ruger mini 14

robojeeper

I heard and read many pros and cons with the mini 14. I was looking to make mime more practicle with some tactical applications i.e. railings, adjustable stock, optics. What do you experts think?
Should I attempt this or should I sell it and get something else?
What aftermarket mags do you recommend?
thanks

robojeeper

What makes a mini 14 a ranch model? Is it the receiver that has a dove tail for scope rings or the drilled and taped for a base that makes it a ranch model? I've heard conflicing stories about this and would like to find out one way or the other. Thanks...[:)]

robojeeper

what is the difference between ranch model and mini 14?

robojeeper

I have a stainless steel Mini 14 that I bought while I was in college back in 1984. The only accessories that I have for it is a sling, and a flash suppressor. I would describe the condition as good to excellent. I have probably only fired 200 rounds through it. The question that I have is, what is this rifle worth?

Thanks for any responses in advance.

robojeeper

Hello can someone help me on a value of an ruger mini 14 made in May of 1979. This information was given to me by strum ruger after I gave the them serial number, also it has not been fired and all of the hardware is on it is wood. Thanks

robojeeper

Just bought my son a used mini 14 SS wood stock. How do you tell if it is a pre ban? He wants to trick it out some, needs hand gaurd, scope, muzzle brk ect. not a ranch model. Thnxs Pro Gun

robojeeper

I was just at the local gun shop and found a "pre-ban" ruger mini 14. I was told it is an early one. The stock is beautiful, and it's all wood. It does not have the metal vent, rather a solid wood piece on top of the barrel. Asking price is $475. I'm thinking about about getting it. Were there any problems with the early ones that were later worked out in the later models? Also is $475 a good price? Thanks.

robojeeper

ve a Ruger Mini 14 stainless steel with Factory folding stock, baynot lug and flash hider, it is not listed in the blue book. does anyone have any info on this particular model and what it would be worth. i was told that it originally came from a police dept.
Many thanks
Dave

robojeeper

Just bought this rifle from a friend and he called it a ranch I know nothing about this rifle so the education is just getting started. What is and how can U tell the difference from the ranch/carbine? Is there a better sight to get this info? Thanks for all your help! I checked the serial #183

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shows that it was manu. in 82' and it is a mini 14 not a ranch, is there a site I can find info. on mounting scope and/or accessories?

robojeeper

I have an old beater Mini 14 that's been jamming. Took it down to clean it and had a lot of resudue around the gas pipe. I removed the gas pipe to clean and found a groove in the pipe. Should there be an o ring in that groove? None of the schematics show one. Thanks for the help.

robojeeper

Purchased a Ruger Mini 14 in .222 Ranch Rifle. Condition is 99.9%. I was curious to know about the value. It is blue with wood stock. Thanks

robojeeper

I have a good trade opprotunity. Its for a ruger mini 14 and on the left side of the receiver it says something like in the 200 year of freedom 1776-1976. Gun is about 85% Any info would help.

robojeeper

What is the twist rate of the new miini 14? Thanks.

robojeeper

I just obtained a never fired , SS mini 14 . It has the original box , factory SS foldind stock and wood hand guard . It also has the factory mag and sling still in the plastic .
What years were these made , and what is the approx value .
Thanks In Advance
Mike

robojeeper

what is the date of mfg for a Ruger mini 14 serial number5 184-61054?

robojeeper

I own a mini 14 and would like to add a few extras,scope mount ,bipod etc...,this I feel comfortable doing. I was considering replacing the front sight with a flash hider/ muzzle break from eagle, how difficult is factory front sight removal and would this be a job for a gunsmith.

robojeeper

Hi All does any body know of a "barrel brace" or something like that. That helps the accurecy A friend has one and said there is some thing for them and if there is where would I get one Thanks Lee

robojeeper

Just made a trade for a Mini 14 223 cal. will this thing shoot 5.56 cal. also ? its only marked .223 Thanks for an answer. [;)]

robojeeper

Is there any "first-hand" info with the newer mini 14 as far as accuracy is concerned? I gave up on the original model, when 4" at a 100 yd. was the best they would do. If they are "greatly improved" please give some details. THX HAWKSHAW

robojeeper

I took my basic training with the m 14 and I liked it well. The Ruger mini 14 seems to have at least some similarities.
Any opinions?

robojeeper

What would be a good scope to put on a ruger Mini 14?

Diablo

There is the plain Mini-14 and the Mini-14 Ranch. The ranch comes with scope rings and the reciever is cut for them.

Gordian Blade

Robo, I'm a newbie here, but I have the advantage of a Ruger catalog on my lap. Not only do you need to decide on regular or ranch, there's blued (wooden stock), stainless (wooden stock), and all-weather stainless (synthetic black stock). Ruger claims that including the rings with the ranch model is a $50 value. I would like to get one of those eventually myself, but I'm not there yet in proficiency or budget. I have read both good and bad things about them, but if you take care of it (clean after use), you should be fine. Just my luck when I'm ready to get one, they'll be outlawed![This message has been edited by Gordian Blade (edited 12-12-2001).]

Diablo

Check out the Ar-15. I have a Mini 14 ranch in stainless with the Butler Creek synthetic pistol grip folding stock and a Burris Compact scope. I have hi-cap mags made by Eagle/Millet, USA, Ramline, Precision. The Ramline, Precision, and Eagle work great...the USA mags are junk. The Mini-14 is simple and uses a reliable action. It works great as long as you use good mags. Cons: Heavy and inaccurate. The Barrel gets way too hot!!I also have a Bushmaster M4 Carbine A3 config w/ mini y-compensator. The carry handle is removable, which allows you to mount a scope on an intergal rail. The AR-15 is much better than the Mini. It come with a pistol grip and takes the Plentyful 30 round GI mags. The AR is light and accurate. Much more tactical. Chances are you won't have your rifle caked w/ mud and sand....so a clean AR will be very reliable. There are many different AR configurations available. There is bound to be one that suits your needs. There are plenty of accessories available.Comming from experience, save up and buy an AR. Bushmaster is the way to go.

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A good quality pre-ban AK is a good way to go also. Pistol grip and 7.62x39. Plenty of 30 round mags and drum mags. Plenty of accessories. It is a weapon that will rarely jam up and not function. Its a rock and roll weapon.The FN Fal variants are also great weapons. Pistol grip, .308 cal, plenty of 20 round mags available. It is a hardcore weapon.

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If you want a .223 cal gun. Get the AR-15.If Caliber does not matter, Look into the FN Fal variants and AK'sMy choice would be: FN Fal, AK-47, AR-15....and leave that mini 14 alone.[This message has been edited by Diablo (edited 12-13-2001).]

hyperspace

gotta agree with Diablo....

JustC

Me TOO!! not as accurate as I would have liked for the money.

ref44

Take close notice of the comment about USA mags and buy accordingly.The Mini-14 is a fun gun; but they are notoriously inaccurate. FYI...the rear sight on the Mini-14 is much superior to the one on the Ranch Rifle...which they expect you will scope. If you want a plinker and don't plan to scope it, get the plain Mini-14 for less money and better sight.I agree about the FN clones. I have an L1A1 and really like it.

chucku

I had a mini 30 what a pos! I sold it an bought a ak-47. It is my favorite gun and it was $100 cheaper! If you want a .223 get an ar-15. I like the 7.62 round though. You can hunt deer with it.