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

Transfers and selling in Oakes

FFL transfers: 1 dealer in Oakes 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 Oakes →
Selling or pawning: No licensed firearms pawnbroker in this city.

How an FFL transfer works →Typical transfer fees →

Nearby cities with more dealers

Valley City7 dealers · 53 mi
Jamestown16 dealers · 60 mi
Ashley7 dealers · 60 mi
Wahpeton6 dealers · 69 mi
West Fargo11 dealers · 75 mi

Buying a gun in North Dakota

North Dakota 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 Oakes: common questions

How many gun stores are in Oakes, ND?

Oakes has 5 active Federal Firearms License holders in the current ATF data: 4 Type 01 retail dealers, 1 Type 07 manufacturer and 0 Type 02 pawnbrokers.

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

Yes. 1 dealer in Oakes 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 Oakes have more gun stores?

Valley City (7 dealers, about 53 miles away) and Jamestown (16), Ashley (7) have larger selections of FFL dealers within driving distance.