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

Transfers and selling in Tipton

FFL transfers: 1 dealer in Tipton has confirmed it accepts FFL transfers; up to 3 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

West Liberty5 dealers · 16 mi
Iowa City12 dealers · 21 mi
Muscatine12 dealers · 24 mi
Anamosa5 dealers · 25 mi
Marion8 dealers · 30 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 Tipton: common questions

How many gun stores are in Tipton, IA?

Tipton has 4 active Federal Firearms License holders in the current ATF data: 2 Type 01 retail dealers, 2 Type 07 manufacturers and 0 Type 02 pawnbrokers.

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

Yes. 1 dealer in Tipton has confirmed it accepts FFL transfers; up to 3 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 Tipton have more gun stores?

West Liberty (5 dealers, about 16 miles away) and Iowa City (12), Muscatine (12) have larger selections of FFL dealers within driving distance.