Gun shop Safford, Arizona
Order online, pick up at a licensed dealer in Graham County. Safford is a farming and copper-mining town in the Gila Valley beneath Mount Graham.
CountyGraham
LicensesArizona Department of Public Safety
Hunting zone—
Public rangeAbout 90 mi
How buying a gun in Safford works
Pick an FFL dealer near you that accepts shipped transfers and name it at checkout. We confirm their license and ship the firearm to them. Ammunition, optics and parts ship straight to your door where Arizona law allows.
Arizona has no permit to purchase, no gun registration and no state waiting period. At pickup from a licensed dealer you show a valid photo ID, complete ATF Form 4473 and pass the federal NICS background check. Federal law sets the dealer minimum age at 18 for rifles and shotguns and 21 for handguns. Frames and receivers are firearms under federal law and go through a dealer too; slides, barrels, triggers and most other parts ship to your door.
Dealers in these communities all work for Safford-area buyers:
- Thatcher
- Pima
- Solomon
- Central
- Bryce
- Swift Trail Junction
- Fort Thomas
- Bonita
Carrying a gun in Graham County
Arizona has allowed permitless concealed carry since 2010 for anyone 21 or older who can legally possess a firearm, and open carry is legal for adults. The Arizona concealed weapons permit, issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety, is still useful: more states honor it, it can replace the NICS check at a dealer, and it allows carry in some places that are off limits without it. Check with DPS or the Graham County Sheriff if you are unsure.
Hunting near Safford
Most Arizona deer, elk and javelina hunts are by draw through the Arizona Game and Fish Department, with season dates set by game management unit; over-the-counter archery deer permits are also available. Centerfire rifles, handguns, shotguns and muzzleloaders are legal for deer during general hunts. Check the 2026-27 Arizona Hunting Regulations for the units near Graham County.
Mount Graham and the Pinaleño Mountains above Safford hold Coues whitetail, mule deer and bear.
Hunters here use the Coronado National Forest on Mount Graham.
Public shooting ranges near Safford
The Arizona Game and Fish Department runs the Ben Avery Shooting Facility in Phoenix and supports public ranges across the state through its range development grants. Check each range's hours and fees before you go.
- Sierra Vista Shooting RangeCochise County · Rifle, pistol, shotgun
About 90 miles - Second Knoll Shooting RangeNavajo County · Rifle, pistol, shotgun
About 100 miles - Three Points Shooting RangePima County · Rifle, pistol, shotgun
About 105 miles
Source: Arizona Game and Fish Department, Where to Shoot, September 2026. Distances are approximate; call or check the agency site before you drive out.
Deer rifles for Safford
Hunting guide →Ships to FFL
$1794.56
Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor | Capacity: 4
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$2367.84
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield | Capacity: 4
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$1833.66
Caliber: .270 Winchester | Capacity: 5
Ships to FFL
$1794.56
Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor | Capacity: 5
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$1545.59
Caliber: .243 Winchester | Capacity: 5
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$2098.16
Caliber: .308 Win | Capacity: 5
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$2098.16
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield | Capacity: 5
Carry pistols for Safford
Carry guide →Ships to FFL
Smith & Wesson
★ 4.9 (15)
$591.09
Capacity: 15 | Barrel Length: 4.0
Ships to FFL
Smith & Wesson
★ 4.7 (15)
$820.51
Capacity: 15 | Barrel Length: 4.0
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Sig Sauer
★ 4.0 (14)
$862.49
Capacity: 7 | Barrel Length: 3.0
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Springfield Armory
★ 4.9 (13)
$1607.11
Capacity: 15 | Barrel Length: 3.5
Ships to FFL
Smith & Wesson
★ 5.0 (12)
$596.26
Capacity: 8 | Barrel Length: 3.1
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Taurus
★ 4.9 (12)
$327.74
Capacity: 13 | Barrel Length: 3.71
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Sig Sauer
★ 4.8 (12)
$839.49
Capacity: 17 | Barrel Length: 3.7
Buying a gun in Safford: common questions
Can I buy a gun online and pick it up in Safford?
Yes. Order here, name a licensed FFL dealer in Thatcher, Pima, Solomon, Safford or anywhere in Graham County, and we ship the firearm to them. You fill out ATF Form 4473 at their counter and they run the background check.
Do I need a permit to buy a pistol in Safford?
No. Arizona has no permit to purchase. You show ID, complete Form 4473 and pass a NICS check at the dealer, or show an Arizona concealed weapons permit in place of the check; you must be 21 to buy a handgun from a dealer.
Is there a waiting period in Arizona?
No. Once the check clears, your Arizona dealer can release the firearm the same day.
Can I carry concealed in Safford without a permit?
Yes, if you are 21 or older and can legally possess a firearm. The Arizona CCW permit from DPS is optional but widely recognized in other states.
Does a pistol frame have to go through a dealer?
Yes. Under federal law a frame or receiver, including a kit that can readily be completed, is a firearm. It must be serialized and transferred through a licensed dealer with a background check.
How does a gun I order get to Safford?
We ship every firearm, including frames, to a licensed dealer near Safford that you choose at checkout. Parts such as slides and barrels ship to your door.
What rifle can I use for deer near Safford?
Centerfire rifles are legal for deer in general hunts. Coues whitetails and desert mule deer are often shot at long range across canyons, so flat-shooting cartridges such as 6.5 Creedmoor, .270 and 7mm magnums are popular. Most tags are by draw; check AZGFD.
What does an FFL transfer cost in Safford?
Each dealer sets its own fee, commonly $20 to $75. Call before you order to confirm the price and that they accept firearms shipped from an online store.
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General information, not legal advice. Rules current as of September 2026. See our Arizona gun law overview and check with Arizona Department of Public Safety or a local attorney about your own situation.