The colors are not painted on the surface, but are molded into the stock for durability when used in extreme environments. McMillan Uses Molded-In Colors to create a Unique Camouflage FinishĮleven basic camouflage patterns are standard order items. Solid molded in colored stocks are not available from McMillan. The colors on the right are used to create molded-in swirled marble and camo finishes. However, you may opt to have us paint the stock at our regular price. Marble stocks may not be returned because of dissatisfaction with the color. Also, colors will change shades somewhat due to the mixing of colors while the swirling is done. Specific vertical or horizontal patterns are not possible.
Because marbling is created in the mold under pressure, patterns are random and not controllable. Note that a marble finish can be used as an effective camouflage pattern when using olive green, black, gray and other common camo colors.Įach finish is done by hand and it is impossible to duplicate any particular marble pattern. Virtually any color combination is possible and some color combinations are inherently more pleasing than others. The most popular marble finishes are shown here. No two stocks are ever made alike as the marbling action is totally random in occurence. Literally thousands of different patterns can be created, including any you see on our website. McMillan pioneered this finish, which has become a familiar hallmark of our brand.Ĭhoose any 2 or 3 of the molded in colors to create a unique swirled marble pattern finish for your custom stock. The result is a beautiful effect that is unique to your stock. Marbled colors offer the best choice for creating a finished look with a molded-in color.Ī marble finish is created by swirling two or three different colors into the surface of the stock. Solid colors, especially darker ones, produce the greatest challenge, whereas the camouflage patterns tend to look better because the various colors and shapes hide imperfections. However, we are limited in what can be accomplished with molded-in colors. We do our best to make your particular finish as attractive as possible. This is particularly attractive with marble patterns.Ī molded-in stock will weigh several ounces more than a painted stock due to the additional resin material that is used. After receiving your stock, some customers take it upon themselves to further wetblock sand and buff the surface to achieve a polished, warm luster finish. Molded-in stocks are provided with a matte finish to minimize light reflection. Mold lines, sanding marks, fiberglass cloth and small imperfections may be visible. All of the molded-in finishes below should be considered utility-grade. With a molded finish, the color is impregnated into the gelcoat, or exterior surface layer of the stock. Molded in colors are the most durable finish we offer. Molded-In Colors to Create a Unique Marble Pattern. We can repaint any McMillan stock for our customers at a nominal charge. It is impervious to most gun cleaning solvents, but harsh solvents should be wiped off immediately. However, any painted finish will scratch when dragged over rocks, limbs and other hard surfaces. This polyurethane paint is the most durable we can find and is suitable for conditions found from the Arctic to the tropics. The paint we use is an industrial grade, non-slip pebble finish similar to that found on power tools, office machines and industrial equipment.
This is the finish most manufacturers specify for the McMillan stocks that are sold with their custom shop rifles. When you order any paint finish, the underlying stock is hand-sanded, primed, and painted to eliminate all surface imperfections. Choose any solid base coat color and specify either one or two speckletone paint highlights to create an attractive custom finish. Six solid paint colors are available.Ī new speckletone granite finish is also available. For the finest presentation-grade surface, we suggest a painted finish.
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