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Apr 11, 2018

That doesn't look like Olive-drab to me. Looks more golden light green. I mean, it's a nice looking color, but is isn't olive-drab.

Apr 11, 2018

Bearded_Bushman

Apr 11, 2018

bucktenI agree, a darker OD would be much better imo.

Apr 11, 2018

buckten

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Apr 11, 2018

Bearded_BushmanHere is real olive-drab, and Flat Dark Earth next to it.

Apr 11, 2018

Bearded_Bushman

Apr 12, 2018

bucktenYour photo looks more like paint not anodized aluminium, Ano is a translucent film of aluminium oxide which forms an integral part of aluminium and these massdrop ones are more than likely polished beforehand to remove any lathe/handling scratches & probably afterwards too, hence the gleaming look. Anodizing is only a very thin coating and if the item is polished beforehand it will shine though the Ano. :)

Apr 12, 2018

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JonasHeineman

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Apr 12, 2018

bucktenFWIW, here are the Pantone colors for reference:

Anodizing is able to create a range of colors and finishes, but it's not like paint or coatings - I think that's what we are seeing in @Bearded_Bushman's post below. Also, bear in mind these are brand new and shot under bright studio light, which may contribute to the "golden" or lighter hues coming through. I think it's fair to say these are olive, maybe 'drab' is a stretch given the metallic finish. Good feedback to have, regardless. Thanks!

Apr 12, 2018

buckten

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Apr 12, 2018

Bearded_BushmanIt's not paint, it's Cerakote. I never said it was anno, I said it is true Military Olive Drab.

Apr 12, 2018

buckten

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Apr 12, 2018

JonasHeineman It's not paint, it's Cerakote. The Military uses it on firearms. I never said it was anno, But it is true Military Olive Drab, and so is the FDE. Acebeam uses the same golden green anno. It is a really nice looking anno though.