Re: I have a noob question
If you order as a complete rifle (upper and lower), you will: 1) purchase/pay for the rifle from the shipping dealer; 2) you will need to find a local FFL/firearms dealer close to you who is willing to do a transfer...they'll send the shipping dealer a copy of their FFL; 3) once the shipping dealer has a copy of your local FFL/dealer's paperwork (can be mailed, faxed, e-mail scanned), then the shipping dealer will send the rifle to your local dealer. When you go to pick it up locally, you will fill out the 4473 with your local dealer who will take care of calling in your BG check, and then release the rifle to you once approved.
Same applies if you buy ONLY the lower receiver.
If you buy just an upper, you can have that shipped directly to your home/business...no paperwork required for the upper.