Pre dip black parkerizing post dip black dye parkerizing.

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I don't know what's all in Brownells surface activation solution.

Look for something containing titanium salt or salts, or Jernstedt salts. It's probably potassium titanium fluoride (dipotassium hexafluorotitanate). It might also be listed as a grain refiner.


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Here you go. They ship to the UK. Look for Great Britain in the drop down when you checkout.

Manufacturer of DuraCoat Firearm Finishes: Black Dip Parkerizing Pre-Treatment

I would have bought some pre dip black solution but at over $100 odd dollars for shipping just a quart of solution it looks like I will have to look else where. Anyone know if I can get it in Europe.