How to hydro dip a gun slide?

If you want to hydro dip your gun slide for enhanced corrosion resistance, you need to find a reputable gunsmith shop that can do it. The gunsmith shop will need to dismantle the gun slide to expose the internal parts for hydro dipping. The gunsmith will then need to dip the slide in the tank of the hydro dip solution and let it sit for a minute or two. Once dry, the gunsmith will need to reassemble the gun slide and test it for corrosion resistance.

How to hydro dip a gun slide steel?

The cold dip process does not affect the durability of the gunsmith-applied coating . However, gunsmith-applied finishes are not guaranteed against corrosion or chemical degradation from the environment. It is highly recommended that the slide be coated with a corrosion-resistant coating after hydro dipping.

How to hydro dip a gun slide stainless steel?

When buying a used gun, you can check the serial number and see if it has been hydro-dipped. It’s a good idea to hydro dip gun slides made of stainless steel because it helps prevent corrosion. Otherwise, the gun slide might start to corrode over time. In any case, you can hydro dip gun slides yourself at home or in a machine shop. Using the right chemicals and dip process is essential for a properly hydro-dipped gun slide.

How to hydro dip a gun slide with epoxy?

For this process, you will need to buy epoxy gun slide dip tanks, which are basically small tanks that can be filled with epoxy. Once the epoxy is cured, it will fill the gun slide grooves and make the slide feel silky smooth. You will be able to see the epoxy filling the grooves in the slide, after which you will need to let the epoxy cure for a few hours.

How to hydro dip a gun slide with enamel?

Gunsmiths and gun owners sometimes like to enamel the metal parts of their gun including the slide. There are several different ways to do this. You can use the actual gunsmithing equipment and do it in a machine shop or you can do it in the comfort of your home. The method you choose will depend on your level of expertise and the type of gun you have. If you don’t have experience with this process you will probably want to do the machine shop route.