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Paladin wrote: ↑Mon Apr 29, 2024 11:41 am Some discussion on twist rate:
Pairing Barrel Twist Rates with Bullet Weights for .223 and 5.56 NATO

Basically for a given caliber if you want to shoot more accurately at distance you want a heavy bullet. For 70- to 77-grain bullets you want a 1-in-7 twist rate barrel. Again this is primarily for distance shooting to reduce the effects of wind.

Paladin,

Thanks for this article. I knew that, in general, you needed a faster barrel twist for the heavier bullets, but didn't know the specific rates for the various bullet weights. Very helpful....

Crash

Paladin wrote: ↑Mon Apr 29, 2024 10:00 am There are a lot of reasons why the AR-15 is really popular right now.

I've seen a Delta Force combat veteran say that if he had a choice between any pistol, shotgun, or rifle in the world for self defense he would choose an AR-15.

I know people that like the Mini-14, but in the end the AR-15 is more accurate, more modular, and as long as you keep the bolt carrier group lubricated, more reliable.

Paladin,

Thanks for your input--I appreciate it.

Crash

Thinking about buying either a Ruger Mini-14 or some AR15 clone for home protection ("up close and personal" out to about 300 yds).
In general, which is easier to maintain, including disassembly and reassembly?
Also, I understand that, because of twist rate of the Mini-14 (1 in 9), it probably won't shoot the heaviest bullets (anything above 75 gr) as accurately as the AR15. Is that correct?

All input appreciated,

Crash