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dyl · August 7, 2010, 02:25 PM

Hi,

I have 642-2 as well and I was concerned about this too. Mine hasn't been peeling but I read around and I think someone recommended Hoppe's Elite as less harmful to the clear coat. You might want to verify that if you're interested. If it upsets you, you can always call S&W and see what they think or if they're willing to refinish it.

But it is just a clear coat and the aluminum underneath is still anodized.

Out of paranoia I've just been using gun oil to clean and no flaking as of yet. A search of "clear coat" and "S&W642" will show lots of results but most just made me even more concerned. You've got a great gun.

August 7, 2010, 02:25 PM	#3
dyl Senior Member Join Date: October 31, 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,310	Hi, I have 642-2 as well and I was concerned about this too. Mine hasn't been peeling but I read around and I think someone recommended Hoppe's Elite as less harmful to the clear coat. You might want to verify that if you're interested. If it upsets you, you can always call S&W and see what they think or if they're willing to refinish it. But it is just a clear coat and the aluminum underneath is still anodized. Out of paranoia I've just been using gun oil to clean and no flaking as of yet. A search of "clear coat" and "S&W642" will show lots of results but most just made me even more concerned. You've got a great gun.