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The info provided by DBryant is good. The quality of the mount is paramount. Once the mount is secured any scope can be fitted to the mount more easily than the mount to the receiver. Word of warning; I purchased a used ARMS #18 mount. I suspect, after trying to get it mounted and looking...

Not so fast, partners. I can't say about the factory mounted flash hider, but..... one the the modifications often made to a Mini as part of a plan to improve its accuracy is to attach an after market fl on to the barrel. The reason is that it tends to act as a weight on the end of the...

All of the above posts have made valuable points. But please consider this; market demand and current availability. 22 cal rifles seem to be readily available, have been for many years past, and are likely to be plentiful in the near future. But what are those rifles that are currently...

I'd like to quote M1key, but can't for some reason. His comments apply to both models of the Mini. Just be certain to purchase a new style Houge stock, with the internal aluminum bedding block. A Mini owner must also know what the rate of twist their barrel is. This is an important piece of...

The Chinese SKS I have shoots at 3 MOA @ 100 yards, using Wolf 123gr hollow point rounds. I think that's good for this rifle. It used to shoot really wide. One common problem with the Chinese SKS is the loose, as in very loose, stock/receiver fit. It really needs to be bedded. It's not the...

Woody, I'd use it as an opportunity to learn how to accurize a gas operated rifle. By making a handful of mods', most of which can be done at home, a Mini can shoot @ 2 MOA. It will take some creative thinking, but it's been done by others. Some people simply take the easy route, and quit...

Tankmech, Nicks on the crown is not good. But you may be able to improve the crown yourself. Find a brass round head screw with a 1/4 x 20 thread pitch. Chuck up the screw in a hand drill. Place some automobile valve lapping compound on the screw head, and use the round head of the screw to...

Tankmech; Here's some backround on the M1 you might find interesting. From the article "Accurizing The M1 Rifle, by J. B. Roberts, Jr. "When the glass bedding job on my DCM M-1 was completed, the rifle, which had sprayed hits all over the SR bullseye, shot well within acceptable criteria...

Very good deal!

There are only two manufacturers that I will use with my Mini; original Ruger factory mags, and those made by Precision Magazine Ind. PMI's were made in both blued steel and stainless steel, 20, 30, and 40 rounds. The 20's and 30's are good; I stay away from the 40's. Sadly, PMI is no...

Husker has made some important points about the Mini. Having the barrel cryo-treated really helps. Cryo-pro is a good place to have it done. Had it done to my Mini Ranch. Historically, the Mini doesn't shoot all that well straight out of the box. It will need to be "tuned and tweet'd" for...

Well, both yes and no. I'm not certain that "glass" bedding would properly stick to a Houge stock. But I'm certain that certain epoxies will stick and can be used as a bedding compound, providing that the stock is properly prepared by grinding away the soft rubber and roughing up the underlying...

Yes, it seems the newer models are built a bit better. Stay away from the original #180 series, as parts for these are no longer available. Also remember, that with a few skills and some care, most any model Mini can be made to shoot. So, if you should come across a Mini at a really...

Does anyone have a link to the ebay seller that has the replacement rear peep sight for the 2 A rifle?

We've got coyotes here in Penna. And I've got a Mini Ranch standing by, just in case. I'm a shepherd, and won't tolerate any stinking coyote in my pasture. They don't know what's waiting for 'em.....

Nice rifle, but we need the details! Most of all, would like to know which scope mount you're using.

There is a lot that can be done to a Mini Ranch of this age in order to improve its accuracy. One point, your Mini probably has the 1 in 7 twist barrel, and may be particular finicky with ammo. I have a S/S ranch from 1994, and when new, suffered from the typical poor grouping problems...

Can anyone comment on how well these electronic devises will hold up when exposed to a EMP (electromagnetic pulse)? A EMP attack is a realistic threat according to those who watch for threats against America. What kind of position would the shooter find themselves in, if, the sights that...

Also look here; " http://www.thearmsroom.com ". The Heavy Gas Block Top Strap. An alternative to having to replace the entire gas block, and can be changed out when a factory original shows up. Actually, I'd like to add one to my mini. Looks neat and might even improve the rigidness of the...

Try Midway. I was just at their site checking out the parts for my Mini 14. Seemed to have a large inventory.