Gun shop Decatur, Alabama
Order online, pick up at a licensed dealer in Morgan County. Decatur sits on the Tennessee River next to the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge, which makes it waterfowl country as much as deer country.
CountyMorgan
Pistol permitsMorgan County Sheriff
Deer zoneSplit — see map
State rangeAbout 20 mi
How buying a gun in Decatur 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. At the counter you fill out Form 4473 and the dealer runs the federal background check. Alabama adds no purchase permit, no registration and no waiting period. Ammunition, optics and parts ship straight to your door.
Dealers in these communities all work for Decatur-area buyers:
- Hartselle
- Priceville
- Trinity
- Somerville
- Falkville
- Eva
- Danville
Carrying and pistol permits in Morgan County
Since January 1, 2023 Alabama has permitless carry: anyone 19 or older (18 for active military, veterans and law enforcement) who can legally own a handgun may carry it concealed without a permit. A pistol permit is still worth having if you travel, because many other states honor an Alabama permit but not permitless carry. In Morgan County permits are issued by the Morgan County Sheriff's Office; each county sets its own fees and permit lengths, and many offer lifetime permits. See our Alabama pistol permit guide.
Deer season near Decatur, 2026-27
Most of Morgan County is in Zone A; parts are in Zones C and D. Gun deer season opens November 21, 2026 in Zones A, B, C and the CWD zone, and November 7 in Zones D and E and runs to February 10, 2027 on private land. Zone lines follow roads and rivers, so check the Outdoor Alabama deer zone map for your exact property.
Parts of Morgan County are in deer Zones C and D, where seasons differ; check the map for your land. Swan Creek WMA and its state range are just across the river in Limestone County.
Public shooting ranges near Decatur
Alabama's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources runs twelve public shooting ranges. These are the closest to Decatur. Residents aged 16 to 64 need a valid hunting, heritage, fishing or WMA license to use them.
- Swan Creek WMA RangeADCNRLimestone County · Shotgun, rifle, pistol, muzzleloader
About 20 miles · 256-353-2634 - Skyline WMA Shooting RangeADCNRJackson County · Shotgun, rifle, pistol
About 45 miles · 256-587-3114 - Freedom Hills WMA RangeADCNRColbert County · Shotgun, rifle, pistol, archery
About 50 miles · 256-353-2634
Source: Outdoor Alabama public shooting range directory, September 2026. Distances are approximate; call before you drive out.
Duck & turkey shotguns for Decatur
Shotgun guide →Ships to FFL
Mossberg
★ 4.2 (6)
$758.41
Gauge: 12 Gauge | Capacity: 5
Ships to FFL
Beretta
★ 5.0 (5)
$1033.85
Gauge: 12 Gauge | Capacity: 3
Ships to FFL
Mossberg
★ 5.0 (5)
$689.99
Gauge: 12 Gauge | Capacity: 7
Ships to FFL
Mossberg
★ 5.0 (5)
$583.61
Gauge: 20 Gauge | Capacity: 5
Ships to FFL
Ships to FFL
Mossberg
★ 4.8 (5)
$1289.14
Gauge: 12 Gauge | Capacity: 4
Ships to FFL
Mossberg
★ 4.8 (5)
$526.11
Gauge: 20 Gauge | Capacity: 5
Ships to FFL
Mossberg
★ 4.8 (5)
$1090.19
Gauge: 12 Gauge | Capacity: 2
Deer rifles for Decatur
Deer season guide →Ships to FFL
Springfield Armory
★ 4.6 (7)
$1959.59
Caliber: 7.62x51 NATO, .308 Win | Capacity: 10
Ships to FFL
Mossberg
★ 5.0 (6)
$657.79
Caliber: .270 Winchester | Capacity: 5
Ships to FFL
Springfield Armory
★ 4.8 (6)
$2151.64
Caliber: .308 Win | Capacity: 10
Ships to FFL
Mossberg
★ 4.7 (6)
$491.04
Caliber: .350 Legend | Capacity: 4
Ships to FFL
Mossberg
★ 5.0 (5)
$635.36
Caliber: .450 Bushmaster | Capacity: 3
Ships to FFL
Mossberg
★ 5.0 (5)
$491.04
Caliber: .243 Winchester | Capacity: 4
Ships to FFL
Mossberg
★ 5.0 (5)
$492.19
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield | Capacity: 5
Ships to FFL
Springfield Armory
★ 5.0 (5)
$1701.41
Caliber: 7.62x51 NATO, .308 Win | Capacity: 10
Buying a gun in Decatur: common questions
Can I buy a gun online and pick it up in Decatur?
Yes. Order here, name a licensed FFL dealer in Hartselle, Priceville, Trinity, Decatur or anywhere in Morgan County, and we ship the firearm to them. You fill out ATF Form 4473 at their counter and they run the federal background check.
Do I need a permit to buy a gun in Alabama?
No. Alabama has no purchase permit, no gun registration and no waiting period. You need to be 21 to buy a handgun from a dealer and 18 for a rifle or shotgun, under federal law.
Do I need a pistol permit to carry in Morgan County?
No. Since January 1, 2023 anyone 19 or older (18 for active military, veterans and law enforcement) who can legally own a handgun may carry it concealed without a permit. Many people still get one from the Morgan County Sheriff's Office because other states honor it.
Can I hunt deer with a rifle in Morgan County?
Most of Morgan County is in Zone A; parts are in Zones C and D. Gun deer season opens November 21, 2026 in Zones A, B, C and the CWD zone, and November 7 in Zones D and E and runs to February 10, 2027 on private land. Zone lines follow roads and rivers, so check the Outdoor Alabama deer zone map for your exact property.
What does an FFL transfer cost in Decatur?
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.
Do I need non-toxic shot for ducks?
Yes. Federal law requires non-toxic shot, such as steel, bismuth or tungsten, for all waterfowl hunting, and a shotgun plugged to hold no more than three shells.
Nearby cities
All 22 cities →More Alabama guides
General information, not legal advice. Rules current as of September 2026. See our Alabama gun law overview and ask an Alabama attorney about your own situation.