Buying an AR lower

[spleify]

I am in the process of starting to build an AR. My question is, I see that an FFL is required for lowers. Is purchasing one of these the same as buying a gun? Are background checks and registration and everything else the same on a lower as it would be on say a pistol.

Hope this makes sense and isn't a stupid question.

Thanks

[TFOGGER]

The lower receiver is the serialized piece, so in the eyes of the law, it is the "firearm". All rules apply.

[jawsnet]

yup they are the same.there is one listed in the message I pmed you for local ftf purchase though

[spleify]

Thanks for the info guys. I wa thinking that's how it worked but just wanted to confirm.

That link says "error" auction expired or something like that.

Thanks for all the help, like always folks. I would really like to find one of these local. I have no problem passing a background check but would rather by FTF.

Spleify

[jawsnet]

I sent the e-mail he sent me. Just couldn't come up with the cash. his add is still up so I am assuming he still has it

[spleify]

Thanks for the help guys!

[rhineoshott]

yep. the stripped lower is the part that counts as a "gun". the rest is just parts.

[sniper7]

you can buy one locally from a private party and not require a background check. they pop up now and again. just keep an eye out.