Paint scratches?

[Skoad]

Just curious of those who own one of the new colored Provaris how easily the paint chips/scratches? Im going to be placing an order soon and trying to decide if I should just stick with silver/black as I tend to drop things.

Thanks in advance!

 

[narcosleepygirl]

Hey Skoad,

it would be a good idea to treat the cerakote with gentleness for the first 6 weeks since it takes that long for the ceramic coating to fully cure. After that, drop it all you want

 

[9ball_AJ]

I can attest to this, I am very hard on my PV's and my Black and White provari's finishes are holding up very well.

 

[Skoad]

Im stuck between the Black, Silver, and Blue. Im more worried about the coating on the blue scratching/chipping easier than the other two.

I hate what should be an easy decision always being a hard one. I want to order but stuck between colors haha.

 

[TheBlueAdept]

Ive had my blue one just about a month now. Despite greater care it finally took a tumble and shattered the quartz tank that was on it. Inspected for damage to the finish, and there is the tiniest scratch that you can't see unless you stare at it very closely. I was expecting far worse due to rough concrete, and being under six weeks old so not fully cured, but was pleasantly surprised.

Sent from my phone; Please excuse typos / autocorrections.

 

[9ball_AJ]

Im stuck between the Black, Silver, and Blue. Im more worried about the coating on the blue scratching/chipping easier than the other two.

I hate what should be an easy decision always being a hard one. I want to order but stuck between colors haha.

From what I understand, the black and blue finishes are identical other than the color, obviously. I have had my Black Mini for a few months now, and I take it out with me almost daily. Other than a very slight bit of wear that is barely noticeable, it looks perfect. I believe the Silver is a media blasted finish (please correct me if I am wrong), and will hold up longer than the others.

 

[Riverboat]

Hey Skoad,

it would be a good idea to treat the cerakote with gentleness for the first 6 weeks since it takes that long for the ceramic coating to fully cure. After that, drop it all you want

Dont ever drop it... Unless you like dings and marks on your Provari.....