Dr. Marneaus
I drive a station wagon
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I'm not unfamiliar with guns, and I've done a fair amount of research and talked to a bunch of knowledgeable people on the topic, but more opinions are always welcome.
Looking to buy my first rifle to hanve out here in Vegas. The main purpose will simply be to fill the role of my first rifle...mostly used for pliking, target/fun/recreational shooting. I don't currently hunt, nor do I feel the need to use it for defense (I'll get a pistol eventually). I don't really want a shotgun at the moment, however I will eventually get one, and I don't think I'm ready for a pistol yet. As said, I've had exposure to guns, but havent been shooting in 2 years.
I want something small, reliable, easy to use, easy to maintain, and not too expensive. 600 is getting up there, 650 is absolute max, but I dont want to spend that much if I dont have to. I don't want a .22, because I would like it to be slightly more useful than that in the long run.
So, anyways, I've been looking at ruger Mini 14's and Mini 30's. These things have alot of lovers and alot of haters it seems. Everyone says "get an AR, get an AK! get an SKS! get a M1A! Get an M1!!!" Which isnt really what I want to hear. I'm looking for opinions on the mini 14's, which seem to fit my needs best. AR's arte way too high maintenance and finiky, an M1A is way too pricey, and I'd prefer an american made gun.
I know what not to expect from them, I know they arent the mot accurate, they heat up, and have problems if you dont use good magazines. I'm not expecting an AR quality and accuracy etc. In all the reviews I've read they've said these are great little reliable ranch rifles.
Sorry this was so long, but I tried to give as much background info as possible, as to avoid any confusion as to what it will be used for, what I'm looking for etc.
So, opinions on the Mini 14's? Experiences with them? Recomend comparable alternatives? Reasons to buy or not to buy one? Would probably get a used one.
Thanks a bunch!
Looking to buy my first rifle to hanve out here in Vegas. The main purpose will simply be to fill the role of my first rifle...mostly used for pliking, target/fun/recreational shooting. I don't currently hunt, nor do I feel the need to use it for defense (I'll get a pistol eventually). I don't really want a shotgun at the moment, however I will eventually get one, and I don't think I'm ready for a pistol yet. As said, I've had exposure to guns, but havent been shooting in 2 years.
I want something small, reliable, easy to use, easy to maintain, and not too expensive. 600 is getting up there, 650 is absolute max, but I dont want to spend that much if I dont have to. I don't want a .22, because I would like it to be slightly more useful than that in the long run.
So, anyways, I've been looking at ruger Mini 14's and Mini 30's. These things have alot of lovers and alot of haters it seems. Everyone says "get an AR, get an AK! get an SKS! get a M1A! Get an M1!!!" Which isnt really what I want to hear. I'm looking for opinions on the mini 14's, which seem to fit my needs best. AR's arte way too high maintenance and finiky, an M1A is way too pricey, and I'd prefer an american made gun.
I know what not to expect from them, I know they arent the mot accurate, they heat up, and have problems if you dont use good magazines. I'm not expecting an AR quality and accuracy etc. In all the reviews I've read they've said these are great little reliable ranch rifles.
Sorry this was so long, but I tried to give as much background info as possible, as to avoid any confusion as to what it will be used for, what I'm looking for etc.
So, opinions on the Mini 14's? Experiences with them? Recomend comparable alternatives? Reasons to buy or not to buy one? Would probably get a used one.
Thanks a bunch!