Anyone know where to get case hardening done?

[Rob]

I bought a kit flint lock.  I would like to get the barrel Case hardened with the multiple colors that show.  (I think that is called color case hardening, but not 100% sure - please excuse my ignorance!).

Anyone know of a place to get that done?

[AWS]

You might want to look at this , it was a discussion on case hardening on anothe sight.  

http://www.opticstalk.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=17166

I don't know if you can get a barrel done as there is such a chance of warping during the case hardening process.   The usual finish for traditonal muzzle loaders is browning.

AWS

[Rob]

Thanks for the link and the info...

I'll need to think about this a bit.

[ML_Hunter]

I would HIGHLY suggest you NOT case harden the barrel.  In the process of case hardening your actually making the metal a little brittle and the barrel will not be as strong.  Your rifle will look nice with a case hardened hammer and locks...just not the barrel.