RE: Ruger Mini 14???
You should like a mini14 if you never lose sight of what it is. I own a mini and an AR. I bought my stainless mini when I got out of college in 83 for $285.00. They are a HIGHLY reliable shooter. Mine has had never given me any issue. BUT theyare NOT an accurate rifle. Mine is a 3 inch at 100 with the iron blade sight...It always has been, always will be! They are well made, nicely sized, very reliable and one might even argue they are a classic with that Garand / M1A action. I know there are people who might get MOA with them who will take exception to what I am saying, but more often than not they are marginal when it comes to accuracy. If you want a reliable "bug out gun", then the mini fits the bill. I must say, if you can swing the $$'s for a good AR....they are SWEEEEEEET!