Ruger Mini 14 flash hider project - COMPLETE!

[UCSPanther]

After two years of consideration, I finally made the plunge and got an AR 15 flash hider installed on my Mini 14:

The story: I had bought this rifle in fall '08 and I had become interested in installing a flash hider, like the GB series, something I felt that all Mini 14s should have. However, I was unable to find any muzzle breaks at the time that would fit the 580 series, and I wanted something that was better quality than those slip-on versions. Ultimately, I decided on having the front sights set back and having the muzzle threaded for an AR 15-style flash hider, and decided on the more traditional A1/A2 style flash hider.

I was able to score one for free from a member who had previously removed it from a Norinco CQ-A M4 clone.

Thanks to Weber and Markin Gunsmiths in Kelowna, the project is now reality.

I plan to leave it stock other than the obvious modification, and no, it is not for sale...

 

[AdamP]

I like it. But then, I'm one of those weirdos who likes the mini 14

 

[StoneHorse]

But, but that just makes the Ruger Mini-14 rifle even more evil. The NDP & Liberals are going to be mad at you.

I like it.

 

[enefgee]

Very nice, looks factory - I've always kind of wondered why Minis don't come from the factory with one.

 

[UCSPanther]

The next and final stage in the project will be find a clamp-on AR 15 bayonet lug and refit it for use with this rifle to put it more in line with the GB series.

 

[Mr. Spectacular]

Your pictures suck and you seriously need a new quilt, but otherwise I like it.

 

[Steve Janes]

Your pictures suck and you seriously need a new quilt, but otherwise I like it.

hahahahaha

agreed

 

[UCSPanther]

Your pictures suck and you seriously need a new quilt, but otherwise I like it.

Ain't the best, but I'm working with what I got.

Haters gonna hate...

 

[fnrob]

Nice! Needs a factory folder, though.

 

[bluegrizz77]

I'm looking at putting one on my mini 30, I think they make the rifle. Looks good.

 

[UCSPanther]

Nice! Needs a factory folder, though.

That'll be a project for another day. I plan to make an "Alpine" Mini 14 with a perforated style muzzle break and factory folder.

 

[fnrob]

That'll be a project for another day. I plan to make an "Alpine" Mini 14 with a perforated style muzzle break and factory folder.

Now that would be something to see. Sounds like a promising future to this build.

 

[UCSPanther]

Now that would be something to see. Sounds like a promising future to this build.

Essentially, I plan to get another Mini 14, and set it up so it bears a passing resemblance to the Beretta BM 59 alpine rifle...

 

[Bookworm]

Guess I am ahead of the game -- I've had a flash hider and folding stock on my mini for 10 years now

Dave