Ruger Mini 30 7.62X39 Stainless with Rare Federal Ordnance Inc. underfolding Stock

Published on January 10, 2016
Duration: 4:42

This video showcases a stainless steel Ruger Mini-30 chambered in 7.62x39, featuring a rare Federal Ordnance Inc. underfolding stock. The presenter highlights the stock's unique mechanism and its retro aesthetic, contrasting it with modern modifications like rail systems for red dot sights. The video also touches on custom magazine blending for aesthetic appeal.

Quick Summary

This stainless steel Ruger Mini-30 in 7.62x39 features a rare Federal Ordnance Inc. underfolding stock. The stock's mechanism allows for compact storage, and the rifle is presented with a custom-blended Pro Mag magazine for aesthetic matching. Potential modernizations include adding an UltiMAK rail for optics.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction to Ruger Mini-30
  2. 00:09Rare Underfolding Stock
  3. 00:28Demonstrating Stock Deployment
  4. 00:43Rifle Specifications (Stainless, 7.62x39)
  5. 00:55Magazine Insertion and Customization
  6. 01:02Underfolding Stock Mechanism
  7. 01:20Customized Pro Mag Magazine
  8. 01:39Modernization Potential (Rails, Red Dots)
  9. 01:52Suppressor Modification Idea
  10. 02:01Appreciation for Retro Wood Stock
  11. 02:19Stock Comfort vs. Collectibility
  12. 02:33Viewing the Other Side
  13. 02:47Vicor Sling Integration
  14. 02:56Custom Magazine Blend Details
  15. 03:07Stock Material Discussion (Walnut?)
  16. 03:20UltiMAK Rail and Red Dot Suggestion
  17. 03:33Folding Stock Back Up
  18. 03:53Final Look with Magazine In
  19. 04:14Concluding Remarks
  20. 04:16Different Light Angle

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber is the Ruger Mini-30 featured in the video?

The Ruger Mini-30 shown in the video is chambered in the 7.62x39 caliber. This caliber is known for its historical association with AK-pattern rifles and offers a good balance of power and availability.

What is unique about the stock on this Ruger Mini-30?

The Ruger Mini-30 is equipped with a rare Federal Ordnance Inc. underfolding stock. This stock features a distinctive mechanism for collapsing and extending, providing a compact profile while maintaining the rifle's functionality.

Are there any suggested modifications for this Ruger Mini-30?

Yes, the presenter suggests modernizing the rifle by adding an UltiMAK rail system to mount a red dot sight. Another potential modification discussed is threading the barrel to accommodate a suppressor.

What is the aesthetic appeal of the stock on this rifle?

The stock is described as a retro wood stock, possibly walnut, which adds significant aesthetic appeal and collectibility. While not the most comfortable, its artistic value as a 'wooden and metal sculpture' is highlighted.

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