Lets talk Minis

[Elm Creek Smith]

...and put a BSA scope on it that lost zero every 3rd round or so. I quickly sold the target model… but I definitely recommend the light ranch rifle for some fun shooting with Iron sights.

Sounds to me that the problem was the BSA scope, not the target model. You can't cheap out on optics.

 

[ldp4570]

I have had a Mini-14 (GB LE/GOVT marked) since they first came out. Recently installed a barrel brace, and it really shrunk the groups. 100% reliable, very accurate with 55gr loads, and not to bad with the heavier bullets. I have the original wood stock, but replaced it with the houge over molded stock. I prefer her to an AR any day.

Along with my barrel stabilizer, I've added a set of Tec-sight's which have made her more accurate. Next will be a B-square scope mount, and later on I'll
get myself a Mini-30.

 

[ldp4570]

Happy Fathers-day!!!!! I'm now the proud owner of a stainless steel Mini-30 that came with three 20rd mags. I still haven't been able to get her to the range, but she sure is sweet!!

 

[ldp4570]

Happy Fathers-day!!!!! I'm now the proud owner of a stainless steel Mini-30 that came with three 20rd mags. I still haven't been able to get her to the range, but she sure is sweet!!

Got to run a hundred rounds through her yesterday, just some fun plinking, nothing formal. Sights were close to POA/POI at 50yds, I'm still going to put some Tec-Sights on her anyway, plus put on a stabilizing rod. Recoil was mild, less than shooting a SKS or AK. All things considered she's a real dandy of a rifle.

 

[mightymouse]

I've only shot a few rounds thru a Mini-30, but they seem to be fine guns. Enjoy!

 

[mike sweeney]

Was looking for a pic in my photobucket pictures and came across a couple pics of the last GB folder i had. Wish Ild never sold it.

 

[bushrat]

Been many a year since I had mine. Must say though that I wouldn't mind another one if the right deal walked by. I had the early 181 series and found it to be a fun and very reliable weapon. It was not a target rifle, and turned in some 3"-4" groupings out to 100 yds with iron sights. I understand the newer models are more accurate. I totally agree with those who stated to stick with the factory mags.

 

[dennishoddy]

I had one of the early ones. I was in the Army reserves at that time after Active Duty. You could bring your rifles to summer camp an use Gov ammo.

Literally shot the barrel out.

Great times having the armorer as a buddy.

 

[SDarkRage]

The biggest issue with the earlier models was they used a 1:7 twist. Most commercial ammo is 45 to 55 gr. Way to light of a bullet for that twist rate in that gun. They switched it up and went to a 1:9 twist starting with the 580 series I believe. They come now in 1:9 twist.

I've got a 581 series and it happily shoots 62 gr at MOA all day long.