Durkin Tactical

Durkin Tactical started in 2017 as a family-owned operation, selling at trade shows and gun shows before building the online business you see today. Located in Eudora, Kansas, they've grown into a go-to source for AR-15 build kits and tactical components, shipping across the continental US.

Their inventory spans:

• •Complete Build Kits: 16" Premium AR-15 Rifle Build Kits (starting around $312), 7.5" AR-15 Pistol Build Kits, and pre-assembled options
• •Upper Receivers & Parts: Barrels in .223/5.56, .300 Blackout, and specialty calibers; bolt carrier groups; charging handles; handguards (including free-float quad rails)
• •Lower Receivers & Parts: 80% lowers with Cerakote finishes, lower parts kits, pistol braces, stocks, buffer kits, triggers
• •Ammunition: Pistol ammo, rifle ammo, shotgun shells, brass, and ammo cans
• •Tactical Gear: Holsters, tactical vests, slings, optics, scope rings, bipods, grips, magazines (laser-engraved options)
• •Survival & Equipment: First aid kits, bags/packs, AR tools and cleaning supplies, bore sights, TekMat mats
• •Accessories: CAA Micro Conversion Kits for Glock, Polymer80, and Taurus; Cerakoted finishes on uppers, handguards, and lowers
• •Specialty Items: Tannerite, flame throwers, can and golfball launchers

"Any gun enthusiast, from hobbyists to wholesale dealers, will notice our top-tier product quality right away." — From their site

Their build kits come with everything needed to assemble a functional firearm—except the serialized lower receiver. This is the key: you only need an FFL to receive a fully assembled gun or a serialized lower. Since their kits stop one component short, they ship nationwide without FFL requirements. Once you source a lower receiver separately, you have a complete, functional firearm.

• •Affordability Without Cutting Corners: A 16" .223/5.56 Premium AR-15 Rifle Build Kit runs $312.49 (on sale from $449.99). Their 16" Black Friday AR-15 Rifle Build Kit hits $249.99. They emphasize that all components meet their standards—they won't list products they wouldn't use themselves.

• •American-Made Focus: Their kits and parts are manufactured in the US, with quality control that prioritizes compatibility and durability.

• •Bulk & Wholesale Options: They offer wholesale pricing for dealers and businesses. First responders, military, and firefighters get discounts at checkout.

• •Shipping Insurance: Competitive pricing plus optional shipping insurance removes the risk from ordering online.

• •No FFL Required: Because kits aren't complete firearms, you don't need a Federal Firearms License to order from them. You only need an FFL when the lower receiver is involved.
• •Shipping Restrictions: Cannot ship to Washington State or Chicago, Illinois (billing addresses in these locations are acceptable, but shipping cannot occur there).
• •New Inventory Constantly: The "New Items" section rotates frequently, including recent additions like Amend2 5.56 magazines and spiral-fluted stainless steel barrels.
• •Clearance & Sales: Regular discounts on overstocked items and seasonal sales (Black Friday offerings noted).

• •Blog: Educational articles on builds, AR-15 mechanics, and company history.

• •FAQ Coverage:
• •Where to find AR-15 parts (their site)
• •Cost of building from scratch (reduced via kits)
• •FFL requirements clarified
• •First-build advice (kits simplify the process)
• •Difficulty level (emphasized as beginner-friendly)

• •Mailing Address: PO Box 13, Eudora, KS 66025

Durkin Tactical targets shooters who want to build their own AR-15 without overpaying. Their model—complete kits that only need a serialized lower—removes legal friction and guesswork. By offering American-made components, competitive pricing, and discounts for military and first responders, they've carved out a niche in the direct-to-consumer AR parts space.