There's finishes you can apply over the stainless steel. I wouldn't even worry about it as it ain't gloss finished stainless,deer are color blind-remember? If you are even 1/2 way doing your job of being undected the game ain't gunna be lookin at anything but the muzzle in 1st place,and even if they ain't,matte stainless won't spook them. If you have worries of hunting in damp areas or raining,go with stainless.