Response directly from ADM:
In response to your question on the ADM type III hard coat and use of Cerakote and hydro dipping. Cerakote is a standard option on our rifle and receives, we also send sets out for special hydro-dip coating. All the parts get the standard type III hard coat so they still have the surface hardening advantage. In preparation for coating they are given a light bead blasting and chemical cleaning to prep the surface for coating while retaining the surface hard coat.
Thanks for the inquiry.
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