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  1. 19-06-2018, 10:14 PM #1
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    Theoben rapid block

    Hi all i have just got an early theoben rapid 7 mk1 it's a lovely thing but the finish on the block has seen better days and I would like it re done i think they are anodized does anyone know where to have this done many thanks
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    Anodizing is much the same process as chroming so look for a local chrome platters.
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    Theres a place in Basildon called 'action electroplating' Ive used them and their work is good, never had a block done though as the old stuff has to be dipped/stripped, then polished as any marks show up like a sore thumb


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    or get RichardH to cerakote it...

    www.cerakoteguncoatings.com
    Always looking for any cheap, interesting, knackered "project" guns. Thanks, JB.
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    I have been reading that re anodising can really damage the block and mess up the tolerances is this true and is the an alternative finish I can have on the block many thanks
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    Quote Originally Posted by airgun View Post
    I have been reading that re anodising can really damage the block and mess up the tolerances is this true and is the an alternative finish I can have on the block many thanks
    A mate of mine spoke with Theoben when they were still in business and this is indeed what he was told by them. I would go down the route of an alternative finish.

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    Quote Originally Posted by airgun View Post
    I have been reading that re anodising can really damage the block and mess up the tolerances is this true and is the an alternative finish I can have on the block many thanks
    Anodising will dimensionally change the part, Cerakote will only dimensionally change the externals

    I do both and Cerakote would be much better for a Rapid block
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    Quote Originally Posted by Shed tuner View Post
    or get RichardH to cerakote it...

    www.cerakoteguncoatings.com
    Is this in America
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    Quote Originally Posted by airgun View Post
    Is this in America
    close.. Northampton...

    But the paint comes from the US
    Always looking for any cheap, interesting, knackered "project" guns. Thanks, JB.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Shed tuner View Post
    or get RichardH to cerakote it...

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    Is this in America
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    Has anyone does a alternative finish on their actions
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    Quote Originally Posted by airgun View Post
    Is this in America
    As previously mentioned the paint itself is American but there are a number of places in the UK that use this coating that you can take your rifle/parts to be done.

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