Thanks M700 that's pretty much exactly what I'm trying to do, except I might add some brown because brown is a pretty common colour where I use my rifle. I also just like the way that looks and I'm mainly painting it because the black body contrasts the ghillie I make unless I do it really heavily. So ya, I'd def be interested in a step-by-step on how you did that paint job. Thanks m8, PM me!
Drake-I'll also see if I can incorporate your advice effectively, thanks for the help