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Match of Cerakote™ Gold V-172 *
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A match of Cerakote Gold V-172 is a warm, medium-light gold with an earthy yellow-brown undertone and moderate chroma. It reads more muted than bright, with a soft industrial-gold character rather than a clear yellow or a heavy bronze.
For touch-up after transportation damage, installation damage, fabrication work, service wear, or missed spots in the original finish, this color can be used on enclosures, frames, brackets, railings, fastener heads, trim plugs, end caps, clips, and other coated accessories. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish, which makes it a practical option for replacement parts, sample panels, and ancillary items that need to coordinate with a coated assembly without pretending to duplicate every detail of an aged cured finish.
Because this is a medium-light gold with moderate saturation, it usually reads clearly without being overly vivid, but substrate color, film build, and sheen still affect the final appearance. Darker or uneven undercoats can influence how warm the color looks, and small repairs beside an existing cured finish may still show differences in gloss or texture even when the color match is correct.
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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™ Gold V-172 *
Will Cerakote Gold V-172 match an existing cured finish exactly, or can the installed part still look different?
MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish for Cerakote Gold V-172, but an older or already cured part can still read differently in use. Gloss, texture, age, weathering, film build, substrate, cure, and batch variation can all change how the finish looks beside a fresh repair. If you are matching a visible existing part, the safest decision is to compare against the actual part or an approved sample when the tolerance is tight.
Is Cerakote Gold V-172 a good match for touch-up after transportation damage, installation damage, or missed spots?
Yes. A match of Cerakote Gold V-172 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. Order MyPerfectColor paint when you need a precise color and finish match for repair work on coated parts.
Can Cerakote Gold V-172 be used on plastic snaps, screw heads, or other hardware that cannot be finished in the original process?
Yes. A match of Cerakote Gold V-172 is often used to coordinate ancillary items such as plastic snaps, screw heads, rivet heads, trim plugs, end caps, clips, covers, brackets, and fastener hardware with a coated assembly. These parts may not be able to go through the same original finish process, so MyPerfectColor paint matched to Cerakote Gold V-172 is a practical way to keep them aligned with the surrounding finish.
If I order Cerakote Gold V-172 as liquid touch-up paint, will it look the same as the original cured finish?
MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish for Cerakote Gold V-172, but a fresh liquid touch-up can still look different from the original cured finish. The original part may have its own gloss, texture, cure, film build, and surface behavior, so a close color match does not guarantee an identical visual result in every lighting condition. If you need to compare side by side with an existing coated part, use the actual part or an approved sample when possible.
Who typically orders Cerakote Gold V-172 for industrial finish work?
A match of Cerakote Gold V-172 is typically ordered by manufacturers, fabricators, powder coaters, OEMs, metal shops, job shops, installers, and maintenance teams that need a color-matched finish for touch-up, replacement parts, sample panels, prototypes, fixtures, or ancillary hardware. MyPerfectColor custom-matched paint lets those teams coordinate a part or component with the Cerakote Gold V-172 reference without treating it as the original coating material.
How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Cerakote Gold V-172?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Cerakote Gold V-172 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 Gold V-172 coating?
Yes, you can use the acrylic enamel paint as a touch up for the Cerakote Gold V-172 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 Gold V-172? And how much area will one can of spray paint cover?
To make touch up paint for the Cerakote Gold V-172, 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 Gold V-172 coating?
MyPerfectColor acrylic enamel paint matching the Cerakote Gold V-172 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 Gold V-172 color?
MyPerfectColor has the original Cerakote Gold V-172 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 Gold V-172 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 Gold V-172?
The need for primer for Cerakote Gold V-172 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.
Color details
RGB: 204 163 95
HEX: #CCA35F
Color properties
Color Type:
Standard
Hide:
Standard
Match Source:
Original part
Match Type:
Physical match
Textured:
No
Match Quality:
Touch up grade
Source on hand:
Yes
