Custom Defense Firearms

Custom Defense Firearms is a certified Cerakote applicator serving Bell, Coryell, and Lampasas counties—and they're the only certified shop in the region. Founded in 2014, they handle precision coating work for firearms and automotive parts without the mail-in delays.

Cerakote Finishing - Single-color finishes: $145 (slides, uppers, lowers, handguards) - Standard patterns (Multicam, Alpine, Distressed): $145–$180 - Advanced patterns (full Multicam, DBDU, M81): $180–$250+ - Small parts: $15–$45 (depends on setup) - Barreled receivers and chassis: $90–$525 - AK variants, pistol barrels, optic mounts, bolt carriers—all in-house

• •Combo Packages (bulk pricing for complete builds)
• •Pistol (slide + frame): $130–$375 depending on pattern
• •AR-15 (upper + lower + handguard + stock): $275–$650
• •AK variant (receiver + covers + handguards): $475–$800

Bundling parts at once ensures consistent color matching and reduces setup costs compared to coating pieces separately.

Custom Design & Laser Work - Custom logos, artwork, and engraving: $45–$75/hour - Laser engraving, cutting, and porting services available

Automotive Coatings Shift knobs, dash trim, valve covers, headers, emblems, and engine components—Cerakote works on anything metal or plastic.

Their website includes detailed comparisons showing Cerakote's advantages in: - Abrasion resistance - Corrosion resistance - Chemical resistance - Durability testing against blueing, nitride, anodizing, PVD, and Teflon

Manufacturers and builders: volume pricing available for 25+ pieces in the same color or pattern.