The Dirty Bird AR-15 Bolt Carrier Group comes fully assembled and ready to be dropped in. The carrier body is machined from 8620 steel, heat treated, & MP inspected. The carrier’s bore is hard chromed for increased corrosion resistance and reliability, per mil-spec. The bolt is machined from Carpenter 158 tool steel, shot peened to relieve stress, individually high-pressure tested and MP inspected. The bolt and carrier are both treated with a Mil-Spec phosphate coating for its durability and corrosion resistance. This Dirty Bird Phosphate Bolt Carrier Group features a gas key tube that is hard chromed and properly torqued and staked screws.
Bolt
- Machined from Carpenter Technology No. 158 alloy.
- Heat treated
- Shot peened per ASTM B851/SAE AMS2430S
- Individually High Pressure Tested (test fired)
- Individually Magnetic Particle Inspected
- Manganese Phosphate Finish
Extractor
- Tool Steel Extractor
- Manganese Phosphate Finish
- Mil-Spec O-Ring
Carrier
- Machined from AISI 8620 aircraft quality alloy per ASTM A108/A322-13
- Full Mass M16 Profile
- Stress Relieved
- Hard Chrome Bore
Gas Key
- Machined from 4130 chromoly steel alloy per ASTM A108/A322-13
- Grade 8 Hardware
- Properly Staked
- Hard Chrome Internal
- Permatex sealed
MADE IN THE USA!
Backed by the Dirty Bird Industries Lifetime Warranty!
Dirty Bird Industries — Premium AR-15 and AR-10 Components, Built to Last.
Designed for builders who demand uncompromising quality, reliable performance, and accessible pricing without the premium markups common from larger brands.
Founded by Builders, Built to Last
Founded in 2015 by brothers Jay and Dustin Pitcher in a Bakersfield, California garage, Dirty Bird Industries started as a family-owned operation specializing in custom Cerakote finishes and high-quality AR parts. Building on experience from its sister site, AR15Discounts.com, Dirty Bird Industries has grown into a nationwide company with a dedicated team focused on American-made gear that shooters trust.
American-Made Quality and Precision
Through strategic partnerships with leading domestic manufacturers, Dirty Bird Industries sources and develops components using advanced CNC machining, rigorous testing, and mil-spec standards. By managing larger volumes, the company delivers proven, high-end materials and precision engineering at fair prices that meet the high standards set for its own builds.
Proven Components for Serious Builds
Standout offerings include precision-forged 7075-T6 upper and lower receivers, enhanced black nitride bolt carrier groups, single-stage nickel Teflon triggers, free-float M-LOK handguards, complete upper assemblies, and comprehensive lower parts kits. These products create a cohesive selection for everything from custom builds to high-performance rifles nationwide, supported by batch inspections, mil-spec compliance, and ongoing innovations.
Zero Risk Guarantee Program
For total confidence, Dirty Bird Industries backs eligible parts and accessories with its Zero Risk Guarantee Program. This includes free shipping on orders over $50, package protection up to $5,000, lifetime free returns with full refunds within 45 days or store credit after, and expert support. As passionate shooters, the team at Dirty Bird Industries stands behind every product because the company builds, tests, and uses them too, providing authentic value and dependable gear.



