Ruger Mini 14 Tactical Stock Views

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IT’ve had several people recently inquire about the availability of aftermarket stocks for the Ruger Mini-14. Specifically, they were interested in tactical style stocks for the Mini-14. There are two Mini-14 stocks I suggest people consider if they are looking for something more tactical for their Ruger: the TAPCO and the ATI stocks.

RUGER & COMPANY INC Mini 14 Ranch/Mini 14 Tactical Rifles Ruger 20 + 1 223 Rem. Mini 14 w/Black Synthetic Stock Rugers Mini 14 Ranch and Mini 14 Tactical autoloading rifles include a Garand style breech bolt locking system with a fixed pistol gas system and self cleaning moving gas cylinder. Ruger patented scope rings, adjustable sights, patented scope bases, non slip rubber buttpad, an instruction manual and gun lock are included in the standard accessories. Mini 14 Tactical includes a flash suppressor. SPECIFICATIONS: Mfg Item Num: 5847 Category: FIREARMS - TACTICAL RIFLES Action :Semi-Automatic Caliber :223 Remington Barrel Length :16 1/8 Capacity :20 + 1 Trigger :Standard Safety :Garand Type Safety Length :38 Weight :8 lbs Stock :Black Synthetic Finish :Blue

Pros: Solid and good quality for the price. The top rail makes putting a red dot scope on your Ruger much easier and realistic. When butt stock was extended it felt very sturdy. Cons: My buddy has the Tapco stock on his Mini, which to me seems to be much better, and solid than this one. Plus if your buying this to make it more tactical , don't bother spending the bucks. Go with the Tapco or a standard synthetic stock.

I recently purchased this stock to convert my Mini-14. I chose this brand over others because this is what Ruger is currently using for their Mini-14 tactical series. I am happy with the quality. It fit very well and is ergonomically superior to the standard stock. It handles well, and is very solid. Only one thing wrong: When it arrived, most of the hardware was missing. The little ziploc type bag that was stapled into the carton had ripped, and almost all of the little nuts and bolts that are used to mount picatinny rails, sling swivels, and the upper handguard were missing. Called CTD and ATI immediately. Everyone was very nice, and ATI promised to ship me a new bag of parts that same day. It has not arrived yet (it's only been 5 days), but I'll wait o see how their customer service performs.