Gun Show Guides

Practical, no-fluff guides to attending, buying at, and selling at gun shows in the United States.

• Your First Gun Show: A Complete Beginner's Guide

  What to expect at your first gun show — admission, hours, rules, what to bring, how to inspect a used firearm, and how to negotiate.

• The "Gun Show Loophole," Explained

  What the term 'gun show loophole' actually refers to, what federal law requires at gun shows, and how state private-sale rules differ.

• How to Sell at a Gun Show: Tables, Fees, and Setup

  How to book a table at a gun show, what tables cost, licensing requirements, and how to set up a booth that actually sells.

Quick answers instead? Read the gun show FAQ.