I want to coatmy 1895XLR in a black matte, the entire rifle for extra protection in the harsh climates and was wondering what was available out there and who does it i am looking for top quality work . Thanks Tanoose

Grizzly Custom Guns in Columbia Falls, Montana, offers a flat black finish that is elegant. A friend had his M1895 Marlin semicustomized -- that is, barrel shortened, stock rebedded, Grizzly's custom sights, etc. Included was their finish. I have no idea of its cost outside of the conversion. It will be difficult to obtain a more attractive finish.

Hope this helps.

Have you given any thought to having the gun parkerized? I've had several of my Mausers parkerized without a bit of trouble. Not too expensive either.

I had a 788 LH 6MM duracoated for use as a pickup gun and am very pleased with the outcome. I had the barreled action, base, rings and scope all coated. It's a nice finish, completely impervious and was less than $200 total.

I think Birdsong Green T or Black T would be the ticket.
Here's a review on it along with contact info, TacOps uses them also!!!

http://www.snipercentral.com/birdsong.htm

I have heard very good things about the coating Bansners applies. Also, take a look at Robar.

Robar is expensive, but the best coating I have come across. The silver NP# finish or the black polymax coating is self lubrication and makes actions very slick and smooth. It is really great on lever actions, but rather expensive.

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black matte?

Clean your gun at the end of the day and you need not fear the harsh climate.