AZ Cerakote Armory

AZ Cerakote Armory started because the owners couldn't find a Cerakote shop that delivered on speed, consistency, and service. Owner Jeremy spent years in powder coating and aircraft mechanics — the kind of work where precision isn't negotiable. His wife brings the same attention to detail. They treat every project like it's their own.

They apply Cerakote ceramic coatings for corrosion resistance and custom finishes, plus precision laser engraving for logos, serials, and personalization. Right now they handle:

• •Firearms (once FFL is active)
• •Knives and blades
• •Tools and automotive parts
• •Motorcycle components and turbos
• •Golf clubs
• •3D-printed parts
• •Metal, wood, and coated surfaces for engraving
• •Custom Cerakote tumblers with matching colors and engraving

Not all Cerakote is the same. They offer two types:

• •Bake finishes deliver the best durability and texture but are limited to parts that fit in a standard household oven.

• •No-bake (high-temp) coatings work on large items, oven-sensitive parts like turbos and headers, plastics, and 3D-printed items.

Every project gets professional prep, masking, and inspection before coating. Before-and-after photos document every job.

Most jobs finish in 7–14 business days depending on complexity and current workload. They maintain a live turnaround time clock on their website so you can check current estimates anytime.

Pricing varies based on: - Surface area - Prep work required - Number of colors (1-, 2-, or 3-tone) - Cerakote series - Stencil or masking complexity - Disassembly/reassembly fees (optional) - Laser engraving add-ons

For tight deadlines, they offer rush service (additional fee) that moves your project to the front of the line when capacity allows.

• •Local: Mesa, Arizona drop-off available

• •National: They accept insured mail-in work nationwide. Items must be securely packaged and fully insured by the customer.

• •Whole car frames
• •Oversized industrial parts
• •Unserialized (80%) firearms
• •Illegal items

1. Request a quote — Upload photos and a description 2. Ship or drop off — Local or insured mail-in options 3. We coat, inspect, and return — Every job photographed before and after

Once their FFL is active, firearms must:

• •Comply with all federal and Arizona state laws and be legally owned
• •Be dropped off and picked up by the owner only (they're not an FFL transfer center)
• •Arrive completely unloaded — no ammunition present
• •Be cased at all times — no exceptions
• •Include valid government-issued photo ID at drop-off and pickup

• •Break-in period: Firearms may experience 200–300 rounds of normal break-in. Field-strip and clean after the first 200 rounds.

Cerakote is durable but not bulletproof — normal wear from holsters, brass ejection, and moving parts is expected and not a defect. Avoid extended direct Arizona heat when possible. Wipe oils and moisture after each use.

Cerakote cannot be spot-repaired like paint. A full recoating is the only proper method for refreshing or changing the finish. This ensures durability, adhesion, and factory-quality results.

• •Call: (909) 994-0493

• •Online: Message through their website or follow for updates on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

They're expanding training to include factory Cerakote and laser optimization processes, giving them access to finishes and techniques traditional shops can't replicate.