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

Transfers and selling in Waukon

FFL transfers: 2 dealers in Waukon have confirmed they accept FFL transfers; up to 4 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 Waukon →
Selling or pawning: No licensed firearms pawnbroker in this city.

How an FFL transfer works →Typical transfer fees →

Nearby cities with more dealers

Decorah11 dealers · 17 mi
Cresco7 dealers · 34 mi
New Hampton7 dealers · 45 mi
Dyersville7 dealers · 55 mi
Dubuque14 dealers · 65 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 Waukon: common questions

How many gun stores are in Waukon, IA?

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

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

Yes. 2 dealers in Waukon have confirmed they accept FFL transfers; up to 4 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 Waukon have more gun stores?

Decorah (11 dealers, about 17 miles away) and Cresco (7), New Hampton (7) have larger selections of FFL dealers within driving distance.