Custom AR Builds
Built Around Your NeedsAt Bearded Gunworks, we offer both fully custom AR-15 builds and DIY AR build kits designed around your needs. Whether you want a rifle professionally assembled from premium components or a complete parts kit to build yourself, we make the process simple and reliable.
Magpul
Geissele
JP Enterprises
Sig Sauer
Forward Controls Design
Aero Precision
Aero Precision
Forward Controls Design (FCD)
Forward Controls Design (FCD)
Magpul
Geissele
Geissele
Yankee Hill Machine (YHM)
Balistic Advantage
Bravo Company USA (BCM)
Magpul
Magpul
Magpul/ BGW
Evolve Weapon Systems
Custom AR-15
Build for your purposeAt Bearded Gunworks, we specialize in custom AR-15 builds designed around your exact needs. Whether you’re looking for a precision rifle, duty-grade defensive firearm, competition setup, or a fully customized range rifle, we handle every step of the process.
Instead of trying to research parts, track down inventory, and buy specialized tools, you can simply work with us to design the rifle you want — and we’ll handle the rest.
From individual component selection to final assembly and test firing, our goal is to deliver a rifle that performs exactly how you expect.
Why Choose a Custom AR Build?
A custom AR-15 gives you complete control over the performance, ergonomics, and aesthetics of your rifle.
Benefits of a custom build include:
• Selecting premium components from trusted manufacturers
• Optimizing weight, recoil, and balance
• Choosing the right barrel length and gas system
• Installing high-performance triggers and controls
• Matching the rifle to your intended use (defense, hunting, competition, range use)
With a custom AR-15 build from Bearded Gunworks, you’re not limited to factory configurations.
You get a rifle built specifically for your shooting style and application.
Our Process
We discuss your goals for the rifle so we can build exactly what you need.
- Intended use
- Budget
- Preferred brands
- Desired features
- Optics and accessories
We help you select the right components for your build.
- Lower receiver
- Upper receiver
- Barrel
- Bolt carrier group
- Trigger group
- Handguard / rail system
- Buffer system
- Furniture (stock & grip)
- Optics and accessories
Your rifle is assembled with proper tools and techniques to ensure reliability, accuracy, and long-term durability.
Before delivery, every rifle goes through a thorough inspection to ensure everything runs properly.
- Function checked
- Test fired when applicable
- Full inspection
You are informed your build is complete. We then schedule a pickup, or process the transfer to your FFL of choice. Standard local and federal laws are in place and background checks are required.
Build Options
We offer Multiple Levels of Customization:
Complete AR-15 Builds
- Fully custom rifles built from the ground up.
Upper Receiver Builds
- Upgrade your existing rifle with a custom upper assembly.
Lower Receiver Builds
- Complete custom lower builds with premium triggers and controls.
Performance Upgrades
- Trigger upgrades, handguard swaps, barrel replacements, and other enhancements.
Popular Configurations
Some of the most common builds customers request include:
• 12.5″ or 13.9″ General Purpose Rifles
• 16″ Lightweight Carbines
• Precision SPR-style rifles
• Suppressor-optimized builds
• Competition rifles
If you have a concept in mind, we can help turn it into a fully functional custom rifle.
Trusted Components by Proven Brands
Save Money and Avoid Headache
Many customers start building an AR-15 themselves only to discover they need:• Specialized armorer tools
• A vice and receiver blocks
• Torque wrenches
• Headspace gauges
• Time spent troubleshooting issues
By working with Bearded Gunworks, you avoid the guesswork and tool investment while still getting a fully customized rifle.
