Armed With Standards.
Hammond Tactical is Northwest Indiana's appointment-based Type 01 FFL dealer. Handguns, rifles, shotguns, ammo, and optics — sourced right, priced straight, and transferred 100% by the book.
- License
- Type 01 FFL
- Location
- Hammond, IN
- Service
- Appointment
What We Carry
No Counter Lines.
No Guesswork.
No Shortcuts.
We're not a big-box counter with a take-a-number dispenser. Every visit is a scheduled, one-on-one appointment with a licensed dealer who walks you through the paperwork, the law, and the right fit for your needs — whether it's your first firearm or your fifteenth.
Our StoryLicensed & Verified
Type 01 FFL 4-35-089-01-9G-14678, valid through July 1, 2029. Every transaction runs through ATF Form 4473 and NICS.
Indiana Advantage
No FOID card, no state waiting period. Eligible Hoosier buyers can often complete a purchase the same day their background check clears.
Special Orders
Don't see it in stock? We tap a nationwide distributor network to hunt down the exact make, model, and configuration you want.
Border-Town Ready
Minutes from the Illinois line. We know the cross-border rules cold and will tell you straight what we can and cannot do.
How It Works
From first message to final pickup, here's the drill. Four steps, zero surprises.
Reach Out
Browse the inventory, then send an inquiry or call. Tell us what you need — a listed item or a special order.
Book It
We confirm availability and pricing, then lock in your one-on-one appointment at our Hammond location.
Paperwork
At your visit: valid photo ID, ATF Form 4473, and the FBI NICS background check — handled together, correctly.
Take It Home
Once your check clears, the firearm is yours. Indiana has no state waiting period for eligible buyers.
All firearm sales, transfers, and pickups are conducted in strict compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. A valid government-issued photo ID is required, and every dealer transaction includes an ATF Form 4473 and FBI NICS background check. Out-of-state purchasers are subject to additional federal restrictions.
Know Before You Buy
Indiana Gun Laws: The Complete Guide
14 min read 02How to Buy a Gun in Indiana: Step-by-Step
11 min read 03Illinois Residents' Guide to Buying From an Indiana Gun Store
12 min read 04FFL Transfers Explained: Online Gun Purchases Done Right
10 min read 05The First-Time Gun Buyer's Complete Guide
13 min readDug In On The State Line
Based at 2041 164th Street, Unit C, Hammond, IN 46320 — minutes off the Borman Expressway and right on the Illinois border. We serve shooters, hunters, and first-time buyers across Lake County and greater Northwest Indiana.
Straight Answers
Indiana's firearm rules are simpler than Illinois' — but the details still matter. Here's what buyers ask us most.
Full FAQDo I need a FOID card or permit to buy in Indiana?
Is there a waiting period?
I live in Illinois. Can I buy from you?
Do I need an appointment?
Lock In Your Appointment
Questions about inventory, pricing, or availability? Reach out and our team will get back to you — typically within 24–48 hours.