Material differences and bedding compound for rifles

[Skedaddle Shooter]

Does the surface finish of epoxy really matter?

Yes it does

 

[LVLAaron]

I don't claim to know much, but you might have a problem you need to look into with that one.

 

[Edd]

What type of release agent are you using?

I have used two kinds. Johnsons paste wax and McLube 1700L aerosol.

 

[kawsam62s]

Woooooooooooooooooow!!

 

[clowdis]

I haven't used this, but I understand that the liquid Devcon cures with a gloss finish. I have heard that you can paint on a coat of liquid Devcon and then bed as normal with the 10110. When everything dries you should have a glossy finish. Personally I've never seen the need for it but my tastes aren't always in line with other people's. The Brownells bedding compound dries with a fairly glossy finish.

 

[Edd]

I haven't used this, but I understand that the liquid Devcon cures with a gloss finish. I have heard that you can paint on a coat of liquid Devcon and then bed as normal with the 10110. When everything dries you should have a glossy finish. Personally I've never seen the need for it but my tastes aren't always in line with other people's. The Brownells bedding compound dries with a fairly glossy finish.

I have used Devcon liquid aluminum and liquid steel. You can get a nice finish with either of them. If the metal in the liquid was non magnetic stainless steel, it would probably be my favorite stuff.

 

[Judd]

I really liked Devcon 10110 but they got way too proud of it. I started using ProBed and I won’t be going back…I wish it was just slightly thicker, like Devcon, but that’s my only complaint. I don’t really want to get into mixing stuff to thicken it. I use Kiwi shoe polish but considering trying ProBed’s release agent. You get a great looking bedding job:

 

[Alex Wheeler]

Does the surface finish of epoxy really matter?

Yes, it gives the owner confidence. One of my customers explained to me that when it looks perfect he doesn't have doubts when he goes to the line. While looking perfect and being perfect are two different things, its possible to do both. Its part of the mental game.

 

[6BRA]

my first bed job...sav 12....don't feel so bad. KIWI...shoe polish. LOL
marine-tex

 

[tobnpr]

Does the surface finish of epoxy really matter?

Nope.
Just like small voids...as long as it does the (stress free) job of preventing the receiver from moving under recoil cosmetics are irrelevant. Kinda like those that spend hours polishing their shiiiny brass until they could shave in the reflection...

 

[LVLAaron]

Yes, it gives the owner confidence. One of my customers explained to me that when it looks perfect he doesn't have doubts when he goes to the line. While looking perfect and being perfect are two different things, its possible to do both. Its part of the mental game.

Then they'll just think they should have glued it...

 

[AlNyhus]

my first bed job...sav 12....don't feel so bad. KIWI...shoe polish. LOL
marine-tex

Tough to get a perfect finish when the receiver has the finish of a vinyl L.P. record. But that shouldn't cause you too much gas. You should give some thought to the stamping on the bottom of the front receiver ring. -Al

 

[gamc]

Ram 225 mold release is what USMC PWS used for years
You can order at Associated Industries,Wichita KS
I am using the aerosol cans
Good stuff

 

[J.J. Coe]

So that begs for the question of what is the best release agent I’ve seen shoe polish car wax Pam cooking spray Hornady one shot and I believe Brownells sells a spray on release agent
I am working on this to get a better finish on my bedding!

this right here's pretty good.....no silicone or fillers. 22 bucks on ebay

 

[tobnpr]

Yes it does

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Looks like no release agent then heat to soften/remove?

 

[big5ifty]

Is there a difference in application that produces a smoother finish or is it the product being used?

The bedding compound just mirrors what it's in contact with.

 

[big5ifty]

So that begs for the question of what is the best release agent..

The best one you can get the smoothest after application.

It doesn't have to be dripping with release agent, a very thin coat works.

 

[skeetlee]

the honey wax release agent pictured above always gives me the best appearance I wont use anything other than!

 

[LVLAaron]

I'm in for a can. Will give it a shot!