yeah.... so i'm an idiot. The email that was sent to me from MDArms explains it.
here it is for all to read and join in my embarassment (Hint to all: before posting make sure to research..... and in my case read your email)
"The order total above is not what is being charged. Only a 50% deposit is required. As soon as we have received/ VERIFIED your deposit, we will update your order's status to "Deposit Recieved". If you have any questions regarding your order, please contact us via email at info@mdarms.com. Thank you for your purchase, MD Arms, Ltd"
-- and i know mike is very