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

Transfers and selling in Terra Alta

FFL transfers: 1 dealer in Terra Alta has confirmed it accepts FFL transfers; up to 6 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 Terra Alta →
Selling or pawning: No licensed firearms pawnbroker in this city.

How an FFL transfer works →Typical transfer fees →

Nearby cities with more dealers

Morgantown24 dealers · 24 mi
Fairmont21 dealers · 32 mi
Keyser10 dealers · 32 mi
Elkins17 dealers · 40 mi
Moorefield8 dealers · 42 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 Terra Alta: common questions

How many gun stores are in Terra Alta, WV?

Terra Alta 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.

Can I have a gun shipped to an FFL in Terra Alta?

Yes. 1 dealer in Terra Alta has confirmed it accepts FFL transfers; up to 6 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 Terra Alta have more gun stores?

Morgantown (24 dealers, about 24 miles away) and Fairmont (21), Keyser (10) have larger selections of FFL dealers within driving distance.