steveno: "Cabela's doesn't fax the 4473 to the atf. all of the 4473 information is entered into their computer version of the log book which is approved by the atf."
That's actually worse. No Cabela's for me.
Why is this an issue? They have the same LIMITED access to the paper bound book as they do the electronic. No more. Many of the mid to large sized shops if not most use the same ARS inventory tracking and digital bound book system. If you buy a gun in the SL valley the 4473 goes into the ARS system. It is easy to use and very quick.
Maybe you could explain what it is about it that makes you so paranoid.