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Mini 14 / scope?
« on: March 12, 2025, 08:44:33 PM »
Anyone ever run a scope on a mini 14?
Was thinking of mounting a Leoupold 2x7 on my mini and was wondering if there would be a problem with empties hitting the scope.
This thing really slings the empties, sometimes like 15 to 20 feet.

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Re: Mini 14 / scope?
« Reply #1 on: March 12, 2025, 08:50:24 PM »
Accuracy international can put a pic rail on it for you
Kindly do not attempt to cloud the issue with too many facts.

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Re: Mini 14 / scope?
« Reply #2 on: March 13, 2025, 05:49:13 AM »
I have 2 minis (30,14) both with Leupold 1-6x20 scopes and have zero issues with them.

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Re: Mini 14 / scope?
« Reply #3 on: March 27, 2025, 07:58:23 AM »
I don’t know what accessories are available for mini’s, but I bought an Ultimak picatinny fore arm for my M1 carbine and mounted a red dot. No mods necessary and works great.

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Re: Mini 14 / scope?
« Reply #5 on: March 27, 2025, 11:22:00 AM »
If its a Ranch rifle, no problem as long as you keep the objective around 32-34 mm with factory rings.

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Re: Mini 14 / scope?
« Reply #6 on: March 27, 2025, 12:28:53 PM »
Yes I have owned one,and yes don't put an expense scope on .
Cases will hit your scope I promise.

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Re: Mini 14 / scope?
« Reply #7 on: March 27, 2025, 01:08:33 PM »
So Ultimak does make fore arm picatinny rails for the mini.
https://ultimak.com/product-category/mini-products/

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Re: Mini 14 / scope?
« Reply #8 on: March 29, 2025, 09:02:26 AM »
The rail from Midway looks pretty good. I might try it.

Thanks

 


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