FFL Dealers in Hamden, CT
3 licensed firearms dealers in Hamden, Connecticut
Finding an FFL Dealer in Hamden, Connecticut
There are 3 federally licensed firearms dealers in Hamden, CT, serving a population of 60,014. These include 2 dealers / gunsmiths, 1 manufacturer of firearms.
Hamden has 5.0 FFL dealers per 100,000 residents — below the national average of 34.4 per 100K. Residents may need to consider dealers in neighboring cities for more options.
When choosing an FFL dealer for a transfer, call ahead to confirm their transfer fee and ensure they are accepting transfers. Most dealers in Hamden charge between $20–$50 per transfer. You will need a valid government-issued photo ID and must pass an NICS background check to complete any firearm purchase or transfer.
Gun Laws in Connecticut
Connecticut requires a permit to purchase all firearms and imposes a 14-day waiting period. The state has an assault weapon ban, a 10-round magazine limit, and was one of the first states to enact a red flag law.
- Concealed carry: Permit required (shall-issue)
- Waiting period: 14 days
- Background check: State-run system
- Minimum age: 21 for handguns, 18 for long guns
- Assault weapon restrictions: Yes
- Magazine limit: 10 rounds
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