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

Transfers and selling in Franklin

FFL transfers: 1 dealer in Franklin has confirmed it accepts FFL transfers; up to 3 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.
Selling or pawning: No licensed firearms pawnbroker in this city.

How an FFL transfer works →Typical transfer fees →

Nearby cities with more dealers

Petersburg6 dealers · 26 mi
Moorefield8 dealers · 33 mi
Elkins17 dealers · 34 mi
Baker5 dealers · 42 mi
Elk Garden5 dealers · 51 mi

Buying a gun in West Virginia

West Virginia 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 Franklin: common questions

How many gun stores are in Franklin, WV?

Franklin has 4 active Federal Firearms License holders in the current ATF data: 3 Type 01 retail dealers, 1 Type 07 manufacturer and 0 Type 02 pawnbrokers, including 2 SOT dealers that can handle NFA items.

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

Yes. 1 dealer in Franklin has confirmed it accepts FFL transfers; up to 3 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 Franklin have more gun stores?

Petersburg (6 dealers, about 26 miles away) and Moorefield (8), Elkins (17) have larger selections of FFL dealers within driving distance.