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Complete Guide to the Ruger Mini-14, Mini-30 and Deerfield Carbine
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RUGER COMPLETE GUIDES Mini-14, Mini Thirty, & Deerfield Carbine (2006) |
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Excerpt from this Ruger Guide: The Mini-14
Design and Series of the Mini-14 The Ruger Mini-14 was designed by Bill Ruger. Early versions from 1972 ~ 1975 were produced in Southport, Connecticut and have serial numbers with the three digit prefix of “180”. The Ruger Mini-14 180 series have a few minor internal and external design changes that make it incompatible with most of the commercial and aftermarket accessories that are specifically made for the later 181 and 182 series rifles. These early 180 series rifles are sought after by collectors. Most “shooters” prefer the later models. The Ruger Mini-14 series 181 was
introduced in 1977 and offered an updated rear site, a larger gas
piston, magazine release, and a modified bolt mechanism. In 1980 Ruger
added a series 182 which introduced a new satin finish to the Mini-14.
Early stainless steel receivers were recalled due to cracking because of
excessive hardening of the metal during production. Recalled stainless
guns had a serial number below 182-51929. Ruger Rifles that have been
repaired have two proof marks. (“R” in circle.) |
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GGRugerMiniComplete |
Complete Guide to the Ruger Mini14/30 |
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Test and graphics courtesy of Gun Guides
