You would not need to show your HQL for a purchase you made prior to October 1. However, you do need it if you plan to purchase any more handguns.
My Ruger LCR Revolver .22 double action 8 shot
Purchased: 9/26/2013 @ Continental Arms
Got the call to come get it: 2/24/2014
FOUR F'ING MONTHS!
DID NOT need to show my HQL. Feel stupid for getting the damn thing now.
Scarab