouper said:
Not worried about going too deep?

We hear that’s not a problem at your house BIG fella...

Squaregrouper · Jun 2, 2018

squaregrouper said:
Not worried about going too deep?

Nnztg8r said:
We hear that’s not a problem at your house BIG fella...

My sick mind caught that right after hitting "submit reply".
I almost followed up with "That's what she said".

Alea Jacta Est · Jun 2, 2018

Typical MDS

Don’t have anything of value to add, jump in and be a smartarse.

Seriously though, I don’t believe sanding would reduce the integrity of the slide. Hell, you might even get some pattern sanded or lasered in.

teratos · Jun 2, 2018

PHP:

squaregrouper said:
Not worried about going too deep?

That's what she said...... :lol2:

I wouldn't think so. There is plenty of metal on a glock slide. Look at all the cuts people put on a slide to lighten them. They take darn near half the metal off.

outrider58 · Jun 2, 2018

Much goodness in this thread...

I say J/B Weld and grind the excess away with the Dremel.

It's the only way to be sure...

Alea Jacta Est · Jun 2, 2018

Buff that thang. Buff that thang. See how good you can buff that thang.

Wax on...whacks off.

Y’all know the drill.

ohen cepel · Jun 2, 2018

Not trying to harsh your mellow but why remove the markings? Will take time/cost and may not work well while likely reducing the value of the slide if you opt to sell it down the road.

Again, your stuff, rock on. Wondering if I'm missing a good idea I guess.

I have seen people remove importer's marks which I am very interested in! Not to defraud a collector but just since I hate the billboards!

Squaregrouper · Jun 2, 2018

ohen cepel said:
Not trying to harsh your mellow but why remove the markings? Will take time/cost and may not work well while likely reducing the value of the slide if you opt to sell it down the road.

Again, your stuff, rock on. Wondering if I'm missing a good idea I guess.

I have seen people remove importer's marks which I am very interested in! Not to defraud a collector but just since I hate the billboards!

The slide with be from a Glock 23, but nothing else will. Plus, it will be from an 80%, so selling it will be highly unlikely.

teratos · Jun 2, 2018

squaregrouper said:
The slide with be from a Glock 23, but nothing else will. Plus, it will be from an 80%, so selling it will be highly unlikely.

People will see "Glock 23" and make certain assumptions about you.....

Alea Jacta Est · Jun 2, 2018

teratos said:
People will see "Glock 23" and make certain assumptions about you.....

Appendix carry time!!!

BradMacc82 · Jun 2, 2018

I figured you'd go for a G31. I have a 32 on a P80 19 frame, and a 31 on v2 17 frame. So if you want to compare the 'fit', you're welcome to.

The 32 is my favorite, it's about the ideal proportions (IMO).

outrider58 · Jun 2, 2018

BradMacc82 said:
I figured you'd go for a G31. I have a 32 on a P80 19 frame, and a 31 on v2 17 frame. So if you want to compare the 'fit', you're welcome to.

The 32 is my favorite, it's about the ideal proportions (IMO).

I think I see a trip to smd this year, at some point... :innocent0

Squaregrouper · Jun 2, 2018

I have USPc .357Sig seller's remorse. I sold it to "upgrade" to a VP9.
If I make my own G32, I will feel as though my penis is partially restored. Sadly, I will still be a dirty Glock owner.

I feel really dirty and need to take another shower.

outrider58 · Jun 2, 2018

squaregrouper said:
I have USPc .357Sig seller's remorse. I sold it to "upgrade" to a VP9.
If I make my own G32, I will feel as though my penis is partially restored. Sadly, I will still be a dirty Glock owner.

I feel really dirty and need to take another shower.

Showers can be golden at times(figuratively speaking...).

BradMacc82 · Jun 2, 2018

Yeah, you're going to need to make a 32 AND a 31 to atone for selling off a USPc in 357SIG...

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