Why Ship Bare Metal

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.