The gloss has never seemed to make a difference in the field, especially late in the evening. However when I get the urge or think I need it, I just get out a can of flat black rustoleum ,cover the lens and spray away. My friends shudder at the thought sometimes I even spray my Bar's. matter of fact I'm going to do one before next deer season. If you want to take he paint off just get some lacqure thinner and a good rag.