[Ramie]

I just purchase my first mini-14, it is a 180 series, built in 1976, i dont know very much about these guns. Is this a good gun, it is fairly plain, with a aftermarket 30 rd mag and a tasco scope, it is in excellent condition? What is the value of this gun? I was told it would be hard to find parts and that i should get rid of it. Any info or suggestions would be great.

 

[Bill]

Depends! If you just want to shoot it, shoot it, and if something breaks, ask Ruger to fix it. Better check with Ruger today, ask them if they do warranty work on 180's.

Anyhow, if you have any thought of adding aftermarket parts to it, forget it. Better to sell it to someone who wants a 180 for their collection, and get a 181- or later series.