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

Transfers and selling in Houlton

FFL transfers: 3 dealers in Houlton have confirmed they accept FFL transfers; up to 2 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 Houlton →
Selling or pawning: No licensed firearms pawnbroker in this city.

How an FFL transfer works →Typical transfer fees →

Nearby cities with more dealers

Skowhegan7 dealers · 130 mi
Auburn7 dealers · 183 mi
Gray7 dealers · 197 mi
Fryeburg8 dealers · 209 mi
Saco9 dealers · 220 mi

Buying a gun in Maine

Waiting period: 72 hours — all firearms.

State-by-state purchase rules →

Gun stores in Houlton: common questions

How many gun stores are in Houlton, ME?

Houlton has 6 active Federal Firearms License holders in the current ATF data: 5 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 Houlton?

Yes. 3 dealers in Houlton have confirmed they accept FFL transfers; up to 2 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 Houlton have more gun stores?

Skowhegan (7 dealers, about 130 miles away) and Auburn (7), Gray (7) have larger selections of FFL dealers within driving distance.