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Worthy Treasures & Firearms combines gunsmithing expertise with industrial-grade plating capabilities through its parent company, Franke Plating Works. Located at 1918 E Wayne St. in Fort Wayne, this shop handles everything from custom Cerakote finishes to antique firearm restoration. Their three-pa...
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Worthy Treasures & Firearms combines gunsmithing expertise with industrial-grade plating capabilities through its parent company, Franke Plating Works. Located at 1918 E Wayne St. in Fort Wayne, this shop handles everything from custom Cerakote finishes to antique firearm restoration.
Their three-part commitment drives every project:
- •Competitive pricing — No premium markup for quality work
- •Quick turnaround times — Get your gun back fast
- •Constant client communication — You know exactly where your project stands
The backing of Franke Plating Works means they have industrial plating infrastructure that most gunsmith shops don't. This translates to capabilities beyond typical gunsmithing—professional metal finishing at scale.
Cerakote is their flagship finish. It's not just a paint job—it's a thin-film ceramic coating that outperforms traditional finishes:
| Performance Metric | Cerakote Spec |
|---|---|
| Hardness | 9H+ scratch/gouge resistance |
| Abrasion | 8000+ wear cycles per mil |
| Corrosion | 3000+ hours salt/environmental |
| Impact | 160 in-lbs direct & indirect |
| Flexibility | 0mm loss at 180° bend |
| Friction | 0.11 (matches Teflon) |
Cerakote Elite Series comes in six earth-tone colors that can be mixed or patterned for custom finishes. Single coat application with oven curing ensures consistency in color, thickness, and appearance.
Cerakote uses advanced resin technology to bond engineered ceramics at a molecular level. The result: durability that lasts thousands of rounds without chipping or wearing through. Chemical resistance means it handles solvents, oils, and harsh conditions. The low friction coefficient (matching Teflon) keeps your action smooth.
They're Cerakote Certified applicators—not every shop is.
Gunsmithing Services: - Firearm repairs and maintenance - Custom modifications - Antique firearm restoration - Mechanical cleaning (critical pre- and post-plating process)
Metal Finishing: - Cerakote ceramic coating — Modern performance finish with custom color/pattern options - Gold plating — Electroplated gold layers for luxe appearance on full firearms or selective parts - Bluing — Traditional black iron oxide process that protects metal, reduces glare, adds classic aesthetics - Cleaning & polishing — Multi-stage process integrated throughout restoration, not just at the end
Cleaning and polishing happens throughout the entire restoration process using high-quality techniques and products. This is why their finished firearms look exceptional.
Fort Wayne, Indiana 1918 E Wayne St., Fort Wayne, IN 46803
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday–Thursday | 8:00am–3:00pm |
| Friday | 8:00am–12:00pm |
| Saturday–Sunday | Closed |
Contact: - Phone: 260-422-8477 - Email: [email protected] - Project submissions available on their website
Worthy Treasures & Firearms operates as a subsidiary of Franke Plating Works, a full-service industrial plating operation. This means access to equipment, expertise, and quality control standards that exceed typical gunsmith shops. Firearm restoration gets industrial-grade execution.
Whether you need a show-stopping Cerakote finish, gold-plated accents, classic bluing, or full antique restoration—they have the tools and knowledge to deliver results.