Armory Kote vs. Duracoat: quality and value questions - XDTalk Forums - Your HS2000/SA-XD Information Source!

olivehead · 10-03-2005, 09:59 AM

looking for some first hand knowledge: how does SA armory kote compare with duracoat as offered through xd-hs2000.com compare, in terms of (1) appearance (2) durability (3) cost and value (4) customer service. thanks for your input.

FatMatt1981 · 10-03-2005, 10:15 AM

Firstly I'd like to say the service through James's sight is 2nd to none. He is an all around good dude. The recoating price seems very good also....and his turnaround time is unreal! No kidding....within days vs. weeks with the factory.
However, I cannon verify the durability of duracoat, though have heard good things about his work.
Now as far as SA's armory coat....it's better than the factory finish. It's more of a deep black color, and seems to be much harder if that makes sense. I have not experienced any rust with it of any kind...but it does not resist scratching very well. I'm not sure if it's just the sharper edges on the Xd or what...it may be the mistake of usin a Fobus holster. After only two holsterings(is that a word?) it left the same scratches across the edges of the top of the slide. I do not use the Fobus very often at all. I only use it while driving...I've got my old Fobus rigged to under the dash.
With leather I've recieved no futher markings tho.
Hope that helps!

The Tengu · 10-03-2005, 10:31 AM

SA Armory Kote sucks. I had it put on my XD about a month ago.

The edges of my grip safety are ****ing worn down to the metal already, and the only thing that touches that area is the skin of my hand.

It's not bad if you can get it for free. Just don't expect the same quality as Gunkote or Duracoat.

olivehead · 10-03-2005, 11:07 AM

great replies, guys. please keep them coming.

10-03-2005, 09:59 AM	#1
olivehead XDTalk Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 48	Armory Kote vs. Duracoat: quality and value questions looking for some first hand knowledge: how does SA armory kote compare with duracoat as offered through xd-hs2000.com compare, in terms of (1) appearance (2) durability (3) cost and value (4) customer service. thanks for your input.

10-03-2005, 10:15 AM	#2
FatMatt1981 XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Indiana Posts: 1,467	Firstly I'd like to say the service through James's sight is 2nd to none. He is an all around good dude. The recoating price seems very good also....and his turnaround time is unreal! No kidding....within days vs. weeks with the factory. However, I cannon verify the durability of duracoat, though have heard good things about his work. Now as far as SA's armory coat....it's better than the factory finish. It's more of a deep black color, and seems to be much harder if that makes sense. I have not experienced any rust with it of any kind...but it does not resist scratching very well. I'm not sure if it's just the sharper edges on the Xd or what...it may be the mistake of usin a Fobus holster. After only two holsterings(is that a word?) it left the same scratches across the edges of the top of the slide. I do not use the Fobus very often at all. I only use it while driving...I've got my old Fobus rigged to under the dash. With leather I've recieved no futher markings tho. Hope that helps! __________________ \"Through strength, we deter tyranny\" ICVM OD XD-40 4\" Black on black XD-9 4\"

10-03-2005, 10:31 AM	#3
The Tengu XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 1,907	SA Armory Kote sucks. I had it put on my XD about a month ago. The edges of my grip safety are **ing worn down to the metal already, and the only thing that touches that area is the skin of my hand. It's not bad if you can get it for free. Just don't expect the same quality as Gunkote or Duracoat. __________________ The militia of the United States consists of all able-bodied males at least 17 years of age and, except as provided in section 313 of title 32, under 45 years of age who are, or who have made a declaration of intention to become, citizens of the United States and of female citizens of the United States who are members of the National Guard. United States Code, Title 10, section 311, paragraph (a)**

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10-03-2005, 11:07 AM	#4
olivehead XDTalk Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 48	great replies, guys. please keep them coming.