There’s a fantastic piece by a reenergised Jay, over on Taranis Blog:
https://taranis.blog/2018/09/05/l119a2-paint-jobs/
Amongst other painting techniques, the article considers the use of Kryptek stencils and ceramic coatings on UKSF L119A2s in the wild.
Kryptek provides an exciting option for those UKSF enthusiasts who plan on getting nasty with rattle cans; and Jay has used his creative skills to deliver a mock up (based on a non-public in the wild pic) with which readers can visualise the reality.
Not only that, but he’s also highlighted another interesting look. I’m reliably informed the coating in question is Duracoat – selected perhaps because it’s cheaper than Cerakote. I would further offer that the colour is close to FDE.
Further reading/links
The UKSF Kit List
The Comprehensive UKSF (SAS/SBS) L119A2 Parts and Accessories List
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More articles relating to the L119A2
- The Comprehensive UKSF (SAS/SBS) L119A2 Parts and Accessories List
- The original L119A2 primer, here
- GG&G AR15 vertical fore-grip in use here
- Magpul QDM and ASAP QD in use here
- 15.7″ L119A2 upper in use here
- Surefire FA556SA Suppressor here
- GG&G Aimpoint T1 mount in use here
- Magpul MS3 sling in use here
- Magpul ACS stock in use here
- Colt Canada parts – as used on the L119A2 – here
- Manta Very Low Profile Rail Covers as used on the L119A2 here
- UKSF Newcastle raid pics part 1
- UKSF Newcastle raid pics part 2
- UKSF Nairobi Kenya incident L119A2 parts breakdown here
- UKSF Belize ‘Jungle Set-up’ L119A2 parts breakdown here
- Confirmation bias (and the HSP Thorntail offset light mount) here
- UKSF Ecosystem: S&S Precision Sling Clip – Old Gen – here
- Inforce WML-type lights in use here
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