Brushed gun metal

Surface finish

Brushed gun metal combines a dark coating with a brushed texture that eliminates glare. Contains nickel, not suitable for allergy sufferers. Browse the range.

Products: Brushed gun metal

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How brushed black nickel is made

An electroplated layer of black nickel over a brushed base: the fine grain scatters reflections.

What it gives the product

A dark matte finish that hides fingerprints and small scratches from wear.

When to choose it and when not to

Men's belts and muted dark products. It contains nickel on the surface. For customers with an allergy, offer matte black or stainless steel instead.

How it ages

The matte finish is forgiving of small marks; on the edges of a strap the dark layer can wear through locally over time.

What it pairs with

Dark clothing and black leather; belt screws and keepers in the same finish for a matched set.

  • Look

    Dark / black

    Black or dark graphite surface, matte, glossy or satin depending on the specific finish. Creates a low-contrast combination with dark straps and a clear contrast with pale colours.

  • Abrasion resistance

    Low

    Thin decorative coating that gradually wears through with regular wear and friction. Wear appears first where a buckle or snap contacts the strap, ring or fur.

  • Corrosion protection

    Dry conditions

    Provides a temporary barrier against moisture. Works well in dry environments, but protection weakens over time with regular contact with water or sweat.

  • Nickel

    Yes

    Nickel is present in the surface layer that can come into contact with skin. This finish is not suitable for people or animals with a known sensitivity to nickel.

Damp conditions Occasional rain Tolerates occasional contact with rain, wet grass or damp hands. Regular soaking accelerates visible wear, so dry the surface after it becomes wet.
Aging Wear at contact points At points of regular friction (typically the buckle edge, snap contact point or strap) the finish gradually wears through and the base material shows beneath.
Process Galvanic Metal layer applied by electric current in a bath. An even, thin and well-adhered coating: the most widespread method for surface finishing of metal parts.