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Father Time · August 14, 2011, 04:59 PM

What kind of optic are your looking to get for it?

In all honesty the Mini 14 is a great rifle. It does what it is designed to do well enough. I love Mini 14's and enjoy shooting them a lot.

However, is it a good "alternative" to an AR? No. It is not as accurate or easy to "upgrade" "acessorise" or obtain/install replacement parts.

Its like asking if a Honda Civic is a good alternative to a Corvette. They are two different cars designed for different purposes. The mini 14 is a solid hunting/ranch gun. But the AR pretty much outclasses it.

Besides I thought you wanted an AR?

http://thefiringline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=459768

Get what you really want deep down. Its the only way you'll truly be happy with your purchase.

August 14, 2011, 04:59 PM	#5
Father Time Senior Member Join Date: November 21, 2007 Posts: 637	What kind of optic are your looking to get for it? In all honesty the Mini 14 is a great rifle. It does what it is designed to do well enough. I love Mini 14's and enjoy shooting them a lot. However, is it a good "alternative" to an AR? No. It is not as accurate or easy to "upgrade" "acessorise" or obtain/install replacement parts. Its like asking if a Honda Civic is a good alternative to a Corvette. They are two different cars designed for different purposes. The mini 14 is a solid hunting/ranch gun. But the AR pretty much outclasses it. Besides I thought you wanted an AR? http://thefiringline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=459768 Get what you really want deep down. Its the only way you'll truly be happy with your purchase.