Ruger Mini 14 review

[HD_Ride]

I just stumbled on this Mini 14 review. I know there is there is nothing earth shattering for the regulars here but he does a nice overview of the Mini. each clip is just over 15 minutes.

Review Part 1

Review Part 2

Review Part 3

 

[Cron]

Maybe a good review but the guy likes to hear himself talk. Get to the point dude. I couldn't finish it.

 

[Candiru]

I think my review is better, but bias may be a factor. link

 

[Ed Ames]

You didn't even show the Ruger catalog.

Nice technical overview of the salient features, Candiru.

 

[chuckusaret]

I enjoyed my Mini 14 that was accurized and had a harmonic stabilizer . But, the Remington 700 (M24) looked better for my use and I sold the Mini 14.

 

[1KPerDay]

i went with the version that included a flash suppressor so that i wouldn't be blinded by muzzle flash while waddling down the hallway in my tac vest and underwear, dropping tangos.

lol

 

[HD_Ride]

I think my review is better, but bias may be a factor

Nice job on the review and yes the youtube review was long. he could have/should have disassembled as you did.

that said you mention the welds. maybe a problem on older stuff but I don't see that as a problem here. in some cases welds are actually stronger than the base metal, plus with technology today I wouldn't be concerned with the welds at all. again older stuff maybe a concern on these guns it's a non issue

 

[BHLBAMA]

not much there most of us didnt already know but appreciate you taking the time to post if for us none the less

 

[joffe]

I think my review is better, but bias may be a factor. link

Thanks for that. That pretty much solidifies my decision to go the Mini route..

It's not wise to extrapolate from a sample size of one, but if this Mini-14 is representative of the new 580 series, then they're worth a look for those who are interested in a .223 carbine but don't want to go the AR route.

Or if ARs are unavailable.

 

[Deaf Smith]

Candiru,

Good review! I sure wish they wern't so expensive now. I'd love to add a 16 inch 'tactical' to my setup. I've owned several Minis but not the new ones.

 

[J&J]

"I think my review is better, but bias may be a factor. "

You are right, great review. I do enjoy nutnfancy's reviews, but really liked the education you gave us on the different parts of the mini 14 operating system and how they compare to m14 and m1.

Thanks,

John