Didn't see that one coming...
So, back in October I decided that I wanted to get an SBR. I decided on a Mk18Mod0 clone. I ordered my lower, tested it, and then sent it off to the engraver. I also purchased a KAC NT4 suppressor and started that process. The lower came back quickly, and I waited to submit all the paperwork to the sheriff at the same time(After the NT4 was at my local dealer). At that time, there were plenty of LMT 10.5 uppers on various dealers' sights, so I thought little of securing one. I sent off my paper work in early February, and ordered a 10.5 inch LMT upper directly from LMT, along with a FA Carrier Group, and LMT Fixed Rear Sight.
Now I sit here with my legally registered lower, my registered suppressor, and no upper to mount them to. I wish I could say I saw this coming, but I didn't think it would be an issue. I even had a chance to secure one from BCM a month or two back, but as they didn't have a carrier group available, I passed.
http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...1/MK18Mod0.jpg
A further irony is that by posting this, it may actually make it harder to secure the upper, as guys who have not submitted their paperwork may decide to make sure they have their parts before moving forward, thereby increasing demand. I had considered that if my upper came in before the stamp came back, a friend was going to take possession of the upper (he doesn't own AR-15s) and I would be in the clear until my stamp came in.
As it stands now, I have a "promised" date of July 15th from LMT. I sure hope that doesn't slip.