Gun shop St. Johns, Arizona
Order online, pick up at a licensed dealer in Apache County. St. Johns is the Apache County seat, a ranching town on the Little Colorado River in eastern Arizona.
CountyApache
LicensesArizona Department of Public Safety
Hunting zone—
Public rangeIn the county
How buying a gun in St. Johns 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 St. Johns-area buyers:
- Concho
- Springerville
- Eagar
- Alpine
- Greer
- Nutrioso
- Sanders
- Vernon
Carrying a gun in Apache 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 Apache County Sheriff if you are unsure.
Hunting near St. Johns
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 Apache County.
Apache County holds pronghorn on the grasslands and elk and deer toward the White Mountains.
The St. Johns Shooting Range, about three miles north of town, is on the AZGFD public range list.
Public shooting ranges near St. Johns
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.
- St. Johns Shooting RangeApache County · Rifle, pistol, shotgun
About 5 miles - Second Knoll Shooting RangeNavajo County · Rifle, pistol, shotgun
About 40 miles - Northern Arizona Shooting RangeCoconino County · Rifle, pistol, shotgun, archery
About 120 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 St. Johns
Hunting guide →Ships to FFL
★ 5.0 (1)
$3458.05
Caliber: 7.62x51 NATO, .308 Win | Capacity: 20
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★ 5.0 (1)
$3233.80
Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor | Capacity: 20
Ships to FFL
Browning
★ 5.0 (1)
$1563.99
Caliber: .243 Winchester | Capacity: 4
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$1794.56
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield | Capacity: 5
Ships to FFL
$1794.56
Caliber: .243 Winchester | Capacity: 5
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Carry pistols for St. Johns
Carry guide →Ships to FFL
Smith & Wesson
★ 4.7 (18)
$629.61
Capacity: 12 | Barrel Length: 3.1
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Smith & Wesson
★ 4.5 (18)
$628.46
Capacity: 8 | Barrel Length: 3.8
Ships to FFL
Glock
★ 4.9 (17)
$587.06
Capacity: 10 | Barrel Length: 3.41
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Ruger
★ 4.9 (17)
$541.06
Capacity: 17 | Barrel Length: 3.55
Ships to FFL
Smith & Wesson
★ 4.8 (17)
$641.69
Capacity: 8 | Barrel Length: 3.7
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Smith & Wesson
★ 5.0 (16)
$918.85
Capacity: 15 | Barrel Length: 4.22
Ships to FFL
Beretta
★ 4.9 (16)
$373.74
Capacity: 8 | Barrel Length: 3.0
Ships to FFL
Sig Sauer
★ 4.9 (15)
$724.49
Capacity: 12 | Barrel Length: 3.1
Buying a gun in St. Johns: common questions
Can I buy a gun online and pick it up in St. Johns?
Yes. Order here, name a licensed FFL dealer in Concho, Springerville, Eagar, St. Johns or anywhere in Apache 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 St. Johns?
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 St. Johns 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 St. Johns?
We ship every firearm, including frames, to a licensed dealer near St. Johns that you choose at checkout. Parts such as slides and barrels ship to your door.
What rifle can I use for deer near St. Johns?
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 St. Johns?
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.