Mini 14/ mini 30???

[rvdavis]

I have a new mini 14 in 556 labeled mini 30! Not sure what the s/n is saying it is or if in newer models they are all one and the same. Any input would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Busterswoodshop]

Post a picture of it showing the markings on the barrel .

 

[hittman]

Welcome to the forum.
Yeah, we need more info and a pic or two.
What is your s/n?

 

[rvdavis]

I have a new mini 14 in 556 labeled mini 30! Not sure what the s/n is saying it is or if in newer models they are all one and the same. Any input would be greatly appreciated

 

[rvdavis]

Not an IT genius sorry

 

[hittman]

Does the s/n on the gun match the s/n printed on the box?

The s/n on the box IS for a Mini14 according to Ruger records.

 

[rvdavis]

Does the s/n on the gun match the s/n printed on the box?

The s/n on the box IS for a Mini14 according to Ruger records.

Build sheet and invoice are as i ordered …. 556 mini 14 , yes sn on box match's sn on firearm

 

[WAYNO]

Well, you have an anomaly.

We look forward to mismarked revolvers for our collections and displays, but on a Mini 14, it's the first such mismarking I've heard of. Your Mini could be a whole display of only one gun. . And that also could garner the most scarce Ruger of the show.




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[Busterswoodshop]

What caliber is marked on the barrel ?

It might be a good idea to call Ruger and ask them.
If it is as you say , a $10 letter from Ruger wouldn't be a bad idea to get.

 

[Mobuck]

I'm not a collector but seems someone found a nugget.

 

[rvdavis]

Well, you have an anomaly.

We look forward to mismarked revolvers for our collections and displays, but on a Mini 14, it's the first such mismarking I've heard of. Your Mini could be a whole display of only one gun. . And that also could garner the most scarce Ruger of the show.

I'm not a collector but seems someone found a nugget.

i have no clue, but it should be with something

 

[peyton]

they shipped it in wrong box, or the store put wrong rifle in it, what did you pay for? I say they gave you wrong box, because the rifle does not appear to be in stainless steel.

 

[rugerguy]

yessir I agree with peyton, may just be a "clerical error" so aside from all the markings exactly what caliber is it???? the Mini 14 magazines were rectangular, and the Mini 30 mags were tapered, narrow at the front.....did you black out the numbers?? box label does NOT match the receiver stamping, again what ammo "fits it"?????

 

[hittman]

The s/n on the gun ( which is clearly marked Mini 30 and 762x39 ) matches the s/n on that box end label. Ya think Ruger sent out a Mini 14 with same s/n in a Mini 30 box To someone else?

 

[rvdavis]

yessir I agree with peyton, may just be a "clerical error" so aside from all the markings exactly what caliber is it???? the Mini 14 magazines were rectangular, and the Mini 30 mags were tapered, narrow at the front.....did you black out the numbers?? box label does NOT match the receiver stamping, again what ammo "fits it"?????

I use to be an 07 and currently licensed dealer. Go gauges say it is indeed a 556

 

[rvdavis]

I use to be an 07 and currently licensed dealer. Go gauges say it is indeed a 556

Yes i blacked out the numbers on the photo only

 

[Hvymax]

Looks like the receiver got mixed up. Get the factory paperwork it's definitely an anomaly.

 

[hittman]

Hmmm….. we see the receiver is marked 762x39 so I wonder if the barrel has a caliber marking on it And what caliber it shows.

 

[Hvymax]

Receiver and Bolt Carrier should be the same. Different Bolt head and barrel. If the numbers match you will definitely have a bragging rights worthy gun. Must be a left over Marlin Employee screw up.

 

[rugerguy]

yessir , step above ( below?) a clerical "error" , wonder what the person at the testing range figured, cause he certainly didn't LOOK!! gee I winder what the boss is going to say or tell you, boo boo or not, for safety reasons down the road I would want it made right.......FUBAR.......