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

Transfers and selling in Colstrip

FFL transfers: 2 dealers in Colstrip have confirmed they accept FFL transfers; up to 5 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 Colstrip →
Selling or pawning: No licensed firearms pawnbroker in this city.

How an FFL transfer works →Typical transfer fees →

Nearby cities with more dealers

Miles City9 dealers · 52 mi
Billings70 dealers · 92 mi
Laurel10 dealers · 105 mi
Glendive13 dealers · 123 mi
Lewistown12 dealers · 155 mi

Buying a gun in Montana

Montana 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 Colstrip: common questions

How many gun stores are in Colstrip, MT?

Colstrip has 7 active Federal Firearms License holders in the current ATF data: 6 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 Colstrip?

Yes. 2 dealers in Colstrip have confirmed they accept FFL transfers; up to 5 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 Colstrip have more gun stores?

Miles City (9 dealers, about 52 miles away) and Billings (70), Laurel (10) have larger selections of FFL dealers within driving distance.