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LACQUER STIK COLOR FILL IN PAINT STICK Reviews & Ratings

LACQUER STIK COLOR FILL IN PAINT STICK

The LACQUER STIK Color Fill in Paint Stick is a specialized compound designed to enhance the visibility of stamped or engraved impressions on smooth surfaces, making it ideal for firearms, parts, and accessories. This semi-solid stick applies easily and hardens to a permanent finish, providing a durable and aesthetically pleasing color fill.

Description and Features:

Measuring 4-5/8 inches (11.7 cm) in length, the Lacquer Stick is available in four distinct colors: White, Gold, and Black. Its semi-solid form allows for straightforward application into engraved or stamped areas, and it quickly hardens to create a long-lasting, permanent highlight. This makes it particularly useful for gunsmiths and firearm enthusiasts aiming to accentuate markings for both functional clarity and enhanced appearance.

Specifications:

Length: 4-5/8 inches (11.7 cm)

Available Colors: White, Gold, Black

Customer Insights:

Customers of the LACQUER STIK Color Fill in Paint Stick appreciate its ease of use and the durable finish it provides. One customer noted that the stick is "highly recommended for highlighting engravings on firearms and other metal surfaces," emphasizing its effectiveness in enhancing the visibility of markings.

Incorporating the LACQUER STIK Color Fill in Paint Stick into your gunsmithing toolkit allows for easy and effective enhancement of engraved or stamped markings, improving both the functionality and aesthetics of your firearms and accessories.

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Reviews Summary

Customers praise the LACQUER STIK for its effectiveness in highlighting engravings and markings on firearms, noting ease of use and lasting results. However, some users mention challenges with cleanup and compatibility with various surfaces, along with the need for proper application and drying time. It's a solid product for detailed work with some quirks to master.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Ease of Use

75%

Many reviewers find the LACQUER STIK easy to work with, particularly for filling in details on firearms. Techniques involving heating and careful application are commonly shared, indicating that once mastered, the process can yield excellent results.

Durability

70%

Users frequently comment on the longevity of the color filled by the lacquer, with some reporting six months of use without fading or peeling. This durability is essential for maintaining the aesthetics of marked areas on firearms.

Cleanup Challenges

60%

While application is generally described as straightforward, many reviewers express difficulty with cleaning up excess lacquer without affecting the filled-in areas. This process requires specific techniques and solvents to avoid unwanted removals.

Versatility

65%

Reviewers appreciate the LACQUER STIK's use across different items, particularly firearms, but also other engravings. Its ability to work well on various finishes shows its versatility in application.

Preparation and Technique

50%

Successful application often depends on thorough surface preparation and the right technique, as highlighted by numerous reviewers. Tips involving cleaning agents and proper timing reinforce the importance of preparation.

Color Accuracy

40%

Some reviews mention discrepancies in color representation, with occasional observations of colors not matching expectations. This theme highlights the need for customers to be mindful when selecting the desired shades for specific applications.

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Good lacquer stick

I use these to highlight serial numbers. Works great.

by LEON R. on April 18, 2026

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Perfect Product.

Perfect product for fine detail work. Easy to work with.

Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend

by MICHAEL H. on October 23, 2024

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Gold Lacquer Stick

I've been using lacquer sticks for over 30 years, good product! On vintage Burris scopes, you can make them look new, well so far as the lettering and numbers on the exterior of the scope.

by MICHAEL A. on May 04, 2024

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Highlight markings on gun safe combination dial.

Great product and easy to use. Some of my safes have brass dials that are not highlighted which makes it difficult to read the markings due to glare, so I use the white LACQUER-STIKS to highlight the markings on the dials. Also works great to freshen up the markings on micrometer dies. Works perfectly.

Outstanding

I have used this product for years and will continue. When used properly the application in the lettering is durable and lasting.

Filled up

Easy to use for filling stampings and engravings on my AR.

Works for me.

I used this on the "fire" position of my AR lower. It came out looking really nice and wasn't particularly troublesome. I cut off the very end to expose the soft inside of the stik and set to work. I applied it cold. It went on very easily, although it did take some persistence to get it into all the nooks and crannies. Once it was in place I set about wiping away the excess. It didn't seem very happy to be evicted from its new home, and it left some ghosting around the engraving I had filled. I tried several products along with some vigorous scrubbing to remove the ghosting: alcohol, nail polish remover, and Simple Green. The ghosting thinned a little, but was still very noticeable. Running out of options, I saw a bottle of Froglube, the liquid variety and said to myself "couldn't hurt". It took the ghosting right out, but left the fill in place. It's only just been applied so I can't speak to its durability.

good product

Great porduct for a good price. doesn't wipe off when the oil hit it and stays looking good

Great way to "set off" engraving

I had a blued replica Schofield #3 engraved and used this stick to protect the raw metal and highlight the engraving. This product is very easy to work with and one stick goes a long long way. I ordered a few sticks and have 3/4 of what I ordered left after filling in engraving of more than 3/4 of a gun with a 7.5 inch barrel. I cleaned the engraving with rubbing alcohol so i did not have to wait long for it to dry and I applied this much like waxing your car. Rub it on and rub it off. To avoid lint, I used paper towels and it took a whole roll to wipe, roll, wipe, roll, ect. I may have to retouch a few places that I did not give long enough to settle in before I wiped it off now that I have put the gun under a bright light. I wiped it off quickly as to not lose the very fine detail in the engraving. I think touch ups should be a breeze. Great item. Great way to highlight and protect exposed metal on a blued gun.

Perfect

I purchased this lacquer stick to color the "fire" selector on my AR-15. No, it wasn't necessary to do so but I have always liked color coded safeties for peace of mind. This has been at least 6 months since the original application and there has been no fading or peeling or anything else. It looks as if I had applied it yesterday. I can't recommend this enough over going through the trouble of actually painting the weapon. Method I Used For Results (assuming all safety checks have been done and weapon is unloaded): 1) Cleaned area on receiver with rubbing alcohol or other similar product to remove any grease. 2) Wait until completely dry and fumes are gone (I waited 30 minutes just in case.) 3) Using a blow dryer heat up the receiver or area of the weapon you intend to fill in the lettering. 4) Hold lacquer stick under blow dryer for 3-8 seconds to heat up. 5) Rub lacquer stick across area to fill in lettering. 6) Use shop towels (the blue paper towels) with a little oil or cleaner on it to wipe of the excess. Continue wiping around the area, the excess will come off, be patient. 7) Wait for it to dry (30 minutes - 1hr to be safe)