Category Archives: Ruger

Custom Tactical Mini-14 Ranch Rifle (197 series)

Posted on 02/20/2013 by savethegun

I wanted to post some updated photos of my never-ending tactical Mini-14 project. I’ve owned the gun for a decade now, and it has undergone many transformations. The gun currently weighs 7.4 pounds, as shown (minus magazine and sling). I … Continue reading →

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Ruger 22/45 Lite

Posted on 04/12/2012 by savethegun

Ruger just introduced a new version of the 22/45 called the 22/45 Lite. Caliber: .22 LR Capacity: 10 Barrel: Threaded Material: Aluminum Front Sight: Fixed Rear Sight: Adjustable Grips: Replaceable Panels Grip Frame: Zytel® Polymer Twist: 1:16″ RH Grooves: 6

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Ruger 10/22 Takedown

Posted on 03/28/2012 by savethegun

The new Ruger 10/22 Takedown is a cool 10/22 variant that is perfect for backpackers and survivalists. Stock: Black Synthetic Finish: Clear Matte Rear Sight: Adjustable Front Sight: Gold Bead Barrel Length: 18.50″ Overall Length: 37.00″ Material: Stainless Steel Length … Continue reading →

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Gun Laws that are FUBAR

Posted on 02/28/2012 by savethegun
Posted in AK Series, AR, CA Guns, community, Franklin Armory, Gun Politics, Mini-14, NFA, Preparedness, Ruger, YouTube | 2 Comments

Archangel Sparta

Posted on 02/08/2012 by savethegun

It looks like the Archangel Sparta stock is finally starting to become available to consumers (it was introduced at SHOT Show 2011). The Archangel Sparta stock will compete directly with Troy Industries, Tapco, ATI, and Sage International stocks already available. The … Continue reading →

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CA Single-Shot Exemption

Posted on 11/28/2011 by savethegun

I briefly mentioned the single-shot exemption in a comment regarding the FNP-45 Tactical. The single-shot exemption allows California consumers to legally purchase handguns that are not on the Roster of Handguns Certified for Sale. Calguns.net has a thread that explains … Continue reading →

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Guns You Can’t Have in CA (Part 1)

Posted on 11/14/2011 by savethegun

I have decided to start a new series of posts about guns I like but cannot own in CA. Since I’m on some inexplicable rimfire mood lately, here’s the Ruger 22/45 Threaded Barrel: Ruger’s venture into tactical rimfire handgun territory … Continue reading →

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Ruger SP101 .22LR

Posted on 09/27/2011 by savethegun

Material: Stainless Steel Finish: Satin Stainless Front Sight: Fiber Optic Rear Sight: Adjustable Barrel Length: 4.20″ Overall Length: 9.12″ Weight: 30.0 oz. Grips: Black Rubber Twist: 1:16″ RH Grooves: 6 MA Approved & Certified: No CA Approved: Yes Capacity: 8 … Continue reading →

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Alternative Ruger Scout Rifle, From Ruger

Posted on 05/30/2011 by savethegun

After posting about the Ruger Gunsite Scout Rifle, I wondered if Ruger already had an existing gun that could fill the role of a highly versatile, lightweight .30 caliber rifle (as outlined by Colonel Jeff Cooper). The Ruger Mini Thirty, … Continue reading →

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Ruger Gunsite Scout Rifle

Posted on 05/30/2011 by savethegun

Colonel Jeff Cooper had a concept for an all-purpose carbine. From Wikipedia: In the early 1980s, Cooper published an article describing his ideal of a general-purpose rifle, which he dubbed a Scout Rifle. This was a bolt-action carbine chambered in … Continue reading →

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