Camouflage Rifle Painting for Stealth 🌿🎨 | "The Asset"

[@bucksgaragepodcast]

Hey Eric! We're a KZbin podcast that took inspiration from Barrel and Hatchet and started putting episodes out! If anyone enjoys firearm-related podcasts, check out Buck's Garage Podcast. Maybe one day a collab might be in order?👀

[@barrelandhatchet]

Hey that is awesome and most defc hit us up at [e-mail]

[@AllenGuthrie]

The first rifle i painted i tried the least and its still my "best" paint job

[@TheMikeshannon]

Some of my rattle can jobs have been the simplest ones

[@Ciphered_Carbon]

Initially I was saying not another painting your rifle video. But you guys added an element of context that has really been done. So cuddos. Great video and transfer of knowledge. 👍🏾

[@barrelandhatchet]

Thanks for the support and being apart of the BHTG community

[@groberts1980]

I live in New Mexico and I've only recently gotten into painting my rifles. I've only painted one so far but plan on more. I did an FDE base coat with greens and browns as add on colors. Generally Multicam is a good pattern for my area. You'd be surprised how many greens and browns are in the desert.

[@bryanfaulkenburg462]

It still amazes me how far packs have come and the ALICE pack is still used . It is a big Ole bucket with sustainment pouches. In woodland in my area it is great.

[@barrelandhatchet]

Got love it!

[@joeycoffeeaddict2640]

Hikes in full kit are better than curls in the gym. You can’t change my mind.

[@controvercc1098]

Agreed. Curls are for the guys who overcompensate for something. I get shit from people for not wanting to look massive. It's hilarious. Cuz their weight exercises translates into zero functional use of muscles

[@barrelandhatchet]

Thanks for being apart of the community!

[@LRRPFco52]

Great video. One thing you might consider is using the textured Stone coat paint from Rustoleum as a base. Let it dry and cure with those really distinct specs before adding your color scheme. It will gum up your ejection port door spring if you don’t tape that off, or will break in with a few cyclings if you coat it. Other than that, it’s about the same for application. Texture is one of the most overlooked aspects of camouflage. Back in the early 1990s, The Unit used a lot of Bowflage on their blasters, and that matte texture was great. Only problem with Bowflage was that it wore off really fast, so I tried Stone coat on mine and it worked really well. After I did the patterning/colors, I sprayed it with matte clear as a sealant. I mainly do Cerakote with low % hardener to try to match that textured look though. For my tripods, they definitely get the Stone coat from Rustoleum as a base. I also wrap them with MC camo wrap.

[@ZombiePanda1776]

Hell yeah need that ranging video.

[@terrarecon]

This was an excellent video of more than just how to paint your rifle but a demonstration of practical application after the fact along with other tidbits. I'm a veteran with this experience, but I can always use positive reinforcement of best practices in the field.

[@Boon20]

There is something relaxing about a painting your rifle vid. Im a fan of using long grass/ vegitation and spraying with that in the way

[@barrelandhatchet]

Very nice and a classic way to get the job done

[@LessGoooSD_13]

No doubt, best overall video on this subject I've seen. Incredible boys!

[@barrelandhatchet]

Thanks so much for the love

[@kamikazelyricist1563]

Barrel & Hatchet have become my favorite go to channel. Im in Florida also and hope to get to train with you guys in the very near future! Wishing you guys success in the coming year!

[@barrelandhatchet]

Thanks so much for the love and we look forward to training with you soon

[@carlosanderson6725]

I love this channel more and more everyday. Thanks for the content and the knowledge boss!

[@dustyrhodes1655]

I don't overthink it. I use Krylon and peel off Branson stencils. Some people like other brand sprays but just do it. I even painted my AI AXSA and NF.

[@voodoolion9619]

Anybody know what scope mount is on the MK12 with the dot on top? It’s QD, pic rail top, and looks perfect for what I want 🤔

[@barrelandhatchet]

That’s from American defense manufactering

[@charlesl5226]

It’s not the best for in the field, but I wana really try and do a dish soap paint job. I have seen some crazy results from this style.

[@barrelandhatchet]

We have heard of that as well. May have to try it out sometime

[@brazzy1467]

I ordered stencils from tiny boat nation. They have all kinds of different camouflage patterns. Also the stencils are large enough to cover the entire rifle or you can cut the stencil to make a smaller one.

[@ssherm6891]

I always paint dark to light colors.

[@jaycupples4362]

I usually start with lighter green and go darker using the sponge method seems to work well. Good video 👍

[@barrelandhatchet]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@bobby4116]

Whats the brand for the ghillie wrap and boonie you share in the video? I apologize if i missed the name, thanks!

[@barrelandhatchet]

Carcajou tactical

[@TehPh1L]

I really struggle to find good references for good woodland,forrest type paint jobs. Everyone always does the light tan base code which ends being too bright for where I live. Your mk12 looks about what I’d want/need. What colors did you use on it? Looks like green brown and black

[@barrelandhatchet]

We use green brown and tan, however another dude said you can get more paint options at a hobby store. It’s little more expensive l, but we may also try that ourselves

[@SidewinderNetwork]

Great video. Can you provide the link for where you got the ballistic aides? The ranging cards and field expediency tools looked great. Im sorry if i missed it but i dont believe you gave a website to buy them. If you did, my mistake.

[@SidewinderNetwork]

Black hills designs. Sorry i missed it.

[@barrelandhatchet]

The cards will be available on our site soon, we will be putting in an order from the manufacturer after they return from shot show. The other company is sobchak security

[@CT-gx8qf]

Dont mean to come off weird but bro your face has nice smooth-looking skin. Tryna work on that myself 😂

[@barrelandhatchet]

Asian super power

[@CT-gx8qf]

@@barrelandhatchet 💪🤣 most definitely

[@danielwade7.62x51]

I use , grey , greeens , browns and tans in all my guns and gear and they seem to work well in most seasons in south cackalacky ...

[@barrelandhatchet]

Very nice, South Carolina does have a lot of different colors, to include the distinct seasons you guys have

[@JimVaught-qm6gf]

Yeah, finding it’s a lot more complicated than TX getting one to blend in really well

[@TheMikeshannon]

For stencils lay down a sheet of parchment paper and tape two layers of painters tape in opposition directions and trace out shapes. Then cut them out and you have convenient stickers I run good old rustoleum camo from walmart at $6 a can. Mask off lenses and optic adjustment stuff as needed. Start with lightest and then add darker colors as necessary Mesh bag with light strokes gets the job done though.

[@barrelandhatchet]

Thanks for those tips. Will def have to try that out

[@NATHANBROWN80]

Love this type of content! You guys are awesome! I hope I can take a class with you one day. Side note... Can you post a link for the 3D ghllie strips and the srcim strips? Thanks!

[@barrelandhatchet]

Hey thanks for the love, and you can actually grab that stuff on our website Just type in Barrelandhatchet dot com

[@NATHANBROWN80]

@@barrelandhatchet Awesome! Thanks!

[@NATHANBROWN80]

It's out of stock... whomp, whomp, whooooomp. (sad trumpet noises) LOL

[@crackshot-tv]

Man I could not make out the rifle by litterally looking for it until you got within the 7 feet mark. Great video!

[@nalgenelidtether]

How do these paints do for IR reflectivity/absorbtion under NODs? I'm looking to minimize IR signature if I'm going to be putting in the effort.

[@ShinobiHOG]

I just do the base layer in FDE with the idea that if I'm in an urban environment then it doesn't look like an AR15 at first glance and if I'm in the wilderness I will add vegetation to the light base layer.....

[@G0MERP3]

Great info!! I’ve been using loops of 550 sized bungee cord for attaching veg. It works great in conjunction with the carcajou wraps and veg

[@operatorsanonymous1741]

20:35 same with my Rosco. I've shot like 10 different match ammo loads. All sub moa.

[@barrelandhatchet]

I have never seen that from a barrel ever. We have shot tons of different match grade barrels and they had their particular taste in which match grade ammo they like. I dunno how ROSCO did it, but it’s in my opinion the best SPR barrel On the market. It’s the cheaper then the rest of the match grade barrels

[@operatorsanonymous1741]

@barrelandhatchet they habitually do it, man. I have a 13.7 with an ACOG and my SPR, which is a 16. Both do it. We have 4 more purebreds in my group, all of which also shoot like that.

[@PaulAmerican]

I only purchase two barrels, Noveski and Rosco.

[@JackManiacky]

More expensive than the Roscos, but I've had very good luck with JP barrels. They are about average weight, lighter than typical spr profiles, and shoot very well. Everything I have shot through them from vmax to 77 otms and gold dots shoots under moa. Most otms shoot between .5 and .75 5 shot groups. M193 is 1.5". That's all good, but what amazes me is there is about .25" max poi shift between any ammo, which makes it really nice if you shoot a variety of ammo.

[@phantompigeon9651]

Qustion: Will painting my rifle affect the gripiness of my foregrip or reargrip?

[@dynomitejec]

I've never painted one of my firearms I've thought of it but never brought myself to put paint on one it's so hard to decide and once it's on there it's on.

[@jmar8707]

I believe I saw it at the 3:37 mark

[@BigDaddy-jo8ig]

That thing don't take in consideration for powder burn rate for hot and cold temperatures lol you will learn more about that as you go along

[@1256kjvghig]

Great video I liked all the different segments of it.

[@RichardClark-hw6ic]

Eric and Roy. Thank you for doing this. I think on multiple videos and shorts, I requested this topic. Thank you!!!

[@barrelandhatchet]

Our pleasure! And thanks for being apart of the community. We listen to our community

[@Bertg1982]

If I take a hunter orange rifle and put it behind a bush it won’t be visible either lol

[@josephkuser3998]

Where are you guys located ? Do you train at a facility there or do you travel?

[@nathanieldiazrua]

Love that boonie hat on 0:21 Can you guys do a video on it (what hat that is and how to make those mods to the original hat)?

[@Stanny936]

Algy

[@J.Young808]

4:12 I can see it here. Not sure if real life I could see it further away.

[@cartersm2425]

Where can I find that scrim?

[@barrelandhatchet]

Military surplus stores usually have them. The Amazon version is terrible

[@Ruby_Sterling]

The paint job can be random and still pretty

[@NavySooner]

Never had any issues with buffer tube being painted

[@kyledanger45]

Yeah, if you have an issue you used too much paint and or didn't let it dry enough.

[@JackManiacky]

Testors Dullcote is a really flat clear. You can expand your color selection and use satin colors instead of just the camo paints, then flatten them out with the dullcote. That's my tip.

[@barrelandhatchet]

That’s is legit, where did you get it at? Hobby lobby?

[@JackManiacky]

@@barrelandhatchet hobby lobby or model shops. Amazon has it, too. I usually spray a regular spray clear first. The dullcote is a lacquer and has strong solvents. It's best to mist it on thin.

[@knewsome69]

Like The Studio. Replace the cup-of-soup with a hatchet or Bible or something.

[@barrelandhatchet]

Hahaha wilco

[@joshm3297]

These woods are like Pandora to a midwest boy lol

[@michaelnedelcu23]

Where did you get the ghillie wrap from?

[@bedlamguitar86]

4:16

[@ReticentIndignation]

This video was much appreciated. That AAC ammo is good, pretty accurate. I do like those Rosco Barrels as well, although I have the 13.7 stainless 223 wylde. I'd love to try that SPR barrel.

[@RobotPanda15]

Urban areas/suburbs - a touch of grey is a nice thing to have. Especially in more suburban areas where you have a good mixture of tree/grass coverage, rock gardens, houses, etc. In city environments, blend your rifle more to what you wear, not necessarily the environment.

[@SixOFord]

Was that a holosun or vortex dot on top of your rifle ?

[@ShepherdOfTheSilkies]

Paint with different brands. My main 4 are alumahyde FDE base, then I use rustolum green, krylon stage and tractor supply green. Contrasts well under NODs, looks natural in all light even partly maintains the pattern under thermal too when cool. My base is pretty light tan like multicam thin/short tiger stripe, that way when I veg the gun it has good micro camo

[@riu.1180]

Tiger stripe is always sexy on a rifle. I was using masking tape cut by a razor into shape, but I just used the Dish Soap Stripes method and it looks pretty awesome too.

[@John_439]

Painted my first rifle a year ago copying a gwat Era style with a little extra green and it works pretty well in my area. That rifle is wearing in beautifully and has been my favorite to run since then. I will say I don't even tape over all of that stuff mostly CH and muzzle device. For anyone interested in longterm wear magpul plastic holds onto paint better than bcm plastic. Not sure what the difference is but my bcm furniture wears much faster than the magpul stuff once painted.

[@RBVFYT]

More videos with Eric 🙏 would love a military/gun aspect to the channel

[@lawdawg02actual]

First off great video and tips. Thank you. You are correct about being able to learn different tips and tricks for your toolbox by watching how other people paint their guns. I’ve painted many guns, but over time I’ve learned that I like a combination of freehand and homemade “stencils.” I live in an area that is very green during spring and summer and brown during fall and winter with some greens remaining. I see people painting “leaves” using natural vegetation but they start with a light color like tan. I start with a gradient of different greens and the come back with the tans and browns so the “leaves” are actually green. Then I mist in different places where it needs to be lighter or darker with the appropriate color(s). As far as stencils, I use a combination of layers of ghillie string and jute and a technique I picked up right here on KZbin using Elmer’s glue. I don’t use an airbrush like in the video but I do layers using the glue stencil. Here’s the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHuxg3qobNdojbssi=HPvhFafeu35uVne1

[@AllThingsLoud_]

I just painted mine to be pretty😂

[@joshjohnson1653]

Just painted my first set of rifles. I went with kryptek. Sounds crazy but the fog spray as the top layer made it work with the contrasting color!

[@Coffeenerdtools]

Please do a video on ranging 👍🏼

[@jaimerodriguez2584]

Keep up the good work!

[@keithheinz1724]

Huh nice that's some expert camouflage

[@christos1698]

love the pixels

[@joelcronce1399]

👩‍🎨👩‍🎨

[@jw5297]

How s Roy doing?

[@barrelandhatchet]

Roy is doing good. We actually will be recording. Our first video of the year together today

[@jw5297]

@@barrelandhatchet got some questions about the membership, gonna email y'all now

[@Jake-oz8ln]

@barrelandhatchet What is your preferred optic for a 14.5?

[@barrelandhatchet]

Right now it’s a NX8 1-8 Nightforce

[@brazzy1467]

Oh and I use bicycle inner tubes instead of rubber bands. And they last a lot longer than rubber bands or hair ties.

[@barrelandhatchet]

That’s a good idea we will try that next

[@joshjohnson1653]

Are there any shorts or videos for painting gear coming?

[@barrelandhatchet]

Yea May be we can do some

[@CallofWar5]

Is there anyone putting out videos on mission command, planning, and leadership?

[@CheekRunner]

youtube.com/@S2Underground?si=Nmlx1EHmsKoas-Og

[@RichardClark-hw6ic]

Yes, look up Trenchgrenade

[@appalachianbandit2528]

Awesome video!

[@barrelandhatchet]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@ricardoguzman7593]

@dirtycivilian🤙🏼