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Adding a clear coat (depending on what you choose of course) won't prevent chips and scratches (hey, they look cool and actually add to the camo paintjob) but will provide some protection from rain and moisture, as well as bring out the colours more. I've used semi-gloss after painting my sniper rifles, and it really improved the paintjob. Once you get the clear coat on, use fine steel wool to rough up the shine.
And, one thing that was mentioned a few times before (I recall Poncho bringing this tip to my attention), use a base coat of tan no matter what paint you plan to use. It covers the black gun, providing a lighter background to the paint you apply, allowing the true colours of your paint to show, as opposed to not using a light background and having a darker paintjob in the end.
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