What's the cheapest way to accurize my mini 14? - Page 2

DWARREN123 · April 28, 2008, 01:02 PM

The easiest way to get better accuracy is good ammo.

makmak · April 28, 2008, 01:50 PM

Both act as heat sinks, with rising temperature being the main enemy to the Mini-14's accuracy. Depending on the way you go, both can be had for a price of less than $150.00. The scout mount also serves to further stiffen the barrel, helping in the accurracy dept. The ability to mount accessories is a plus, and the addition of the much tougher "hand guard" makes the platform just that much more rugged.

AutoPistola · April 28, 2008, 03:16 PM

-cut down barrel
-target crown
-muzzle brake
-accu-strut (maybe)
-retorque the gas block
-trigger job
-glass bed the stock

You might improve your good grouping somewhat by spending a bunch of $, but the barrel will get hot quick and degrade accuracy somewhat.

bcavin · April 29, 2008, 10:38 AM

depends where. show me a state law that says i can't, and i promise it won't be mine. secondly, if i can't sell it to someone, how did it go from him to me? lastly, i don't recall saying that i want to sell it. in fact, if i recall correctly, in my first post i said "no sell it and by and ar" comments.

AutoPistola · April 29, 2008, 02:20 PM

I've come to expect that kind of talk around here; members don't always read the full post before they reply.

ISC · April 29, 2008, 03:12 PM

I'll give $50 to anyone who will meet me at the range with their stock mini 14 and shoot a 2", 3 round group standing at 100 M.

I'm not saying it's impossible, but its less likely than a person tossing a playing card into a coffee can from across a 12 foot room. (I'll pay $50 for that one too)

Alleykat · April 30, 2008, 01:34 PM

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I'll give $50 to anyone who will meet me at the range with their stock mini 14 and shoot a 2", 3 round group standing at 100 M.

I'm not saying it's impossible, but its less likely than a person tossing a playing card into a coffee can from across a 12 foot room. (I'll pay $50 for that one too)

I don't put much stock in 3-shot groups, but I'd bet $1000 against $500 that the guy in this thread making the claim can't do it on demand.

(Assuming 5-shot groups, of course)

teeroux · April 30, 2008, 01:55 PM

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If you can get a validated video of your shooting a 2.5", five-shot group @ 100 yds. with ANYBODY'S Mini, standing, you should submit it to America's Most Amazing Videos. You're bound to win some big money for such a rare video. (Probably the only such video in existence!)

i didnt have a camera at the time but i shot smaller that that off a bipod with my 30.

my recomendation is to scope it and use an aftermarket synthetic stock a buttler creek is what i have and it is a way tighter fit than the factory wood you darn near have to force the trigger guard catch to engage the reciever to install the gun.

next time i go shootin in the country im bringgin my camera for the naysayers

Alleykat · April 30, 2008, 04:58 PM

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next time i go shootin in the country im bringgin my camera for the naysayers

I'd sure prefer watching the video, rather than driving to Louisiana for a measly $500!

Harry Bonar · May 1, 2008, 09:36 AM

Sir.
ALLEYCAT said it all = most mini 14 will not shoot that well from a bench.
Harry B.

Lavid2002 · May 1, 2008, 10:32 AM

Why do people think only acurate guns are interesting. Its a mini friggin 15. Your well out of the effective range by the time you get to your target with a .223 if youre shooting 2-21/2" groups OFFHAND. I personally..am a naysayer. But my son, if you wish to come free and cleanse yourself from your lies we will help you with your problem : D

45Marlin carbine · May 1, 2008, 10:36 AM

I have Mini30 I've done hand fitting and improvements too, nothing 'exotic' tho with a 1.5x4.5x20 'tactical' glass on that will do the 2MOA rested from bench with my good handloads or Lapua ammo. on a really good day slightly better, the elusive 1MOA it won't do however. (or rather I can't with bigger glass and a better shooter it might do it)

April 28, 2008, 01:02 PM	#26
DWARREN123 Senior Member Join Date: January 22, 2006 Location: BETWEEN TN & KY Posts: 1,758	The easiest way to get better accuracy is good ammo. __________________ Have a nice day!

April 28, 2008, 01:50 PM	#27
makmak Member Join Date: July 20, 2006 Location: Ca Posts: 51	Muzzle brake, Scoutmount. Both act as heat sinks, with rising temperature being the main enemy to the Mini-14's accuracy. Depending on the way you go, both can be had for a price of less than $150.00. The scout mount also serves to further stiffen the barrel, helping in the accurracy dept. The ability to mount accessories is a plus, and the addition of the much tougher "hand guard" makes the platform just that much more rugged.

April 28, 2008, 03:16 PM	#28
AutoPistola Senior Member Join Date: January 21, 2007 Location: The Boonies Posts: 426	To summarize: (from perfect union) -cut down barrel -target crown -muzzle brake -accu-strut (maybe) -retorque the gas block -trigger job -glass bed the stock You might improve your good grouping somewhat by spending a bunch of $, but the barrel will get hot quick and degrade accuracy somewhat.

April 29, 2008, 10:38 AM	#29
bcavin Member Join Date: April 21, 2008 Location: NC Posts: 38	re: You can't sell a rifle your da-in-law bought you. depends where. show me a state law that says i can't, and i promise it won't be mine. secondly, if i can't sell it to someone, how did it go from him to me? lastly, i don't recall saying that i want to sell it. in fact, if i recall correctly, in my first post i said "no sell it and by and ar" comments. __________________ USMC Marksmanship Instructor - Respect the white tape

May 1, 2008, 09:36 AM	#35
Harry Bonar Senior Member Join Date: December 5, 2004 Location: In the Vincent, Ohio general area. Posts: 1,804	mini 14 Sir. ALLEYCAT said it all = most mini 14 will not shoot that well from a bench. Harry B.

April 29, 2008, 02:20 PM	#30
AutoPistola Senior Member Join Date: January 21, 2007 Location: The Boonies Posts: 426	I've come to expect that kind of talk around here; members don't always read the full post before they reply.

April 29, 2008, 03:12 PM	#31
ISC Junior member Join Date: August 5, 2007 Location: Florida Posts: 1,982	I'll give $50 to anyone who will meet me at the range with their stock mini 14 and shoot a 2", 3 round group standing at 100 M. I'm not saying it's impossible, but its less likely than a person tossing a playing card into a coffee can from across a 12 foot room. (I'll pay $50 for that one too)

May 1, 2008, 10:32 AM	#36
Lavid2002 Senior Member Join Date: April 6, 2007 Posts: 2,568	Leave it be man! :P Why do people think only acurate guns are interesting. Its a mini friggin 15. Your well out of the effective range by the time you get to your target with a .223 if youre shooting 2-21/2" groups OFFHAND. I personally..am a naysayer. But my son, if you wish to come free and cleanse yourself from your lies we will help you with your problem : D __________________ Math>Grammar

May 1, 2008, 10:36 AM	#37
45Marlin carbine Junior member Join Date: January 26, 2007 Location: South-Western North Carolina Posts: 1,124	I have Mini30 I've done hand fitting and improvements too, nothing 'exotic' tho with a 1.5x4.5x20 'tactical' glass on that will do the 2MOA rested from bench with my good handloads or Lapua ammo. on a really good day slightly better, the elusive 1MOA it won't do however. (or rather I can't with bigger glass and a better shooter it might do it)