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

Transfers and selling in Estherville

FFL transfers: 2 dealers in Estherville have confirmed they accept FFL transfers; up to 8 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. See transfer dealers in Estherville →
Selling or pawning: No licensed firearms pawnbroker in this city.

How an FFL transfer works →Typical transfer fees →

Nearby cities with more dealers

Mason City16 dealers · 84 mi
Sioux City19 dealers · 101 mi
Osage14 dealers · 102 mi
Ankeny20 dealers · 131 mi
Cedar Falls16 dealers · 134 mi

Buying a gun in Iowa

Iowa 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 Estherville: common questions

How many gun stores are in Estherville, IA?

Estherville has 10 active Federal Firearms License holders in the current ATF data: 6 Type 01 retail dealers, 3 Type 07 manufacturers and 0 Type 02 pawnbrokers.

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

Yes. 2 dealers in Estherville have confirmed they accept FFL transfers; up to 8 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 Estherville have more gun stores?

Mason City (16 dealers, about 84 miles away) and Sioux City (19), Osage (14) have larger selections of FFL dealers within driving distance.