
CERAKOTE Certified!
Check out our applicator page on Cerakote's website and leave us a review!
https://www.cerakote.com/applicators/35889/custom-defense-firearms
If you are not familiar with it, check out their website for more info
https://www.cerakote.com/resources/testing
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Here are some links to comparisons between Cerakote and other finishes along with a full corrosion comparison.
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Cerakote & Anodizing
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Cerakote & Blueing
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Cerakote & Nitride
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Cerakote & PVD
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Cerakote & Teflon
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Corrosion Testing​​​​​
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CERAKOTE PRICING OVERVIEW
Why Choose Custom Defense Firearms for Cerakote?
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Certified Cerakote applicator, trusted since 2014
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Extreme durability: abrasion, corrosion, and chemical resistance
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Precision prep ensures coatings bond properly for years of service
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Only certified shop in Bell, Coryell, and Lampasas counties
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No shipping, no extremely long waits- Local, convenient, and personal
Basic Pricing
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Single Color
$65
2–3 Colors / Standard Patterns – (Black Multicam (3), Alpine (3), Distressed (2), etc.)
$145
4 + / Advanced Patterns – (Multicam (7), DBDU Desert Camo (6), M81 (4), etc.)
+$35 per additional color
*Prices apply to standard-sized parts (ex., pistol slide, AR upper, AR lower, 15” handguard, etc.)
Larger or oversized items may incur additional charges due to overall surface area, materials, prep and coating time.
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Other Common Components in Single Color
*Multi-color Patterns on any below items are priced based on pattern(s), the items themselves along with accompanying items or not.
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Small Parts – (Pistol, AR, Bolt Actions style components, Car Parts, Knobs, etc.)
$15 – $45
*Pricing without accompanying any standard or large parts will increase the price due to setup, materials, prep, etc. for small items alone.
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Pistol Barrels
$45 – $75
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AR Bolt Carriers
$65 – $75
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Buffer Tubes
$45 – $65
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AR Style Barrels
$50 – $75
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Barrels over 15 inches
$75 – $150
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Knife Blades – (Pocket, Full Tang, etc.)
$75 – $150
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Multi-Piece AR Style Stocks – (Magpul PRS, UBR, etc.)
$90 – $175
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Optic Mounts
$75 – $225
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Barreled Receivers – (Remington 700, etc)
$90 – $175
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Bolt Action Stocks / Chassis – (Magpul, MDT, Ultradyne, XLR, etc.)
$275 – $525
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AK47 and Similar Rifle and Pistol Variants
AK Variant Carrier – (Polished portion gets taped up)
$75 – $125
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AK Variant Dust Cover – (Standard, Railed, Texas Weapon Systems, etc. )
$75 – $150
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AK Variant Folding Stock
$125 – $225
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AK Barreled Receiver – (We do not remove and or install trunions)
$275 – $525
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Automotive
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Automotive Shift Knobs – (Plastic or Metal)
$65 – $125
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Automotive Interior Dash / Door / Headliner Pieces – (Plastic or Metal, Size dependent)
$65 – $200
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Automotive Emblems – (Plastic or Metal)
$55 – $125
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Automotive Exterior Trim – (Plastic or Metal)
$85 – $150
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Automotive Hub Caps or Similar – (Less than 10" in Diameter)
$100 – $175
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Automotive Small Engine Component Covers and Components – (Plastic or Metal)
$85 – $175
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Automotive Valve Covers – (Plastic or Metal)
$250 – $400
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Automotive Short Tube Header – (Piston Coat (Thermal Barrier), Transfer Grey (Heat Dissipating), etc.)
$225 – $425
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Automotive Long Tube Header – (Piston Coat (Thermal Barrier), Transfer Grey (Heat Dissipating), etc.)
$325 – $550
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Combo Packages
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Pistol (slide + frame, single color)
$130 – $200
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Pistol (slide + frame, standard pattern)
$250 – $325
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Pistol (slide + frame, advanced pattern)
$275 – $375​
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HC1911/2011 Style Pistol (slide + frame + grip module, single color)
$195 - $250
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HC1911/2011 Style Pistol (slide + frame + grip module, standard pattern)
$275 – $350
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HC1911/2011 Style Pistol (slide + frame + grip module, advanced pattern)
$375 – $425
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AR-15 (upper + lower + handguard + basic stock/brace, single color)
$275 – $375
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AR-15 (upper + lower + handguard + basic stock/brace, standard pattern)
$375 – $475
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AR-15 (upper + lower + handguard + basic stock/brace, advanced pattern)
$500 – $650
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AK Variant (barreled receiver + dust cover + bottom handguard + top handguard, single color)
$475 – $575
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AK Variant (barreled receiver + dust cover + bottom handguard + top handguard, standard pattern)
$550 – $675
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AK Variant (barreled receiver + dust cover + bottom handguard + top handguard, advanced pattern)
$675 – $800
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*Packaging multiple components at the same time ensures a consistent, complete, and cohesive finish across the items. Coating parts separately, even in the same color or pattern, may result in visible variation(s) due to batch differences. Bundling components avoids additional setup costs compared to individual and can reduce total costs for pattern work.
Custom Work & Design
Design services: $45–$75/hour depending on complexity. Custom logos, artwork recreation, themes and more.
Ask about our laser engraving, laser cutting and porting services to add another element to your new coating.
Questions about a custom one-off project? Email us and we’ll go over all your options.
Wholesale & Partnerships
Manufacturers, builders, industry partners: Wholesale pricing available for 25+ pieces in the same color or pattern.
Contact us to discuss ongoing partnerships, volume discounts, trade show projects and non-firearm parts.
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