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

Transfers and selling in Jefferson

FFL transfers: 1 dealer in Jefferson has confirmed it accepts 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 Jefferson →
Selling or pawning: No licensed firearms pawnbroker in this city.

How an FFL transfer works →Typical transfer fees →

Nearby cities with more dealers

Boone8 dealers · 18 mi
North Wilkesboro6 dealers · 24 mi
Elkin7 dealers · 32 mi
Lenoir16 dealers · 33 mi
Taylorsville16 dealers · 39 mi

Buying a gun in North Carolina

North Carolina 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 Jefferson: common questions

How many gun stores are in Jefferson, NC?

Jefferson has 5 active Federal Firearms License holders in the current ATF data: 5 Type 01 retail dealers, 0 Type 07 manufacturers and 0 Type 02 pawnbrokers.

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

Yes. 1 dealer in Jefferson has confirmed it accepts 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 Jefferson have more gun stores?

Boone (8 dealers, about 18 miles away) and North Wilkesboro (6), Elkin (7) have larger selections of FFL dealers within driving distance.