ArmedinAZ
Buckeye
Can anyone who actually owns one of these report on the accuracy you're getting? I have a chance at one but only want it if it really is a true MOA shooter. Anyone?
Mini-14 Target info
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http://www.gunblast.com/Ruger-Mini14Target.htm
Ruger’s New Mini-14 Target Rifle
by Jeff Quinn
photography by Jeff Quinn
March 28th, 2007
Ruger’s New Mini-14 Target Rifle
by Jeff Quinn
photography by Jeff Quinn
March 28th, 2007
CoyoteDown
Bearcat
I'm going to go out on a limb here not intending to be offensive-
The wepon is only as effective as the person behind the trigger. My un ask for advice is to consider your motives for looking at the Mini. If looks like something you'd like to work with and it could preform with in reasonable limits, something you'd enjoy shooting then it might be for you. When I bought mine it was something I knew I would enjoy and something I could work with. The Mini has a certain appeal and elegance to it.
Take a good look your at the wepons appeal to you and decide accordingly. If it falls short of your expections in a certain area you can upgrade the components. You can learn a lot about the options available - and that can be rewarding too.
Make it unique - make it personal - make it your own.
Best to you and keep us posted.
Regards :)
The wepon is only as effective as the person behind the trigger. My un ask for advice is to consider your motives for looking at the Mini. If looks like something you'd like to work with and it could preform with in reasonable limits, something you'd enjoy shooting then it might be for you. When I bought mine it was something I knew I would enjoy and something I could work with. The Mini has a certain appeal and elegance to it.
Take a good look your at the wepons appeal to you and decide accordingly. If it falls short of your expections in a certain area you can upgrade the components. You can learn a lot about the options available - and that can be rewarding too.
Make it unique - make it personal - make it your own.
Best to you and keep us posted.
Regards :)
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I would also mention that the Gunblast Website ran by Jeff and Boge Quinn tell it like it is!! They have no problem telling when an item comes along that has a problem or could use improvements.
CoyoteDown, you have the Mini-14 Target then? If so can you share how it shoots? You make some good points and I thank you for your input. I've always liked the Mini but I also like accurate guns. 3" groups @ 100 isn't something I'm interested in but everything I've been able to find points to this Target model being an accurate gun.
Payton, I also trust Jeff Quinn to tell it like he sees it but he's still one source of information. Looking for a few more to make a decision.
thanks
Payton, I also trust Jeff Quinn to tell it like he sees it but he's still one source of information. Looking for a few more to make a decision.
thanks
CoyoteDown
Bearcat
Ar in AZ-
Mine is a Mini 14 in 6.8 SPC and it's the only Mini I own. I got it in late 2010 because it was a good fit between my.222 and my 30-30. I have had Rugers for a LONG time in various calibers including the MK1 .22 and the Super Blackhawk. I got rid of the MK1 because I simply didn't like it - I still have my 44 Mag.
You didn't mention you what wanted to do or if you intended to or wanted to accessorize the target Mini or not. Mine wears a 4/16X44 glass and that's all I've added to date - however as time goes by and I find an item of two that will enhance its versatility, I may make some additions.
I do know that the target Mini will only accept .223 rounds and not the 5.56X45 NATO rounds due to the longer case and the higher pressures. Word on the street is that NATO rounds in the target model could boost chamber pressure by an additional 20,000 cpu - NOT good - not too versatile either.
I might suggest a site on YouTube at Jack Gun to see how he handled the Mini - He has a Borg version - quite something else.
You might want to start with the tactical Mini and go from there. As I mentioned before exploring the options, which are many, can be rewarding.
I will say this - the Mini is absolutey reliable. Mine won"t be for sale. It's a keeper.
Again keep us posted mate.
Mine is a Mini 14 in 6.8 SPC and it's the only Mini I own. I got it in late 2010 because it was a good fit between my.222 and my 30-30. I have had Rugers for a LONG time in various calibers including the MK1 .22 and the Super Blackhawk. I got rid of the MK1 because I simply didn't like it - I still have my 44 Mag.
You didn't mention you what wanted to do or if you intended to or wanted to accessorize the target Mini or not. Mine wears a 4/16X44 glass and that's all I've added to date - however as time goes by and I find an item of two that will enhance its versatility, I may make some additions.
I do know that the target Mini will only accept .223 rounds and not the 5.56X45 NATO rounds due to the longer case and the higher pressures. Word on the street is that NATO rounds in the target model could boost chamber pressure by an additional 20,000 cpu - NOT good - not too versatile either.
I might suggest a site on YouTube at Jack Gun to see how he handled the Mini - He has a Borg version - quite something else.
You might want to start with the tactical Mini and go from there. As I mentioned before exploring the options, which are many, can be rewarding.
I will say this - the Mini is absolutey reliable. Mine won"t be for sale. It's a keeper.
Again keep us posted mate.
CD - mainly I want a rifle that will put a bullet where I'm aiming, not just nearby. No interest in a rifle that shoots 4-5" groups @ 100 yards. I had a very nice early Mini-30 that shot worse groups from the bench than I shoot on good days with my target 22 offhand. Got this interest from hunting groundhogs with my dad, we'd shoot them at 300 yards easily with his Remington 722 in 222. Still have that rifle, it shoots .6" groups. So I guess my interest is in an accurate Mini-14, as in MOA ability, to shoot long range paper and maybe varmints. Just looking for confirmation from a real world owner or 2 that these things shoot well.
Interesting nobody here owns the Target model apparently.
Interesting nobody here owns the Target model apparently.
cagedodger
Bearcat
ArmedinAZ said:
That may tell you something...
Cage 8)
MikeChandler
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I don't but I'd like to give my (free but biased) .02 cents.
No semi-auto will ever match the accuracy of a bolt action varmint rifle, and you'll be spending more money towards everything that will restrict it from doing so (the semi-auto action). I shoot groups under 0.5" at 100 yards with my stock CZ 527 Varmint rifle equipped with a Nikon Monarch UFC 4.5-16x44 scope, using factory Federal Gold Medal Premium 69gr Sierra Matchking BTHP ammo. The rifle had no work at all - that's out of the box. With a bedding job, it would do better - I know a local who's calling card is a one-eyed jack with the eye shot out, same rifle and some "black-diamond" scope.
When looking at semi-autos, why not look for the strengths of the design? The SA .223/5.56mm was not designed for target use, but for tactical usage. They're best with scout scopes and red dots, so why fuss over 2" MOA?
I wouldn't buy the target model - if you want a sub MOA rifle get a .223 varmint rifle with a good distance scope. Then get yourself a mini 14 for tactical, with a red dot or scout scope.
No semi-auto will ever match the accuracy of a bolt action varmint rifle, and you'll be spending more money towards everything that will restrict it from doing so (the semi-auto action). I shoot groups under 0.5" at 100 yards with my stock CZ 527 Varmint rifle equipped with a Nikon Monarch UFC 4.5-16x44 scope, using factory Federal Gold Medal Premium 69gr Sierra Matchking BTHP ammo. The rifle had no work at all - that's out of the box. With a bedding job, it would do better - I know a local who's calling card is a one-eyed jack with the eye shot out, same rifle and some "black-diamond" scope.
When looking at semi-autos, why not look for the strengths of the design? The SA .223/5.56mm was not designed for target use, but for tactical usage. They're best with scout scopes and red dots, so why fuss over 2" MOA?
I wouldn't buy the target model - if you want a sub MOA rifle get a .223 varmint rifle with a good distance scope. Then get yourself a mini 14 for tactical, with a red dot or scout scope.
I had a stock Rock River Arms 16" bull barrel Varmint AR that would shoot 1" or less with PMC factory ammo. It's gone now for a couple of reasons, for one I just can't warm up to the AR. Hoped this Target Mini could hang with the RRA. Not in a hurry. I'd rather buy a Ruger but CZs are awfully nice.
It's entertaining to see so many folks dance around a particular topic !! Years ago I had a new mini 14 ( non target) and I literally could shoot better with my handgun. (Even after sending it back to Ruger). I seriously thought that I had developed a horrible flinch.
Traded it in ( took a beating) and bought a Bushmaster.....apparently my flinch went away.....
Supposedly the newer models are better ....but "Once bitten, twice shy"... Too bad, they are neat guns to handle. I resented the way Ruger treated me.....
Traded it in ( took a beating) and bought a Bushmaster.....apparently my flinch went away.....
Supposedly the newer models are better ....but "Once bitten, twice shy"... Too bad, they are neat guns to handle. I resented the way Ruger treated me.....
CoyoteDown
Bearcat
Jbrown75-
Like I said earlier.
MikeChandler - could be technicaly correct for out of the box - however - not by more that a hair or two - and that can be close enough.
Just saying.
Like I said earlier.
MikeChandler - could be technicaly correct for out of the box - however - not by more that a hair or two - and that can be close enough.
Just saying.
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