Gun shop Owensboro, Kentucky
Order online, pick up at a licensed dealer in Daviess County. Owensboro is a river city on the Ohio known for bluegrass music and barbecue. Farmland and river bottoms around it hold deer and ducks.
CountyDaviess
LicensesDaviess County Sheriff (CCDW issued by Kentucky State Police)
Hunting zone—
Public rangeAbout 135 mi
How buying a gun in Owensboro 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 Kentucky law allows.
Kentucky has no purchase permit, registration or waiting period; a dealer sale uses ATF Form 4473 and the NICS check. Federal ages apply at a dealer: 21 for handguns and 18 for long guns. Online orders ship to the Kentucky FFL you pick.
Dealers in these communities all work for Owensboro-area buyers:
- Utica
- Philpot
- Maceo
- Whitesville
- Stanley
- Masonville
- Hawesville
- Livermore
Carrying a gun in Daviess County
Kentucky has allowed permitless concealed carry since 2019 for adults 21 and older who may legally own a firearm. The optional CCDW license is issued by the Kentucky State Police through the Daviess County Sheriff and helps with reciprocity. Posted private property and some government buildings remain off limits.
Hunting near Owensboro
Kentucky's 2026-27 modern gun deer season runs November 14 to 29, 2026, after archery opens in early September, with muzzleloader dates in October and December. Rifles, handguns, shotguns and muzzleloaders are legal in modern gun season. Bag limits follow county zones.
Kentucky's modern gun deer season runs November 14 to 29, 2026; river bottoms hold waterfowl.
Waterfowl hunters work the Ohio River and its sloughs, and deer hunters fill the farm country in November.
Public shooting ranges near Owensboro
These public ranges are run by or with state wildlife agencies and are good places to zero rifles and practice drills between matches. Hours, fees and rules vary; check each range page before you go.
- John A. Kleber WMA Pistol Pit and Rifle RangeOwen County, KY · Rifle, pistol
About 135 miles
Source: State wildlife agency public range lists, September 2026. Distances are approximate; call or check the agency site before you drive out.
Duck & turkey shotguns for Owensboro
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Mossberg
★ 4.8 (4)
$747.49
Gauge: 12 Gauge | Capacity: 2
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Beretta
★ 5.0 (3)
$1148.85
Gauge: 12 Gauge | Capacity: 3
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Beretta
★ 5.0 (3)
$4196.35
Gauge: 12 Gauge | Capacity: 2
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Beretta
★ 5.0 (3)
$2413.85
Gauge: 20 Gauge | Capacity: 4
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Mossberg
★ 5.0 (3)
$665.84
Gauge: 12 Gauge | Capacity: 13
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Mossberg
★ 5.0 (3)
$1128.71
Gauge: 12 Gauge | Capacity: 2
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Mossberg
★ 5.0 (3)
$1097.09
Gauge: 12 Gauge | Capacity: 7
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Mossberg
★ 5.0 (3)
$1028.09
Gauge: 12 Gauge | Capacity: 4
Deer rifles for Owensboro
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Mossberg
★ 4.6 (5)
$480.69
Caliber: .300 Win Mag | Capacity: 3
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Mossberg
★ 4.4 (5)
$711.84
Caliber: .270 Winchester | Capacity: 4
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Mossberg
★ 5.0 (4)
$558.31
Caliber: .243 Winchester | Capacity: 5
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Mossberg
★ 5.0 (4)
$668.14
Caliber: .308 Win | Capacity: 5
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Mossberg
★ 5.0 (4)
$492.76
Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor | Capacity: 4
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Springfield Armory
★ 5.0 (4)
$1792.84
Caliber: 7.62x51 NATO, .308 Win | Capacity: 10
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Mossberg
★ 4.5 (4)
$456.54
Caliber: .270 Winchester | Capacity: 5
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Mossberg
★ 4.5 (4)
$788.89
Caliber: .300 Win Mag | Capacity: 3
Buying a gun in Owensboro: common questions
Can I buy a gun online and pick it up in Owensboro?
Yes. Order here, name a licensed FFL dealer in Utica, Philpot, Maceo, Owensboro or anywhere in Daviess 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 carry concealed in Kentucky?
No, for eligible adults 21 and older. The CCDW license is optional.
When is the 2026 modern gun deer season in Kentucky?
November 14 to 29, 2026.
Do Kentucky Fish and Wildlife ranges need a permit?
Yes. An annual or one-day shooting range permit is required on department ranges.
Can I use my 3-gun shotgun for ducks near Owensboro?
Yes, if it is plugged to three shells and you use non-toxic shot, with the right licenses and stamps.
What does an FFL transfer cost in Owensboro?
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.
Nearby cities
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General information, not legal advice. Rules current as of September 2026. See our buying guide and check with Daviess County Sheriff (CCDW issued by Kentucky State Police) or a local attorney about your own situation.