Why We Recommend Shipping Bare Metal

Even though we offer a high-quality 5-stage powder coat, upgraded sandblasting, and premium warranty options, shipping bare metal gives you faster, safer, and more flexible options:


  • Faster Shipping
Skip the extra 7–10 day coating process—get your bumper sooner and start your build faster.

  • Perfect Color Matching
Coat locally to match your vehicle exactly, or fix minor scratches easily without delays.

  • Easier Warranty Support
Local coating keeps your options open and speeds up any support or touch-ups if needed without hassle of shipping product back and forth

  • Reduced Risk of Damage
Nearly 99% of transit damage is scratches to the powder coat, not the steel itself. Bare metal is safer to ship.


  • Bottom Line:
Shipping bare metal lets you control the finish, avoids shipping damage, and keeps your build on track—all while keeping the same Expedition One precision craftsmanship.