Gun shop Hannibal, Missouri
Order online, pick up at a licensed dealer in Marion County. Hannibal is Mark Twain's boyhood town, set between limestone bluffs on the Mississippi River. Tourism, river trade and farming keep the town going.
CountyMarion
LicensesMarion County Sheriff
Hunting zone—
Public rangeAbout 45 mi
How buying a gun in Hannibal 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 Missouri law allows.
Missouri has no permit to purchase, no gun registration and no state waiting period. When you pick up a firearm at 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. Ammunition, optics and most parts ship straight to your door in Missouri.
Dealers in these communities all work for Hannibal-area buyers:
- Palmyra
- New London
- Monroe City
- Oakwood
- Quincy
- Ilasco
- Philadelphia
- Center
Carrying a gun in Marion County
Since January 1, 2017, Missouri residents who can legally possess a firearm may carry concealed without a permit from age 19 (18 for members of the armed forces). Many carriers still get a Missouri concealed carry permit from the Marion County Sheriff, because it is honored in more states and speeds up some purchases. The permit requires a firearms safety course of at least 8 hours with live fire. Private property owners, schools and some public buildings can still prohibit carry, so check the posted rules.
Hunting near Hannibal
The Missouri Department of Conservation sets the deer seasons. For 2026-27 the November firearms portion runs Nov. 14-24, with an early antlerless portion Oct. 9-11 in open counties, youth portions Oct. 24-25 and Nov. 27-29, a late antlerless portion Dec. 5-13 and an alternative methods portion Dec. 26 to Jan. 5. Centerfire rifles, shotguns with slugs, handguns and muzzleloaders are legal during the firearms portions; .22 rimfire is not. Check the MDC Fall Deer and Turkey booklet for Marion County's antlerless permits and any magazine limits.
Hannibal sits on the Mississippi, with river pools and backwaters for waterfowl and wooded bluffs for deer and turkey.
The Mississippi River pools north and south of town are popular public waterfowl water.
Public shooting ranges near Hannibal
The Missouri Department of Conservation runs staffed shooting ranges near the big metro areas and more than 35 free, unstaffed ranges on conservation areas. Check the MDC range page for hours and fees before you drive.
- William R. Logan Conservation Area rangeLincoln County · Rifle, pistol, shotgun (unstaffed)
About 45 miles - Reifsnider State Forest rangeWarren County · Rifle, pistol, shotgun (unstaffed)
About 60 miles - August A. Busch Shooting Range and Outdoor Education CenterSt. Charles County · Rifle, pistol, shotgun trap and skeet, archery
About 75 miles
Source: Missouri Department of Conservation shooting range list, September 2026. Distances are approximate; call or check the agency site before you drive out.
Duck & turkey shotguns for Hannibal
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Mossberg
★ 4.9 (14)
$999.91
Gauge: 12 Gauge | Capacity: 7
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Mossberg
★ 4.9 (14)
$629.04
Gauge: 12 Gauge | Capacity: 8
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Beretta
★ 4.7 (14)
$1149.99
Gauge: 12 Gauge | Capacity: 7
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Mossberg
★ 5.0 (13)
$574.99
Gauge: 12 Gauge | Capacity: 8
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Mossberg
★ 4.9 (13)
$751.51
Gauge: 12 Gauge | Capacity: 4
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Mossberg
★ 4.8 (12)
$632.49
Gauge: 12 Gauge | Capacity: 6
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Mossberg
★ 5.0 (10)
$914.81
Gauge: 12 Gauge | Capacity: 4
Deer rifles for Hannibal
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Taurus
$783.71
Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor | Capacity: 5
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Springfield Armory
★ 4.9 (33)
$2003.86
Caliber: .308 Win | Capacity: 10
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Springfield Armory
★ 4.9 (29)
$2319.54
Caliber: .308 Win | Capacity: 10
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Springfield Armory
★ 4.9 (27)
$2001.56
Caliber: 7.62x51 NATO, .308 Win | Capacity: 10
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Mossberg
★ 4.6 (16)
$570.96
Caliber: 7.62x51 NATO, .308 Win | Capacity: 5
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Mossberg
★ 4.7 (13)
$855.01
Caliber: 7.62x51 NATO, .308 Win | Capacity: 10
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Mossberg
★ 4.9 (12)
$785.44
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield | Capacity: 4
Buying a gun in Hannibal: common questions
Can I buy a gun online and pick it up in Hannibal?
Yes. Order here, name a licensed FFL dealer in Palmyra, New London, Monroe City, Hannibal or anywhere in Marion 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 gun in Hannibal?
No. Missouri has no permit to purchase. You show ID, complete Form 4473 and pass a NICS background check at the dealer who receives your order.
Is there a waiting period in Missouri?
No. Missouri has no state waiting period. Once the background check clears, your dealer can hand over the firearm the same day.
Can I carry a concealed handgun in Hannibal without a permit?
Yes, if you are 19 or older (18 in the military) and can legally possess a firearm. A permit from the Marion County Sheriff is optional but useful when you travel to other states.
How does a gun I order get to Hannibal?
We ship every firearm to a licensed dealer near Hannibal that you choose at checkout. The dealer runs the background check and completes the transfer; ammunition and gear ship to your door.
What does a Missouri dealer charge for a transfer?
Transfer fees are set by each dealer, commonly $25 to $50 per firearm. Ask the dealer near Hannibal before you order.
What shotgun works for ducks and turkey near Hannibal?
A 12- or 20-gauge pump or semi-auto covers both. Waterfowl need non-toxic shot and a plug that limits the gun to three shells; spring turkey hunters use tighter chokes and heavier loads.
What does an FFL transfer cost in Hannibal?
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 Missouri gun law overview and check with Marion County Sheriff or a local attorney about your own situation.