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

Transfers and selling in Paris

FFL transfers: 1 dealer in Paris has confirmed it accepts FFL transfers; up to 6 other licensed dealers hold a licence type that can receive one but have not posted a transfer policy; 1 store does not accept transfers. Call ahead to confirm and ask about the fee. See transfer dealers in Paris →
Selling or pawning: No licensed firearms pawnbroker in this city.

How an FFL transfer works →Typical transfer fees →

Nearby cities with more dealers

Winchester16 dealers · 14 mi
Cynthiana9 dealers · 15 mi
Georgetown12 dealers · 16 mi
Lexington47 dealers · 16 mi
Mount Sterling9 dealers · 18 mi

Buying a gun in Kentucky

Kentucky 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 Paris: common questions

How many gun stores are in Paris, KY?

Paris has 8 active Federal Firearms License holders in the current ATF data: 7 Type 01 retail dealers, 1 Type 07 manufacturer and 0 Type 02 pawnbrokers, including 1 SOT dealer that can handle NFA items.

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

Yes. 1 dealer in Paris has confirmed it accepts FFL transfers; up to 6 other licensed dealers hold a licence type that can receive one but have not posted a transfer policy; 1 store does not accept transfers. 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 Paris have more gun stores?

Winchester (16 dealers, about 14 miles away) and Cynthiana (9), Georgetown (12) have larger selections of FFL dealers within driving distance.