How do they get that life like camo pattern on my gun???

[redneckmedic]

It's called hydrographics.
Here is the basic process, very cool.



[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzL-2zoMEtE&feature=related]YouTube - Oregon Hydrographics Extra[/ame]

[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9yXiVk96U00&feature=related]YouTube - Water transfer imaging[/ame]

I don't know why that second vid had the funeral home music, weird.
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[littletommy]

I saw that on an episode of, of all things, "how it's made". Very cool process, one I'd like to actually see in person.

 

[t413]

Interesting vids.
Thanks for sharing.

 

[printcraft]

I saw that on an episode of, of all things, "how it's made". Very cool process, one I'd like to actually see in person.

Yes, I would like to see the mechanics involved as well, I can't figure
out if the pattern material is liquefied then how does the pattern hold
up to the irregular shapes without distortion? Seems like an easier
job with camo but a pattern like carbon fiber could be a p.i.a. due to stretching, running????

 

[HandK]

That is cool how they do that, I just cant imagine the conversation on getting someone to do that to their gun the first time!!

 

[lazarus0213]

there is a fella in franklin that does this and I have sooooo badly wanted to watch it be done just fof my own sake of understanding it better

 

[Marc]

i saw that done on a bike on an episode of occ, then one of the guys decided to dip his hand.

 

[a5-50]

there is a fella in franklin that does this and I have sooooo badly wanted to watch it be done just fof my own sake of understanding it better

He did an AR-10 for me. It looks great. You may have seen it at his table at the 1500

 

[lazarus0213]

I have and I talk to him every show. I am so on the fence of doing it myself in duracoat or having him do a few?

 

[redneckmedic]

He did an AR-10 for me. It looks great. You may have seen it at his table at the 1500

I have and I talk to him every show. I am so on the fence of doing it myself in duracoat or having him do a few?

What is the price menu for something like this, do yal know?

 

[FordMan08]

there is a fella in franklin that does this and I have sooooo badly wanted to watch it be done just fof my own sake of understanding it better

yep, summit3dgraphics....... HOME - Hydrographics / Water Transfer Printing / Cubic Printing

 

[Ricnzak]

Yes, I would like to see the mechanics involved as well, I can't figure
out if the pattern material is liquefied then how does the pattern hold
up to the irregular shapes without distortion? Seems like an easier
job with camo but a pattern like carbon fiber could be a p.i.a. due to stretching, running????

They have a picture of a computer mouse that they did in carbon fiber on the website and it looks perfect.

 

[Deadly Z Driver]

They have a picture of a computer mouse that they did in carbon fiber on the website and it looks perfect.

They have many sample items including the mouse in the office. I asked him about what it cost to have done ,and don't take this as an exact quote or anything. He said for a rifle about 150 for the whole gun and if you just do the hand guard and buttstock about 80 again this is not an exact quote don't take this to him and tell him that is what you want to pay or anything like that.

 

[redneckmedic]

What is the price menu for something like this, do yal know?

Gun Stocks and Parts
Whole Rifle / Shotgun 150.00
with scope 185.00
*******WE HAVE RECEIVED OUR FFL*************
Single Piece Gunstock ( Ruger 10/22, Remington 700, etc) 85.00
2 Piece Gunstock ( Mossberg 500, Remington 870, etc) 85.00
Stock, Handguard, Grip ( AR-15, AK-47 type, etc) 95.00
Pistol Slide 40.00
Pistol Grips 25.00
Pistol Frame 60.00​

Complete Pistol 110.00
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Scopes (Must sign waiver due to possible water leakage) 40.00
Bows, Limbs and Risers
Compound Bows(disassembled) 120.00
Prep Fee(Camo Tape Removal, etc.) 30.00
Automotive/Motorcycles
Valve Covers single 85.00
pair 150.00
Air Breathers 85.00
Other Engine Compartment Components by Quote
Other Interior Automotive Pieces by Quote
All Motorcycle Items will be by Quote
Misc.
Video Game Controllers/Systems Controllers 2 / 35.00
Systems 40.00
Knife( Blade, Handle or Both) 20.00
Flashlight 20.00
Kydex Holsters( Pistol, Knife or Flashlight) 25.00
Helmets( Motorcycle, Welding, etc) 45.00 & up
Call or email for price quote on other items. All prices base on standard colors. Custom colors available for an extra fee. Prices do not include return shipping charges. Call or email for details.​

 

[Chaplain161]

Jeff Feaster from Summit 3D Graphics in Franklin, IN is the guy at the Indy1500. He did a few AR-15's for me. One was done in carbon fiber and another in a straight wood grain. They look awesome. He is not limited to guns. He can apply a print of your choice to anything that can be dipped in water. I've seen him do engine parts, interior parts, motorcycle part, including tanks, fenders, ect... Helmets, game controls, it's unlimited what he can do. HOME - Hydrographics / Water Transfer Printing / Cubic Printing

 

[zoglog]

They even have the zombie/skull camo! I remember watching it on Modern Marvels Camouflage, and think it is awesome, but I do not understand how it works, it must be a miracle!

 

[38special]

Very interesting - I needa get one of those machines!

 

[Greg.B]

Here in the SW part of the state, we have Midwest Hydrographics located in Evansville. They do an awesome job from what I've been told, and the prices are reasonable. I'll find out first hand in a week or two...I've got a couple of items I'm going to have them do.