Lead & Steel

Lead & Steel manufactures AR-15 and AR-10 components, complete rifle systems, and optics from their Columbus, Ohio facility. Rather than just sourcing parts, they design and produce their own products—from barrels and bolt carrier groups to red dot sights—making them a manufacturer, not just a dealer.

The ARC redefines the AR-15 platform with purpose-built components selected for the professional end user. Complete uppers start at $599.99, with configurations available in 5.56x45mm and various barrel lengths including a 13.9" Olive option.

• •Chrome-Lined HM MONOBLOC Barrels (Lead & Steel exclusive) - Multiple lengths available, currently on sale from $249.99
• •ARC C158 Grit Cutter Bolt Carrier Groups - Available in TiN and DLC finishes with Individual HP/MPI testing
• •AR-9 Bolt Carrier Group - Black Nitride finish at $200
• •Drop-in Quad Rails - 7" and 12" carbine-length models with enhanced design
• •Quality Gas Blocks (QGB) - 0.750" and 0.625" options starting at $39.99
• •Muzzle Devices - Carry Forward Controls options like the 6315KM and Xeno models

Central Ohio Research Division (established 2025) spun out Lead & Steel's microelectronics department. CORD produces:

• •Promethean LP-1 Red Dot - $449.99–$539.99, featuring anodized replacement hoods ($49.99)
• •Pandora PB-3 Micro Red Dot Sight - $399.99–$449.99 with anti-reflective device accessory
• •Pandora PB-K Micro Red Dot - Extended pre-order pricing through 1/16 at $299.99
• •Optics Mounts - Including Calculated Kinetics ACRO plates and Ghost adapter plates for pistol-mounted dots

As an optics engineering firm, Lead & Steel developed proprietary mounts to provide cowitness and riser options for their own optics.

• •Complete AR-15 Lower Parts Kits (LPK) - $89.99
• •Mil-Spec Carry Handles - $84.99
• •Serrated Standard Gas Block Screws - $1.00
• •Gas Tubes - Various lengths at $12.99

"Fulfillment delayed beginning 1/12. Come visit us at SHOT Show, booth #41241."

They actively exhibit at major industry shows and maintain a dealer program for distributors. Lead & Steel also offers military/law enforcement pricing and has a knowledge center on their website.

Many items are on clearance or sale. AR-15 barrels are currently discounted, and certain BCGs show significant markdowns. Some popular items (complete uppers, certain BCG finishes) frequently show "out of stock" status, indicating production demand outpaces inventory.

Nationwide shipping available. Warranty information and shipping restrictions detailed on their site. Newsletter signup available for updates on new products and pre-orders.