The ultimate Sigma picture thread thingy!

[backwoodzboy]

Has anyone thought about duracoat or guncoat? I bet that would be some really cool ideas, like an olive drab slide with either black or brown frame?

 

[MDLNB]

I am an older fella so I have been around and seen quite a few things all over the world. That said, I remember back in the late 70' and 80's while in LE it was drilled into us that you hold the flash light away from your body so that the BG doesn't shoot you while targeting the light. Let's face it, if someone is waving around a flashlight in the dark, the only target you have is the light. Now, every TV show or movie shows flashlights attached to the pistol or carbine. Perhaps it is so that you have a free hand? Personally, I see pretty good in the dark, even at my age. Light ruins the night vision and gives one a sense of tunnel vision.

Just my thoughts on flashlights being attached to the pistol. I guess it does help one by not having to search for a flashlight. And, I guess you really don't have to use it.

Am I just old fashioned and out of date, or is there a good theory attached to having a lit target on you by attaching it to your pistol? If I was going to be shooting at someone in the dark and they presented me with a beam of light, I would be shooting toward the light, hoping to hit center of mass BEHIND the light.

Like I said, these are just ramblings of from a senior. I am not attempting to start an argument. I was just commenting after seeing some of these really nice photos of pistol mods and accessories.

 

[marson3erk]

i think the idea behind the flashlight is that the newer LED models provide so many lumens, that when used correctly they blind and provide a distraction. i dnt know about you but if youve ever looked into a LED before just a single one is enough to blind, now imagine that times 10 or 20. thats just what ive experienced.

 

[backwoodzboy]

I see both points here, so if we keep our flashlights away from our bodys we can still blind them and have the element of suprise.

 

[marson3erk]

hey backwoodz ive been considering duracoat for a while now. they have a huge selection of colors that really gets my gears turning, i got tons of idea for custom paint jobs.

 

[backwoodzboy]

I have a friend that has a wilson combat 1911, and it is two toned, and looks really sexy. That what I was thinking, that these Sigmas would look good too. I think the frame can be painted too right?

 

[dondavis3]

I have a friend that has a wilson combat 1911, and it is two toned, and looks really sexy. That what I was thinking, that these Sigmas would look good too. I think the frame can be painted too right?

Contact Mary at CCR - they can do it for you.


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Their work is astounding

 

[marson3erk]

you can paint the frame. duracoat is epoxy based so as long as you prep it correctly(600 grit thoroughly + red scuff pad) and a very good degreaser it will last the life of the gun.

 

[alpine25]

stipled

not as good as yours but its feels nice in the hand

 

[Knightrider03m]

Newest pictures.

 

[TDR911]

backwoodzboy
I have used duracoat and like it very well. Great quality product , good durability, but I have also used and feel cerakote is superior product. In a comparason Cerakote is slightly harder & will wear slightly longer than Duracoat. IMO I still use both. Just depends on the color and the project.

 

[russp1]

Here's our Sigma 9 and the rest of our toys.

 

[MDLNB]

What did you use on your slide? Did you bake it? Did you remove the sights before painting the slide?

I was thinking of having my slide black chromed. I want it black but I also want something that is durable. Most places want too much to do it. I can buy a OEM S&W stock black slide for the amount it would cost me to send it out to be done. I might consider painting the slide, IF I am assured that it would hold up.

 

[SocialD]

What did you use on your slide? Did you bake it? Did you remove the sights before painting the slide?

I was thinking of having my slide black chromed. I want it black but I also want something that is durable. Most places want too much to do it. I can buy a OEM S&W stock black slide for the amount it would cost me to send it out to be done. I might consider painting the slide, IF I am assured that it would hold up.

I suggest semi-gloss Moly Resin if you just want to black the slide. It just about matches the frame perfectly. Plus, it is supposed to be quite durable. I have done mine, but I haven't used it enough to comment on the durability.

 

[MDLNB]

Thanks. If you think about it, give us an update on how it holds up. I am interested.

 

[Dutchie_in_Mobile]

I'll take it (if it's still available....)

Guys, I just got my bianchi holster with a thumb break size number 13. That thing fits my gun like a glove. Now i'm donating my blackhawk holster to be the next victim in weapon retention after I found out how poor those blackhawk work

Hi Markus88,

I know this is a fairly old post but if you still have that holster available, I'll take it off your hands....
I just got my Sigma 9mm last Friday, but took it to the range immediately on my way home and put 50 rounds though it.......
Wow! I love this gun already.
Anyway, since it is so new I haven't gotten a holster yet for it. So, IF you still have it let me know and I am sure we can work something out....

Thanks, Eric

 

[El Fumador]

Enjoying a Valentines Day cigar. (La Aroma De Cuba, Mi Amor)

 

[Afrancis]

My AF 9mm.

 

[HspncElvis]

Very nice!

 

[HspncElvis]

My new HK-1 Fobus Paddle Holster

And some new Personal Protection Ammo.