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Offline ssnowgun

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Mini 14 in 6.8 Remington
« on: January 24, 2008, 07:38:16 AM »
Anyone have one of these new model/calibers? If so, how does it shoot, etc.?

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Re: Mini 14 in 6.8 Remington
« Reply #1 on: January 31, 2008, 05:44:52 AM »
Hi all, I am new to the forum but have been coming here for some time. Two fellas I know bought the 6.8 mini and are getting 7/8" to 1.5" depending on ammo used with scoped rifles and no modifications. As far as I know, neither have started reloading 6.8 yet. I was so impressed I bought a new H-bar mini 30(identified by fillet in front of gas block), although not a true "heavy" barrel, the added weight around the gas block dampens enough vibration to make it an acceptable shooter. My 30 will hit a pop can every time at 50 yards offhand with iron sights and factory (.308dia. bullets)ammunition through a .310 bore. No doubt handloading the correct dia bullets will tighten groups considerably, if that's your thing. I haven't tried 100yds from the bench yet. Hope this helps.
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Re: Mini 14 in 6.8 Remington
« Reply #2 on: February 25, 2008, 09:21:07 AM »
Here is a link to a review at gunblast.com

http://www.gunblast.com/Ruger-RanchRifle68.htm