Buying a firearm from Iron Oak Armory works the same way in almost every state: you order here, we ship it to a licensed firearms dealer (FFL) near you, and you complete the transfer with them. Federal law does not allow a dealer to ship a firearm to your home.
Step by step
- Check your state and local rules. Some states require a purchase permit, a firearm ID card, or a safety certificate before you can buy, and some restrict certain models or magazines. See State & Local Restrictions.
- Pick a local FFL and call them first. Confirm they accept transfers from online dealers, ask what they charge, and check their hours. Gun shops, pawn shops, and many home-based dealers do transfers.
- Place your order and choose your FFL at checkout. Use your legal name exactly as it appears on your ID.
- We verify the dealer and ship. We confirm your dealer’s license, then ship the firearm insured with a signature required. You get the tracking number by email.
- Your dealer contacts you when it arrives. Bring your ID and any permit or certificate your state requires.
- Complete the paperwork. You fill out ATF Form 4473, and your dealer runs the background check. Any state waiting period starts here.
- Take it home.
Ship to the state where you live
Federal law requires handguns to be transferred by a dealer in your state of residence, and we ship all firearms to a dealer in the state on your ID. If you split time between two states, contact us before you order.
What it costs
- The price of the firearm and shipping, paid to us
- A transfer fee paid directly to your dealer (most charge a flat fee per firearm)
- Any state background check or permit fees, collected by your dealer
If something goes wrong
- Your dealer will not accept the transfer: contact us and we will arrange shipping to another dealer or a return.
- Your background check is denied: the firearm comes back to us and we refund the purchase price minus shipping and any non-refundable fees.
- The firearm arrives damaged: have your dealer note it and contact us within 48 hours.
California buyers
California has extra steps, including a Firearm Safety Certificate, the DROS background check, a 10-day waiting period, and an approved handgun roster. See California Buyers.
