Vintage 1982 Ruger Mini-14 Rifle 223 Instruction Manual Serial Prefixes 181-184

This is an original factory instruction and owner’s manual for the Ruger Mini-14 rifle (.223 / 5.56mm caliber). This manual is specific to Mini-14 rifles with serial number prefixes starting from 181 through 184. Printed in May 1982 (print code KMS1 & MS1-5-82 R2). Great original reference copy or filler piece to complete a vintage Ruger box set.
Item Details:Manufacturer: Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. (Southport, CT) Date of Publication: May 1982 Applicable Models: Ruger Mini-14 (181–184 serial prefixes)
Content:Complete instructions covering safety rules, operation, sight adjustment, basic disassembly/reassembly, lubrication, parts lists, and Ruger product history up to 1982.
Condition: This manual is in fair, usable vintage condition with all pages present and fully legible.Creasing: Has a heavy horizontal center fold crease across all pages and covers from being folded in half. Covers & Edges: Features noticeable brown age spots/foxing and surface staining on the back cover, along with typical edge wear, minor chipping, and corner rounding from age and handling. Interior: The pages are clean of handwriting or highlighting, text and detailed schematics remain clear and easy to read.
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