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

Transfers and selling in Gaston

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

How an FFL transfer works →Typical transfer fees →

Nearby cities with more dealers

West Columbia31 dealers · 12 mi
Lexington46 dealers · 17 mi
Columbia56 dealers · 19 mi
Gilbert10 dealers · 23 mi
Leesville6 dealers · 26 mi

Buying a gun in South Carolina

South 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 Gaston: common questions

How many gun stores are in Gaston, SC?

Gaston 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 Gaston?

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

West Columbia (31 dealers, about 12 miles away) and Lexington (46), Columbia (56) have larger selections of FFL dealers within driving distance.