I've been intrigued by the Ranch Products Scout Scope Mount for awhile now. After calling them directly and speaking with Mr. Steven Crawford, the president of Ranch Products, I confirmed that they currently do not produce a mount for the 580-up heavy/tapered-barrel Minis. I ordered one...

I have two good to very good condition Yugo SKSs that I chopped the barrels on and added Phantom Flashhiders. I got rid of all the heavy stuff at the end including the bayonets and the project turned out to look really nice. I was going to mount red dot sights but when I did I didn't like the...

I am planning on putting a Simmons .22 mag scope on my 10/22 - plus a decent new base and rings (like Leupold 57315 Integral See-Thru Ringmount). In surfing the net it appears that these Leupold rings have several different types of base attachments. How do I what kind of base will match up with...

I have a question for the experienced Mini-14 shooters. I just put a Trijicon 1.25-4x24 scope over the receiver on my SS 580 using the Ruger 1 inch rings. I was making arrangements to take it to the range today when my friend asked if it would get hit by the casings that are well known for...

First of all I am a new (noob) mini owner! Cool rifle. I am looking at getting a red dot and low mount but I was wondering if flip-up sights wouldn't be a good back up... Im not a big fan of the sighting, especially the rear. Pro's and cons of flip ups? Any suggestions? Thanks.

I just picked up new mini-14 Tactical. Can anyone suggest a see through scope mount? It doesnt look like the b-square and similar will work with it. Here are some pics to help. I am new to the mini-14 arena any help greatly appreciated. Does that side plate come off? Its got some wiggle room...