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IcemanUSA · 11-17-2013, 07:59 PM

Color filled my M&P 15-22. I chose to use the Enamel Paint route for durability and longevity. To many that have this question: (YES), it is safe to use either (paint thinner) or (mineral spirits) on the polymer. I used the Testors Enamel red and white paint, and the Testors Enamel Thinner. I believe I perfected the process of painting the etching.

Once you are done however, to many people the polymer can appear cloudy or hazy where you were applying the thinner. I believe the hazing is not the polymer "drying" out, but otherwise it is the residue left behind after the thinner has dried. To solve this I simply used Hoppes Oil/Lubricant(pronounced Hoppies) believe it or not to remove the hazing. Note: Do not use Hoppes No. 9 solvent on the area, it is a solvent and it will remove paint.

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