Cerakote durability with polymer ???

[GetSmith]

Considering a stipple and cerakote job on my 2 M&P compacts. I like the look of a newly cerakoted gun but wonder how it wears? Specially how does it hold up on a polymer frame? Any issues with wear, chips, or cracks. Looking for real world experiance from fellow forum users.

Stipple and Cerakote for both guns will run about the cost of a new M&P. Wondering if I should just keep stock finish and get a full size to go with my compacts.

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[Joey]

Considering a stipple and cerakote job on my 2 M&P compacts. I like the look of a newly cerakoted gun but wonder how it wears? Specially how does it hold up on a polymer frame? Any issues with wear, chips, or cracks. Looking for real world experiance from fellow forum users.

Stipple and Cerakote for both guns will run about the cost of a new M&P. Wondering if I should just keep stock finish and get a full size to go with my compacts.

Check out this guys story!!

Cerakote on polymer review... my trusty ol' 2nd Gen G23 gets a new skin. - General Handgun Armory - AR15Armory.com

[QKShooter]

As with any top coat finish the substrate preparation work and pre-cleaning makes all the difference so make sure that you have an experienced pro do the work.
The Ceracoat is one tough and amazing finish if properly applied.

[GetSmith]

Thanks guys. I'll keep your input in mind. I'm holding off on the Ceracote job for now as I'm occupied with a new Kimber Compact CDP I just got. I'm sure my M&P's will be Ceracoted in the future.