Darkroomdan, go to the shop tomorrow and get your money back, do not, I repeat do not buy a handi rifle in 223 or anyother caliber there will be no end to your misery. First it will be a 223 then a 45-70 and then something else and on and on, stop now before its to late.
If you refuse to heed my advice welcome to the world of handi-holics, they are great rifles/shotguns I am sure you will thoughly enjoy your new purchase, particularly if you like to tinker. Good luck