[NattyIce]

Im having trouble finding a scope mount for my 196 series. I bought this http://www.opticsplanet.net/ncstar-...ill-red-green-rubber-mini-14-scope-rings.html and my problem is after 5 rounds the screw starts to become loose. The only scope mounts I've seen look to be designed the same way. Does anyone know which brand, if any, is a solid fit? I plan on returning the NcSTAR since it's pretty useless at this point.

 

["JV"]

I wonder if using a Loctite thread locker would help. Maybe the blue stuff so you can take it off if needed.

 

[prc77]

Yes use blue loctite. I use blue Loctit on my gas block screws, all screws on scope rings. I would use blue loctite on anything that you mount on your mini 14.

 

[strangebrew613]

Might try this idea

http://www.gggaz.com/index.php?id=241&parents=156

 

[Texas Patriot]

Might try this idea

http://www.gggaz.com/index.php?id=241&parents=156

This won't work because he has a "NON RANCH" Mini model. Meaning that there are no integral scope mounts to mount either rings or a rail to. All new model Mini's have the integral rings, but the older Mini's had two models to pick from. One was the "Ranch" model with the integral mounts on the receiver, the other was the "regular" model that did NOT have the integral mounting grooves on the receiver. This is the one he has and needs some help with.

Not jumping on you, just trying to explain the differences in models of Minis.

 

[Guido]

Ice,
I've heard good things about this B-Square mount.
http://www.opticsplanet.net/mini-14-sporting-rifle-mounts.html

This Leapers mount look identical to B-Square at half the price. (w/different rings)
http://www.opticsplanet.net/leapers-mini-14-weaver-style-mount-with-1-rings-mnt-214.html

regards,
Guido

 

[happy1]

Im having trouble finding a scope mount for my 196 series. I bought this http://www.opticsplanet.net/ncstar-...ill-red-green-rubber-mini-14-scope-rings.html and my problem is after 5 rounds the screw starts to become loose. The only scope mounts I've seen look to be designed the same way. Does anyone know which brand, if any, is a solid fit? I plan on returning the NcSTAR since it's pretty useless at this point.

I've got a 196 series Mini-14 I've got an S&K mount. mounted on it I tried a B-square side mount it wasn't worth a rat's a**. This S&K is rock solid but you do have to remove your rear site to mount it no big deal with these eyes I need a glass anyhow you'll need part #2270
http://www.scopemounts.com/index.html?instaprice.html
Look under Ex-Military insta-mounts about a third of the way down.

Paul..

 

[Guido]

Paul,
How does the S&K mount at the front?
Have you experienced any problems with ejection or brass whacking the scope?

Guido

 

[bullet head]

I have a 185 and I tried the B Square mount it was always coming loose no mater what I did. The dam thing is a piece of crap. So I had the receiver drilled and taped and installed a rail never had another problem.

 

[DFBonnett]

My experience with the B-Square mount has been more favorable. The screws do require the use of blue Loctite or equivalent. Be advised that if you do remove the mount it will require rezeroing upon reinstallation.
FWIW
YMMV

 

[Marlin 45 carbine]

there is a maker that has their design useing 2 securing screws in the side mount and says it's 'rock sturdy' I just can't recollect where I saw their ad.

 

[happy1]

Paul,
How does the S&K mount at the front?
Have you experienced any problems with ejection or brass whacking the scope?

Guido

The S&K uses the rear site bracket to mount, It just lays on the receiver in the front, it has a set screw in the rear of the mount to act as a cantilever, The mount is as rock solid as any other mount I've ever used. I have even removed it for cleaning the first time with the scope still attached the second time just removed the scope both times it returned to zero. Was even able to remove and replace the bolt with the mount still attached. My Mini throws the brass to the right front 5-6 ft at the 1 o'clock position no problem with the brass whacking my scope turret.
In fact when I called to order it the Gentleman I spoke to said if I didn't like it I could send it back for a full refund.

 

[pdog]

Same here, had 2 B Square's in the past, both JUNK. S&K is the way to go if you only want a scope, rock solid.

 

[NattyIce]

I bought the blue locktite, so I'll find out this weekend it if worked or not. Is there any other websites with more information on that SKS mount?

 

[happy1]

I bought the blue locktite, so I'll find out this weekend it if worked or not. Is there any other websites with more information on that SKS mount?

I spoke to Gundoc about a mount and his recommendation was S&K that was good enough for me, I will not promote anything that doesn't work for me and this mount does the job, in fact I sent the B-square to another member of PU but I haven't heard back from him yet. The only web-site that I know is their site. Like I said I spoke to the gentleman and he stated if I didn't like it I could send it back for a full refund.

http://www.scopemounts.com/index.html?instaprice.html

Paul

 

[Guido]

Pulled the trigger on the S&K 2270... How large of an objective lens can be mounted using low rings?

thx, Guido

 

[happy1]

Pulled the trigger on the S&K 2270... How large of an objective lens can be mounted using low rings?

thx, Guido

I've got a 40mm on mine and still got plenty of room probably could go with a 50mm

 

[Guido]

50?!? Dang!
I'm gonna have to inject miracle grow into the butt stock. Or stuff cotton in my cheeks like the Godfather. LMAO

 

[rocker1]

S&K is definitely the way I would go if I stopped using my scout mount. I echo other people's experiences with B-square - I threw mine in the trash so it wouldn't contaminate another gun.

 

[johnlee]

Can the reciever be dilled and tapped for a mount? I don't want to remove my sights but I want to mount a scope. I didn't realize that the b-square mounts are so unreliable.