Mini-14 Questions - Page 2

CLASS3NH · May 19th, 2007, 12:19 AM

Why not just try to find a GB 20? factory flash hider and bayonet lug?

'75scout · May 19th, 2007, 07:37 PM

I put 80 rounds through it today. It was a blast and I can now honestly say I like Mini-14s way more than any AR I have ever shot. And I've logged some range time with some quality ARs from Rock River.

Accuracy was good. It needed to be sighted in but we only had about 25 yards to play with and no rest so I didn't bother. Unsighted irons and about 25 yards gave me about 1.5 to 2" groups with the cheapest ammo I could buy. But its definatly coming home to stay with my and I think a Sage SCAR-CQB stock is in the near future with some form of red dot on top. Also at the very least I'm going to have ASI do some trigger work as this would benifit the Mini quite a bit.

sgtD · May 19th, 2007, 11:42 PM

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Originally Posted by azchevy

just by an accustrut for 75 bucks. it works.

go over to perfect union mini-14 forum and see the results. It is impressive

http://www.accustrut.com/

I'm gettin one and am going to give it a try. I love the min-14 action, size, and handling charcteristics, but the accuracy (or lack thereof) makes me queasy almost to the point of nausea. I just can't stand poor accuracy in a rifle.

I hope this helps the Mini-14, otherwise I'll be getting rid of it, like I did the Mini-30 I had.

ExSoldier · May 20th, 2007, 12:41 AM

I have a 1970's era Mini-14 with the original Factory Folding Stock. It too stinks accuracy wise. However, I also discovered it only likes FMJ ammo. Put anything with a partially exposed lead tip and she jams up. Still, I'll keep her because she makes a great truck and SHTF gun with the folding stock. I'm really angling for one of these for the next carbine: http://www.fnhusa.com/products/firea...011&gid=FNG006

Jamie Young · May 20th, 2007, 05:08 PM

That GB Mini 14 looks nice.

sgtD · May 20th, 2007, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by ExSoldier

I have a 1970's era Mini-14 with the original Factory Folding Stock. It too stinks accuracy wise. However, I also discovered it only likes FMJ ammo. Put anything with a partially exposed lead tip and she jams up. Still, I'll keep her because she makes a great truck and SHTF gun with the folding stock. I'm really angling for one of these for the next carbine: http://www.fnhusa.com/products/firea...011&gid=FNG006

Man Ex, you sure do like ugly guns. lol

To each his own though.

'75scout · May 20th, 2007, 11:32 PM

Accuracy was not that bad and a good red dot mounted in a solid location would do alot for the accuracy. So did I luck out or are people just comparing this to fully tricked out ARs that cost more than the customization to a Mini as originally posted about? I would venture to say that this AR could nearly match any bone stock AR that costs the same as a NIB Mini with irons only.

Jamie Young · May 20th, 2007, 11:54 PM

Even with a hot and slinging barrel, I can still get 16inch groups at 400yds with 55gr American Eagle. That's good enough for non-ranch plinking for me. Try doing that with a 7.62x39 rifle.

JT · May 21st, 2007, 10:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jamie Young

Even with a hot and slinging barrel, I can still get 16inch groups at 400yds with 55gr American Eagle. That's good enough for non-ranch plinking for me. Try doing that with a 7.62x39 rifle.

I’ve never tried 400 yards with my VEPR, but based on its 100 yard performance it is capable of better than 16” groups.

Now, if you want to compare .223 rifles, any decent AR is capable of much better than 16” groups at 400 yards. At least half that would be the norm.

JT · May 21st, 2007, 10:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by '75scout

Accuracy was not that bad and a good red dot mounted in a solid location would do alot for the accuracy. So did I luck out or are people just comparing this to fully tricked out ARs that cost more than the customization to a Mini as originally posted about? I would venture to say that this AR could nearly match any bone stock AR that costs the same as a NIB Mini with irons only.

Are you talking about this type of accuracy…

Quote:

Originally Posted by '75scout

Accuracy was good. It needed to be sighted in but we only had about 25 yards to play with and no rest so I didn't bother. Unsighted irons and about 25 yards gave me about 1.5 to 2" groups with the cheapest ammo I could buy.

Because that is not good. At 100 yards that will become 6-8”.

At 25 yards, my “bone stock” AR will make one hole out of six shots. And yes, that is with cheap ammo.

I’m not trying to attack the Mini-14, but comparing it to an AR is not realistic in my opinion.

May 19th, 2007, 07:37 PM	#12
'75scout Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 1,165	I put 80 rounds through it today. It was a blast and I can now honestly say I like Mini-14s way more than any AR I have ever shot. And I've logged some range time with some quality ARs from Rock River. Accuracy was good. It needed to be sighted in but we only had about 25 yards to play with and no rest so I didn't bother. Unsighted irons and about 25 yards gave me about 1.5 to 2" groups with the cheapest ammo I could buy. But its definatly coming home to stay with my and I think a Sage SCAR-CQB stock is in the near future with some form of red dot on top. Also at the very least I'm going to have ASI do some trigger work as this would benifit the Mini quite a bit. __________________ Yeah I like Glocks, wanna fight about it!

May 20th, 2007, 12:41 AM	#14
ExSoldier VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Coral Gables, FL Posts: 4,209	I have a 1970's era Mini-14 with the original Factory Folding Stock. It too stinks accuracy wise. However, I also discovered it only likes FMJ ammo. Put anything with a partially exposed lead tip and she jams up. Still, I'll keep her because she makes a great truck and SHTF gun with the folding stock. I'm really angling for one of these for the next carbine: http://www.fnhusa.com/products/firea...011&gid=FNG006 __________________ Former Infantry Captain; 20 yrs as an NRA Certified Instructor; Avid practitioner of the martial art: KLIK-PAO.

May 20th, 2007, 05:08 PM	#15
Jamie Young Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Posts: 467	That GB Mini 14 looks nice. __________________ Find out about Gun Shows and Training activities. www.TheRallyPoint.org Get your gun club involved!! Free TRP.org stickers RogueElite.netWoolrich Elite Series Distributor

May 20th, 2007, 11:32 PM	#17
'75scout Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 1,165	Accuracy was not that bad and a good red dot mounted in a solid location would do alot for the accuracy. So did I luck out or are people just comparing this to fully tricked out ARs that cost more than the customization to a Mini as originally posted about? I would venture to say that this AR could nearly match any bone stock AR that costs the same as a NIB Mini with irons only. __________________ Yeah I like Glocks, wanna fight about it!

May 20th, 2007, 11:54 PM	#18
Jamie Young Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Posts: 467	Even with a hot and slinging barrel, I can still get 16inch groups at 400yds with 55gr American Eagle. That's good enough for non-ranch plinking for me. Try doing that with a 7.62x39 rifle. __________________ Find out about Gun Shows and Training activities. www.TheRallyPoint.org Get your gun club involved!! Free TRP.org stickers RogueElite.netWoolrich Elite Series Distributor

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