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A match of Cerakote Black Ink F-110 reads as a very dark charcoal-black rather than a hard jet black. The color is low-chroma and near-neutral, with only a faint cool cast, so it tends to look subdued and dense instead of bright or colorful.

For touch-up after transportation damage, installation damage, fabrication work, service wear, or missed spots in the original finish, MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish in a format suited to coated-part repair. It can be used on brackets, housings, frame sections, panel edges, fastener heads, trim plugs, end caps, clips, and other ancillary items that need to coordinate with a liquid-coated assembly or replacement part.

Because this is a dark, low-chroma color, small differences in gloss, texture, film build, and surface prep can still affect how the repair reads beside an existing cured finish. On aged or weathered parts, the underlying coating condition may matter as much as the color match, so a fresh touch-up can look close while still showing a slight boundary under some lighting.

Similar colors:

Gloss Black H-109
Black Shadow F-104
Blackout E-100

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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™ Black Ink F-110 *

Will Cerakote Black Ink F-110 match my existing cured finish exactly on a repaired part?

MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish of Cerakote Black Ink F-110, but a fresh touch-up can still read differently next to an older cured part. Gloss, texture, age, weathering, cure, substrate, and batch variation can all change how the finish appears in real use. If the part is already installed or has been in service, expect the color reference to be correct without assuming the repaired area will disappear visually in every light.

Can Cerakote Black Ink F-110 be used for touch-up after shipping damage, installation damage, or missed spots?

Yes. A match of Cerakote Black Ink F-110 is commonly used as a touch-up reference for chips, scratches, rub marks, transport damage, installation damage, fabrication damage, drilled holes, cut edges, field modifications, and missed spots in the original finish. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish so you can repair the damaged area or cover the missed location with a product made to coordinate with the coated part.

Can Cerakote Black Ink F-110 be used on screw heads, clips, trim plugs, or other small parts that cannot go through the original finish process?

Yes. A match of Cerakote Black Ink F-110 is often ordered for ancillary parts such as screw heads, rivet heads, plastic snaps, trim plugs, end caps, clips, covers, brackets, and other small items that need to coordinate with a coated assembly. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish, which makes it a practical option when the item cannot be finished in the same original process but still needs close color coordination.

If Cerakote Black Ink F-110 is a liquid coating reference, will a liquid touch-up still look like the original cured finish?

MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish of Cerakote Black Ink F-110, but a fresh liquid touch-up can still look different from the original cured finish. The reason is that the installed finish may have its own gloss, texture, film build, cure behavior, and age, and those factors can change how the color reads beside the repair. Treat the color reference as the correct ordering target, not a guarantee that the new application will behave exactly like the original coated surface.

When should I use an existing part or approved sample instead of relying on Cerakote Black Ink F-110 alone?

Use an existing part, approved sample panel, or OEM reference when the match is highly visible, the tolerance is tight, or the finish has texture, gloss sensitivity, or other appearance effects that are hard to judge from the name alone. A match of Cerakote Black Ink F-110 is still a valid color reference, and MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish, but a real part or approved sample is often the safer reference when the coating is already installed and the visual comparison matters.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Cerakote Black Ink F-110?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Cerakote Black Ink F-110 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 Black Ink F-110 coating?

Yes, you can use the acrylic enamel paint as a touch up for the Cerakote Black Ink F-110 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 Black Ink F-110? And how much area will one can of spray paint cover?

To make touch up paint for the Cerakote Black Ink F-110, 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 Black Ink F-110 coating?

MyPerfectColor acrylic enamel paint matching the Cerakote Black Ink F-110 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 Black Ink F-110 color?

MyPerfectColor has the original Cerakote Black Ink F-110 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 Black Ink F-110 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 Black Ink F-110?
The need for primer for Cerakote Black Ink F-110 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.