Counts come from the current ATF Federal Firearms Licensee list for Chatom, Alabama; ratings, hours and range information come from each business's public listing where available.

Transfers and selling in Chatom

FFL transfers: 1 dealer in Chatom has confirmed it accepts FFL transfers; up to 2 other licensed dealers hold a licence type that can receive one but have not posted a transfer policy. Call ahead to confirm and ask about the fee.
Selling or pawning: No licensed firearms pawnbroker in this city.

How an FFL transfer works →Typical transfer fees →

Nearby cities with more dealers

Jackson6 dealers · 20 mi
Citronelle6 dealers · 26 mi
Saraland10 dealers · 46 mi
Bay Minette7 dealers · 49 mi
Semmes5 dealers · 49 mi

Buying a gun in Alabama

Alabama follows the federal baseline: a licensed dealer runs the NICS background check on ATF Form 4473 and there is no state waiting period or purchase permit for most buyers.

State-by-state purchase rules →

Gun stores in Chatom: common questions

How many gun stores are in Chatom, AL?

Chatom has 3 active Federal Firearms License holders in the current ATF data: 2 Type 01 retail dealers, 1 Type 07 manufacturer and 0 Type 02 pawnbrokers.

Can I have a gun shipped to an FFL in Chatom?

Yes. 1 dealer in Chatom has confirmed it accepts FFL transfers; up to 2 other licensed dealers hold a licence type that can receive one but have not posted a transfer policy. Call ahead to confirm and ask about the fee. The receiving dealer completes the Form 4473 and background check before you take possession.

What larger cities near Chatom have more gun stores?

Jackson (6 dealers, about 20 miles away) and Citronelle (6), Saraland (10) have larger selections of FFL dealers within driving distance.