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Match of Cerakote™ Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261 *

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A match of Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261 is a dark, muted brown with a warm yellow-olive undertone. It reads low-chroma and fairly deep, with an LRV of 13.22, so it tends to appear subdued rather than bright or crisp.

For transportation damage, installation damage, fabrication work, service wear, or missed spots in a coated finish, MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish. This makes it useful for spray paint touch-up on metal parts and for painting replacement hardware, brackets, housings, screw heads, trim plugs, end caps, and other ancillary items that need to stay visually aligned with the original reference.

Because this is a dark, flat earth tone, small repairs can still show differences in sheen, texture, film build, or substrate prep when compared with an older cured finish. A liquid paint match may also read a little differently beside weathered coated parts, so the original color reference is usually the better guide for new parts, sample panels, and fabrication work, while an existing installed part may need closer visual checking before repair.

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About Cerakote Paint

Cerakote® is the world leader in firearm coatings. Since 1984, Cerakote has focused on developing and manufacturing ceramic coatings which are used by more firearm manufacturers than any other firearm coating.

Matching Cerakote Paint Colors

MyPerfectColor is able match most of the Cerakote paint colors in touch up paint. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to precisely match the color and sheen of the original Cerakote color by matching the original Cerakote swatches (when purchasing spray paint, paint pens and brush in cap bottles). MyPerfectColor is not using Cerakote paint.

The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Cerakote Color and may not match Cerakote Color standards. Refer to Cerakote Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Cerakote color. If you intend to touch up paint that is old, know that your color has undoubtedly changed from the original due to exposure to light and age and the new paint may not match. You will achieve best results by re-coating the entire surface.

If you need more assistance, please feel free to contact us and one of our expert staff would be happy to help.

Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Cerakote™ Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261 *

Can MyPerfectColor match Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261 to an existing cured finish without visible differences?

MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish for Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261, but an older cured part can still read differently next to a fresh repair. Gloss, texture, age, weathering, cure, substrate, and batch variation can all affect how the finish appears in real use.

If the area must blend beside an existing part, a sample panel or approved reference part is safer than relying on the name alone.

Is Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261 a good choice for touch-up after chips, scratches, or missed spots?

Yes. A match of Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261 is commonly used as a touch-up reference for damage from transportation, installation, fabrication, field modifications, or missed spots in the original finish. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish so the repair starts from the correct reference.

For the best result, clean the damaged area, remove loose coating, and test the match on a small area before doing a visible repair.

Can I use Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261 on screw heads, plastic snaps, or other small hardware that cannot use the original coating process?

Yes. A match of Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261 is often ordered for ancillary items such as screw heads, clips, trim plugs, end caps, fastener covers, brackets, and similar parts that need to coordinate with a coated assembly but cannot go through the same original process.

MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish, but you still need to confirm that the part material can accept the chosen format and that your prep and application method are suitable for that item.

How does a liquid paint match for Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261 compare with the cured finish on the original part?

A match of Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261 is a coating reference, and MyPerfectColor can make a liquid paint match to that reference. Even so, a fresh liquid touch-up may still look different beside an older cured finish because the original part may have different gloss, texture, film build, cure, and surface wear.

If you need side-by-side visual consistency on an existing part, treat the cured part or an approved sample as the best reference, not just the color name.

What finish factors can change how Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261 looks after application?

Gloss, texture, and film build can change the appearance of Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261 even when the color match is correct. A smooth liquid finish can read differently from a matte, satin, or textured original surface under the same lighting.

MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish, but the final appearance still depends on the substrate, prep, application method, and the finish characteristics of the part you are coating.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261 depends on the type of paint needed. Interior and exterior house paints usually ship within 1 to 3 business days, while custom spray paint typically takes 3-5 business days to ship. The transit time depends on your location and the shipping method you choose. If your need is immediate, select Expedited Production during checkout. Most expedited production orders ship within 24 hours on business days. Please contact MyPerfectColor if you are concerned about a specific deadline. We do our best to make sure you get your paint on time. Learn more about paint lead times at MyPerfectColor.
Can I use this as touch up paint for the Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261 coating?

Yes, you can use the acrylic enamel paint as a touch up for the Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261 coating. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and sheen of the official Cerakote color sample. However, there may be some variation to your specific coating material due to aging, paint differences and application method. For ultra-critical matching requirements, you may consider having MyPerfectColor create a touch up solution precisely matching the color and sheen of your specific coating batch by sending us an actual part.

Learn more about our color matching services.

What type of paint is used to make touch up for the Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261? And how much area will one can of spray paint cover?

To make touch up paint for the Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261, MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.

MyPerfectColor offers two spray can sizes - 11oz net weight and 4.5oz net weight. The 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. The smaller can, which is perfect for manufacturers who want to include a can with product shipments, will cover about 7 square feet.

Will the paint match both the color and the sheen of the original Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261 coating?

MyPerfectColor acrylic enamel paint matching the Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261 will match both the color and sheen. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the original coating to serve as touch up paint. MyPerfectColor is matching from original Cerakote metal swatches. There may be variation due to batch processes, aging and paint type differences. Learn more about touch up paint solutions.

How does MyPerfectColor match paint to the Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261 color?

MyPerfectColor has the original Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261 sample in our color archive. We are able to make paint and verify that it matches the original.

Please note that there maybe differences between the color sample in our archive and your materials due to variation in manufacturing processes, aging, etc.

MyPerfectColor matches the Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261 by scanning the sample with state of the art spectrophotometer and color matching software. The color match is refined through an iterative process to improve the match accuracy of both the color and sheen. MyPerfectColor has an extensive pigment library of over 100 different pigments that include organic and inorganic dispersions, aluminum, bronze and mica-based metallics and pearlescents, and fluorescent pigments. MyPerfectColor can achieve any sheen between flat and gloss. Note that difficult to match colors like metallics, pearlescents, and fluorescents will not match precisely - MyPerfectColor will get as close as possible, but the quality of these matches will not be as good due to the inherent limitations of matching these types of effect colors. Learn more about our color matching services.

Do I need a primer for Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261?
The need for primer for Cerakote Glock Flat Dark Earth H-261 depends on the type of paint, the substrate being painted and where it will be located. See our Primer Selection Table to see what primer you might need and learn more about when you might need a primer. Most people don't use a primer for a touch up paint application, but a primer may improve adhesion and is typically recommended for exterior applications.