Match of Cerakote™ Tungsten V-167 *

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A match of Cerakote Tungsten V-167 is a medium-dark neutral gray with very low chroma, so it reads close to a workmanlike gray rather than a bright or strongly colored tone. The small warm shift in the color values keeps it from looking cold, and the metallic character can add some depth to the finish.

This color is commonly useful for touch-up after transportation damage, installation damage, fabrication work, service damage, or missed spots in the original finish. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish, which makes it useful for coated brackets, housings, rails, enclosures, trim plates, screw heads, trim plugs, end caps, and other ancillary items that need to blend with a coated assembly. It also fits sample panels, replacement hardware, and fabricated add-ons that cannot go through the original coating process.

Because this is a metallic finish, the final appearance can shift with substrate, surface prep, film build, and sheen. A darker neutral like this can also make repair edges, gloss differences, and texture differences easier to notice beside an older cured finish, even when the color reference itself is correct.

For close-coordination work, a fresh liquid coating matched to the reference can be useful, but it may still read differently from an aged coated part. That difference is often more noticeable on small repair areas and on parts where the original finish has weathered or changed over time.

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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™ Tungsten V-167 *

Will MyPerfectColor match Cerakote Tungsten V-167 exactly on my already cured part?

MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish for Cerakote Tungsten V-167, but an older cured part can still read differently beside fresh touch-up paint. Gloss, texture, age, weathering, substrate, cure, and batch variation can all change how the finish looks in place.

If the area is highly visible or the existing part has aged, it is safer to compare against the actual part or an approved sample panel rather than relying on the color name alone.

Is Cerakote Tungsten V-167 a good choice for touch-up after transport damage, installation damage, or missed spots?

Yes. A match of Cerakote Tungsten V-167 is commonly used as touch-up paint for chips, scratches, rub marks, handling damage, 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, which makes it a practical choice when you need to repair a specific area on a coated part without refinishing the entire assembly.

Can I use Cerakote Tungsten V-167 for screw heads, plastic snaps, or other small parts that cannot be coated the same way?

Yes. A match of Cerakote Tungsten V-167 can be used to coordinate ancillary items such as screw heads, rivet heads, plastic snaps, trim plugs, end caps, clips, covers, brackets, and other small parts that cannot go through the original finish process.

For these parts, the goal is close color coordination with the surrounding coated assembly. MyPerfectColor offers touch-up paint and other formats for this type of finish-matching work.

Will a liquid paint match of Cerakote Tungsten V-167 look identical to the original cured finish?

No. A match of Cerakote Tungsten V-167 is a liquid coating reference here, and MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish, but a fresh liquid touch-up can still look different beside an existing cured finish.

That difference can come from gloss, texture, metallic effect, film build, cure, substrate, and age. If the part will be viewed next to the original finish, test the match in context before committing to a full repair.

How do I keep repeat orders of Cerakote Tungsten V-167 consistent across multiple parts?

For repeat work, order by the exact brand color name, Cerakote Tungsten V-167, and keep the product type and finish consistent from one part to the next. That gives you the best chance of matching the same reference across related components.

For the most consistent results, use the same substrate prep, application method, and approval standard. Even then, the final appearance can shift if one part is older, more weathered, or finished differently from the others.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Cerakote Tungsten V-167?

All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Cerakote Tungsten V-167 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 Tungsten V-167 coating?

Yes, you can use the acrylic enamel paint as a touch up for the Cerakote Tungsten V-167 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 Tungsten V-167? And how much area will one can of spray paint cover?

To make touch up paint for the Cerakote Tungsten V-167, 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 Tungsten V-167 coating?

MyPerfectColor acrylic enamel paint matching the Cerakote Tungsten V-167 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 Tungsten V-167 color?

MyPerfectColor has the original Cerakote Tungsten V-167 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 Tungsten V-167 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 Tungsten V-167?

The need for primer for Cerakote Tungsten V-167 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.