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

Transfers and selling in Benton

FFL transfers: 2 dealers in Benton have confirmed they accept FFL transfers; up to 6 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 Benton →
Selling or pawning: No licensed firearms pawnbroker in this city.

How an FFL transfer works →Typical transfer fees →

Nearby cities with more dealers

Bossier City30 dealers · 9 mi
Haughton11 dealers · 10 mi
Shreveport61 dealers · 15 mi
Minden15 dealers · 25 mi
Ruston13 dealers · 62 mi

Buying a gun in Louisiana

Louisiana 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 Benton: common questions

How many gun stores are in Benton, LA?

Benton has 8 active Federal Firearms License holders in the current ATF data: 5 Type 01 retail dealers, 3 Type 07 manufacturers and 0 Type 02 pawnbrokers, including 3 SOT dealers that can handle NFA items.

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

Yes. 2 dealers in Benton have confirmed they accept FFL transfers; up to 6 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 Benton have more gun stores?

Bossier City (30 dealers, about 9 miles away) and Haughton (11), Shreveport (61) have larger selections of FFL dealers within driving distance.