"New" Erma EP-22

[Ehines1]

I need to get the KGP68A's frame repainted or cerakoted. It was actually my first pistol, even qualified for my CCW with the thing before I picked up a Makarov to carry. With the EP, I found out that a new magazine spring (it's from some kind of Smith and Wesson iirc) can make a huge difference. Went from not being able to empty a mag without a misfeed to no misfeeds unless using hollow points. I definitely like both of my Ermas and will have to keep my eye out for that book.

[ithacaartist]

Originally Posted by Ehines1

I need to get the KGP68A's frame repainted or cerakoted.

Normal paint has no particular affinity for Zamak, nor is it very durable. It will rub/flake off eventually. The semi-flat black version of Cerokote is probably your best bet. It might be possible to start out with their dark blue, but mix in enough black to mimic the blue/black you'd get from rust bluing. (A touch of white might also be necessary.)

One of the things on my TD list is to try out two different chemical treatments to re-blacken these zinc alloy pistols. One is a cold, single dip process, the other is done hot after a pre-dip in prep chemical.

In the several years I've been pursuing Erma finish issues, I've never encountered any place or person who's said, "Oh, sure, we do that all the time, with good results." So it would appear that the world is waiting for how effective my efforts turn out to be.

[ithacaartist]

Originally Posted by Ehines1

I definitely like both of my Ermas and will have to keep my eye out for that book.

Here ya go!

https://www.amazon.com/ERMA-Erfurter...s%2C160&sr=8-1



https://www.amazon.com/ERMA-Erfurter...s%2C160&sr=8-3



https://www.amazon.com/ERMA-Erfurter...s%2C160&sr=8-2