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INSTRUCTION

MANUAL

FOR

RUGER®

MINI THIRTY RIFLE

AUTOLOADING RIFLE

NOT FOR USE WITH MINI-14 RIFLES (cal. .223)

For Product Service on This Model Please Call:

(603) 865-2442 (See p. 34)

STURM, RUGER & Company, Inc.

Southport, Connecticut 06490 U.S.A.

THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHOULD ALWAYS ACCOMPANY THIS FIREARM AND BE TRANS-

FERRED WITH IT UPON CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP, OR WHEN THE FIREARM IS LOANED OR PRE-

SENTED TO ANOTHER PERSON.

MS3/12-01 R9

READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND

WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY

BEFORE USING THIS FIREARM

BLUED &

STAINLESS

STEEL

CALIBER

7.62 x 39mm

Use of corrosively primed imported

ammunition can damage or ruin this

rifle. Use only U.S. commercially

manufactured ammunition.

WARNING

“Children are attracted to and

can operate firearms that can

cause severe injuries or death.

Prevent child access by always

keeping guns locked away and

unloaded when not in use. If you

keep a loaded firearm where a

child obtains and improperly uses

it, you can be fined or sent to

prison.”

ADVERTENCIA

State-By-State Warnings

Certain states require by law that their own specified warning

notices in larger-than-normal type be conspicuously included by

the manufacturer, distributor, or retail dealer with firearms sold

in that state. Sturm, Ruger sells its products in compliance with

applicable laws and regulations. Because our products may be

sold in these states, we include the following:

California:

“A los niños los atraen las armas

de fuego y las pueden hacer fun-

cionar. Ellos pueden causarses

lesions graves y la muerte. Evite

que los niños tengan accesso a las

armas de fuego guardándolas

siempre con llave y descargadas

cuando no las esté utilizando. Si

usted tiene un arma de fuego car-

gada en un lugar en que un niño

tiene acceso a ella y la usa inde-

bidamente, le pueden dar una

multa o enviarlo a la carcel.”

Connecticut:

“UNLAWFUL STORAGE OF A LOADED FIREARM MAY

RESULT IN IMPRISONMENT OR FINE.”

Florida:

“IT IS UNLAWFUL, AND PUNISHABLE BY IMPRISON-

MENT AND FINE, FOR ANY ADULT TO STORE OR

LEAVE A FIREARM IN ANY PLACE WITHIN THE

REACH OR EASY ACCESS OF A MINOR UNDER 18

YEARS OF AGE OR TO KNOWINGLY SELL OR OTHER-

WISE TRANSFER OWNERSHIP OR POSSESSION OF A

FIREARM TO A MINOR OR A PERSON OF UNSOUND

MIND.”

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Maine:

“ENDANGERING THE WELFARE OF A CHILD IS A

CRIME. IF YOU LEAVE A FIREARM AND AMMUNITION

WITHIN EASY ACCESS OF A CHILD, YOU MAY BE

SUBJECT TO FINE, IMPRISONMENT OR BOTH. KEEP

FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION SEPARATE. KEEP

FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION LOCKED UP. USE

TRIGGER LOCKS.”

Maryland:

“WARNING: Children can operate firearms which may cause

death or serious injury. It is a crime to store or leave a loaded

firearm in any location where an individual knew or should

have known that an unsupervised minor would gain access to

the firearm. Store your firearm responsibly!”

Massachusetts:

“WARNING FROM THE MASSACHUSETTS ATTORNEY

GENERAL: This handgun is not equipped with a device that

fully blocks use by unauthorized users. More than 200,000

firearms like this one are stolen from their owners every year

in the United States. In addition, there are more than a thou-

sand suicides each year by younger children and teenagers

who get access to firearms. Hundreds more die from acciden-

tal discharge. It is likely that many more children sustain seri-

ous wounds, or inflict such wounds accidentally on others. In

order to limit the chance of such misuse, it is imperative that

you keep this weapon locked in a secure place and take other

steps necessary to limit the possibility of theft or accident.

Failure to take reasonable preventive steps may result in inno-

cent lives being lost, and in some circumstances may result in

your liability for these deaths.”

“IT IS UNLAWFUL TO STORE OR KEEP A FIREARM,

RIFLE, SHOTGUN OR MACHINE GUN IN ANY PLACE

UNLESS THAT WEAPON IS EQUIPPED WITH A TAM-

PER-RESISTANT SAFETY DEVICE OR IS STORED OR

KEPT IN A SECURELY LOCKED CONTAINER.”

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New Jersey:

“IT IS A CRIMINAL OFFENSE TO LEAVE A LOADED

FIREARM WITHIN EASY ACCESS OF A MINOR.”

New York City:

“THE USE OF A LOCKING DEVICE OR SAFETY LOCK IS

ONLY ONE ASPECT OF RESPONSIBLE WEAPONS STOR-

AGE. ALL WEAPONS SHOULD BE STORED UNLOADED

AND LOCKED IN A LOCATION THAT IS BOTH SEPARATE

FROM THEIR AMMUNITION AND INACCESSIBLE TO

CHILDREN AND ANY OTHER UNAUTHORIZED PER-

SONS.”

North Carolina:

“IT IS UNLAWFUL TO STORE OR LEAVE A FIREARM

THAT CAN BE DISCHARGED IN A MANNER THAT A

REASONABLE PERSON SHOULD KNOW IS ACCESSIBLE

TO A MINOR.”

Texas:

“IT IS UNLAWFUL TO STORE, TRANSPORT, OR ABAN-

DON AN UNSECURED FIREARM IN A PLACE WHERE

CHILDREN ARE LIKELY TO BE AND CAN OBTAIN

ACCESS TO THE FIREARM.”

Wisconsin:

“IF YOU LEAVE A LOADED FIREARM WITHIN THE

REACH OR EASY ACCESS OF A CHILD YOU MAY BE

FINED OR IMPRISONED OR BOTH IF THE CHILD

IMPROPERLY DISCHARGES, POSSESSES, OR EXHIBITS

THE FIREARM.”

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Please check with your licensed retailer or state police for addi-

tional warnings which may be required by local law or regula-

tion. Such regulations change constantly, and local authorities

are in the best position to advise you on such legal matters.

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This firearm was originally sold

with a key-operated locking

device. While it can help provide

secure storage for your unloaded

firearm, any locking device can

fail. All guns are designed to fire

if they are loaded and the trigger

is pulled. Therefore, never install

the locking device inside the trig-

ger guard or in any way that it

can possibly pull the trigger! Do

not leave the keys in the lock.

The ultimate responsibility for

secure storage of any firearm

must depend upon its owner and

his or her individual circum-

stances. Guns should be securely

stored unloaded, in a secure

location, separate from their

ammunition.

See “Storage Warning”, page 30.

NEVER INSTALL

LOCKING DEVICE

INSIDE TRIGGER GUARD

WARNING – LOCKING DEVICES

DO NOT INSTALL

INSIDE TRIGGER GUARD

INSTALL LOCK

AS SHOWN HERE

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FIREARMS SAFETY-YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

SAFETY MUST BE THE FIRST AND CONSTANT

CONSIDERATION OF EVERY PERSON WHO

HANDLES FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION.

This Instruction Manual is designed to assist you in learning how to use and care

for your RUGER®MINI THIRTY RIFLE properly. Please contact us if

you have any questions about it.

Only when you are certain you fully understand the Manual and can properly

carry out its instructions should you practice loading, etc. with live ammunition.

If you have any doubts about your ability to handle or use a particular type of

gun safely, then you should seek supervised instruction. Such personalized

instruction is often available from gun dealers, gun clubs or police departments.

If none of these sources can help you, write to the National Rifle Association,

11250 Waples Mill Road, Fairfax, VA 22030-7400. They will assist you.

The person possessing a gun has a full-time job. You cannot guess; you cannot

forget. You must know how to use your firearm safely. Do not use any firearm

without having a complete understanding of its particular characteristics and

safe use.

Remember: There is no such thing as a foolproof gun.

TABLE OF CONTENTS Page

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Operation of Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

The Bolt Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Ammunition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Magazines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

To Load and Fire (With Magazine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

To Load and Fire (Without Magazine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

To Unload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

To Reload the Rifle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

To Extract and Eject a Chambered Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

To Remove a Bore Obstruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

To Clear a Malfunction (“Jam”) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

To Minimize Malfunctions (“Jams”) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Reassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Removal and Replacement of Fiberglass Handguard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Magazine Inspection and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Maintenance of Stainless Steel Rifles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Attaching Ruger Scope Rings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Sight Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Service and Parts Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Parts Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

The Basic Rules of Safe Firearms Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

“RUGER” is a registered U.S. trademark.

WARNING–ALTERATIONS

This product was designed to function

properly in its original condition.

Alterations can make it unsafe. Do not

alter any part or add or substitute

parts or accessories not made by

Sturm, Ruger & Co. Inc.

DO NOT ALTER ANY GUN

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FIREARMS ARE DANGEROUS WEAPONS–

READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS

IN THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND

CAREFULLY BEFORE USING.

GENERAL INFORMATION

AND MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS

The RUGER®MINI THIRTY RIFLE is a gas operated, box magazine fed,

autoloading rifle. It is simple, reliable, and consists of a relatively few rugged

components. The mechanism employs the Ruger fixed piston/moving cylinder

gas system in conjunction with a simplified Garand-type rotating bolt. The

Mini Thirty Rifle can be field stripped for cleaning to its basic subassemblies in

seconds without the use of tools. The Ruger Mini Thirty is similar, but not identi-

cal, to the Ruger Mini-14 series of rifles, and is adapted to an excellent deer

hunting cartridge, the 7.62 x 39mm.

Music wire coil springs are used throughout the mechanism. The safety, located

in front of the trigger guard, blocks both the hammer and sear and permits the

slide to be cycled with the safety “ON”. A bolt lock mechanism is provided for

convenience in holding the bolt open for loading and inspection. The firing pin is

retracted mechanically as the bolt starts to unlock and the rifle will fire only

when the bolt is locked. The one-piece American hardwood stock is reinforced

with steel liners in stressed and high temperature areas. The handguard and fore-

arm are separated from the barrel by an air space to promote cooling.

WARNINGS OF GREAT IMPORTANCE ARE

FOUND ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES:

Locking Devices 6 Unloading 16

Alterations 8 Bore Obstructions 19

Manual Safety 9 Malfunctions 22

Ammunition 11 Disassembly 23

Lead Exposure 12 Lubrication 29

Firing 14 Storage 30

Handling 15 Parts Purchasers 35

Sustained Firing 16

OTHER CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS APPEAR

THROUGHOUT THE MANUAL.

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Figure 1. In this illustration the frequently used operating components are identified. Note

that the safety is rearward in the trigger guard and is therefore in its “ON” (safe) position.

The Mini Thirty Rifle incorporates a unique patented buffer system which re-

directs and effectively absorbs the shock of the slide block striking the receiver

in recoil. The bolt stop fits in a slot in the side of the bolt, and it also serves as

the ejector so that the empty cartridges are ejected from the receiver straight out

to the side in order to clear the lowest mounted scope.

The patented Ruger integral scope mounts take all standard Ruger scope rings of

various heights. A blade front sight is used, with a tip-up type folding rear peep

sight, adjustable for windage and elevation.

NOMENCLATURE

BOLT LOCK

PLUNGER

HANDGUARD

SLIDE HANDLE

MAGAZINE LATCH

REAR SIGHT

SAFETY SHOWN “ON”

RECEIVER

EXTRACTOR

SCOPE MOUNT BASES

Keep the safety on unless actually firing.

Always move the safety fully to its intended

position and check it. The safety is not “ON”

unless it is completely “ON”. Never depend on

a safety mechanism or any other mechanical

device to justify careless handling or permit-

ting the rifle to point in an unsafe direction.

The only “safe” rifle is one in which the bolt is

open, the chamber is empty, and there is no

magazine in the gun.

KNOW HOW TO USE THE SAFETY

WARNING –MANUAL SAFETY

Safety in "ON" Position

TRIGGER

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THE BOLT LOCK

The Mini Thirty Rifle is designed so that the bolt remains open after the last shot

has been fired, provided there is a magazine in the rifle. When the magazine is

empty, the magazine follower actuates the bolt lock which is designed to retain

the bolt and slide in their rearward position.

WARNING: The bolt lock is not a safety device. It should not be used to hold the

bolt back when there are cartridges in the magazine. A slight jar to the butt end

of the rifle will cause the bolt lock to disengage and to feed a cartridge into the

chamber.

The bolt lock should be relied on only to hold the bolt in its rearward position

when the chamber is empty and an empty magazine is in place. The only purpose

of the bolt lock is for convenience in the rapid changing of magazines and for

holding the bolt in its rearward position when the rifle is unloaded for the pur-

pose of cleaning or inspection.

OPERATION OF BOLT LOCK

To manually engage the bolt lock to keep

the bolt open: (See Figure 3)

1. Pull the slide handle all the way to

the rear.

2. Depress the bolt lock plunger and

allow the slide to move forward

until it stops.

3. Put safety “ON” (push fully rear-

ward).

1

3

2

Figure 3

OPERATION OF SAFETY

The manual safety mechanism is located forward of the trigger for convenient

operation and is “ON” when in its fully rearward position intruding into the trig-

ger guard. (See Fig. 2) The safety can be moved to “ON” (extreme rearward posi-

tion) only when the hammer is cocked. When the safety is “ON”, it blocks both

the hammer and sear. The safety should always be placed “ON” before loading or

unloading the rifle and should be kept “ON” at all times except when actually fir-

ing.

Figure 2.

SAFETY “ON” SAFETY “OFF”

(Ready to Fire)

Death, serious injury, and damage

can result from the use of wrong

ammunition, bore obstructions,

powder overloads, or incorrect car-

tridge components. Even the

strongest gun can be “blown up” as

a result of excess pressure. Always

wear shooting glasses and hearing

protectors.

IMPROPER AMMUNITION

DESTROYS GUNS

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WARNING –AMMUNITION

AMMUNITION (CARTRIDGES) NOTICE

WE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DAMAGE OR

INJURY WHATSOEVER OCCURRING IN CONNECTION WITH, OR AS THE

RESULT OF, THE USE IN RUGER FIREARMS OF FAULTY, OR NON-STAN-

DARD, OR “REMANUFACTURED” OR HAND LOADED (RELOADED) AMMU-

NITION, OR OF CARTRIDGES OTHER THAN THOSE FOR WHICH THE

FIREARM WAS ORIGINALLY CHAMBERED.

AMMUNITION

The RUGER®MINI THIRTY RIFLES are chambered for the 7.62 x 39mm

cartridge, and can use either standard U.S. military or factory loaded sporting

7.62 x 39mm cartridges manufactured in accordance with U.S. industry practice.

Do not attempt to use any other cartridges in this rifle, even though “7.62mm”

may appear in their names (i.e., 7.62 x 51mm NATO [.308 Winchester]; 7.62

Tokarev; 7.62 x 54 Rimmed Russian, etc.). The only correct ammunition for the

Ruger Mini Thirty is the 7.62 x 39mm. The use of corrosively primed ammunition

is not recommended, See “Ammunition Notice” & “Ammunition Warning”, below.

To release the slide (which allows the

bolt to go forward) keep safety “ON” and

either:

1. Remove the magazine, draw the

slide handle to the rear and

release, or;

2. With an empty magazine in place,

draw the slide handle fully to the

rear and hold it there. Then, while

holding the slide handle, depress

the magazine follower slightly with

the thumb, remove the thumb, and

then allow the slide to go forward. (See Figure 4)

CAUTION: Slide is under heavy spring tension and can injure fingers when it

slams shut.

1

3

2

Safety

"ON"

Figure 4

Closing The Bolt

Ruger Mini Thirty Magazine

(Correct)

For Caliber 7.62 x 39mm

Ammunition Only

Bottom Top Side Bottom Top Side

Never attempt to use caliber .223 ammunition in Ruger Mini Thirty rifles, as it

will not chamber correctly and will “jam” the action.These smaller cases will

split upon firing in the larger Mini Thirty chamber, resulting in the release of

hot powder gases into the action and possible personal injury or damage to the

rifle. As with any firearm, always wear safety shooting glasses and adequate hear-

ing protection.

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MAGAZINES

RUGER®MINI THIRTY magazines are identified by having only one ver-

tical crease in the side of the magazine versus three vertical creases in the Ruger

Mini-14 magazine. The bottom of the Mini Thirty magazine is more tapered than

the generally rectangular bottom of the Mini-14 magazine, and the follower, visi-

ble from the top of the magazine, is distinctly more pointed on the Mini Thirty

(see illustrations below). DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE MINI-14 MAGAZINES IN

RUGER MINI THIRTY RIFLES.

Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated

areas, cleaning firearms, or handling

ammunition may result in exposure to

lead and other substances known to the

state of California to cause birth defects,

reproductive harm, and other serious

physical injury. Have adequate ventilation

at all times. Wash hands thoroughly after

exposure.

SHOOTING OR CLEANING GUNS

MAY EXPOSE YOU TO LEAD

WARNING – LEAD EXPOSURE

USE ONLY FACTORY AMMUNITION LOADED

TO U.S. INDUSTRY STANDARDS

Ruger Mini-14 Magazine

(Incorrect)

For Caliber .223

Ammunition Only

Do not use in Mini Thirty

INSERTING THE MAGAZINE

See Figure 5. The magazine may be inserted with the bolt either in the closed or

open position (See “Bolt Lock” section p. 10).

1. Hold the magazine at an angle as

shown and insert all the way up

into the magazine well. NOTE:

There is a hole in the top-front

portion of the magazine that

mates with a stud on the inside of

the receiver.

2. Pull the bottom of the magazine

toward the trigger guard until the

magazine latch at the rear of the

magazine well engages. Check to

be sure that the magazine is

securely latched into place.

REMOVING THE MAGAZINE

To remove the magazine, simply push the magazine latch forward until the rear

end of the magazine drops out of the magazine well. The magazine can then be

withdrawn from the rifle. To minimize the possibility of damage and malfunc-

tions, do not let the magazine drop to the ground (See Figure 6, p. 23).

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2

1

Figure 5

LOADING THE MAGAZINE

Use only clean ammunition of the proper caliber manufactured to U. S. Industry

specifications, in good condition. (See Notice and Warnings in other sections of

this manual pertaining to Ammunition).

To load the magazine, align each cartridge with the bullet forward (pointing

toward the hole in the front of the magazine body) and push downward until the

cartridge snaps into place. Do not attempt to load more than the designated

number of cartridges for which the magazine has been designed. RUGER®

MINI THIRTY RIFLES are sold with 5 round Ruger magazines.

The RUGER®MINI THIRTY magazine is not interchangeable with the

Ruger Mini-14 magazines. Do not use non-Ruger magazines -- they may cause

malfunctions.

DAMAGED, NON-STANDARD, OR IMPROPERLY

ASSEMBLED MAGAZINES SHOULD NOT BE USED.

THEY CAN CAUSE THE RIFLE TO MALFUNCTION.

The bolt automatically opens

and shuts quickly while firing.

Keep face and hands away from

it. Hot brass and powder gas is

ejected quickly and can burn

you. The rifle should be fired

from the right shoulder.

Always wear shooting glasses

and hearing protectors.

BOLT OPENS FAST–

HOT BRASS EJECTED

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TO LOAD AND FIRE (WITH MAGAZINE)

Practice this important aspect of gun handling (with an unloaded rifle) until you

can perform each of the steps - described below - with skill and confidence. But

before you do anything with the rifle, please first read completely through this

manual. This procedure begins with an empty rifle with its magazine out.

1. Be certain the muzzle is pointing in a safe direction. (See Rule 2, p. 42).

2. Before inserting loaded magazine, engage the bolt lock so the bolt is held

open. Check the chamber to be certain it is empty. MOVE THE SAFETY TO

THE “ON” POSITION. (See Figure 3, p. 10).

3. Load a magazine with the desired number of cartridges.

4. Insert the loaded magazine into the magazine well, and immediately...

5. Draw the slide handle all the way to the rear and release it, allowing the slide

to snap forward under full spring force. A cartridge will be stripped from the

magazine and chambered by the motion of the bolt.

WARNING: If cartridges do not feed smoothly from the magazine into the

chamber then do not use the rifle until the problem is corrected. (See

“Malfunction Warning” p. 22)

6. The rifle is now cocked and a loaded cartridge is chambered. Visually check to

be certain the safety is in the “ON” position.

7. When you are ready to fire the rifle, move the safety to the “OFF” position.

WARNING: DO NOT TOUCH THE TRIGGER UNTIL YOU ARE ACTUALLY

READY TO FIRE. KEEP THE SAFETY “ON” UNLESS ACTUALLY FIRING.

8. The rifle will fire one shot each time the trigger is pulled until the magazine is

empty. Some of the gas produced by the combustion of the powder is used to

push the slide and bolt to the rear, which extracts and ejects the fired cartridge

case, recocks the gun, and reloads a new cartridge from the magazine into the

firing chamber.

WARNING –FIRING

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If dropped or

struck with the

safety “off”, the

rifle may fire.

Keep chamber

empty unless

actually firing!

Keep safety “on”

unless actually

firing!

ANY GUN

MAY FIRE IF

DROPPED

WARNING –HANDLING

SAFETY IN "OFF" (FIRE)

POSITION

9. Immediately following the firing of a shot, and if a subsequent shot is not to

be fired at once, put the safety “ON” while the rifle is still pointing in a safe

direction down range. The safety should be moved to the “ON” position as

soon as firing is completed, and it should be “ON” at all times except when

the rifle is on target and being fired.

10. When the last cartridge in the magazine has been fired, the bolt lock will

automatically engage and hold the bolt and slide in the rearward, open posi-

tion. CAUTION: Autoloading firearms have reciprocating bolts and slides. Do

not position your fingers or face so these components can strike you when

the gun is fired.

So that the rifle can be used as a single loader, it

will fire whether or not a magazine is in the gun

if a cartridge is chambered. Removing magazine

does not unload rifle! To unload, first remove

magazine, then pull bolt to rear, eject chambered

cartridge, and visually inspect chamber. The safe-

ty should always be in the “on” (safe) position

when loading or unloading the rifle.

GUN WILL FIRE WITH

MAGAZINE OUT

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TO UNLOAD

WARNING: This sequence must be followed exactly as spelled out. Failure to do

so can result in the rifle’s chamber becoming unintentionally loaded with a car-

tridge!

1. Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction at all times and keep the fingers

outside the trigger guard. Move the safety to the “ON” position.

WARNING – UNLOADING

TO LOAD AND FIRE (WITHOUT MAGAZINE)

The rifle can be used as a single shot rifle in the absence of a magazine or for

safety or training purposes. To do so, follow step 1, p. 14. Then, manually load a

cartridge into the chamber, and follow steps 5 and 6 p. 14, disregarding the mag-

azine. Note that the bolt will not automatically lock open after the cartridge is

fired and automatically ejected. Engage the safety between shots.

WARNING – SUSTAINED FIRING

HOT BARREL CAN

“COOK-OFF” (FIRE) CAR-

TRIDGE IN CHAMBER

The Mini Thirty rifle fires from a

closed bolt. Sustained firing can

create excessive heat in the barrel

and can cause “cook-off” of

ammunition (heat-firing of the

cartridge in the chamber). This

“cook-off” can occur a substantial

period of time after firing has

ceased. Always unload the firearm

immediately after you have fin-

ished shooting.

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CORRECT UNLOADING SEQUENCE

1

3a

2

Safety

"ON"

3b

4

2. Remove the magazine. REMEMBER that even though the magazine has been

removed, a cartridge remaining in the chamber can still be fired!

3. Pull the slide handle all the way to the rear, extracting and ejecting the car-

tridge in the chamber. When the bolt is fully retracted, push down on the bolt

lock plunger and then allow the slide to move forward until it comes to rest

against the bolt stop.

4. Always visually double check the chamber to be certain it is empty.

5. The only “safe” rifle is one in which the bolt is open and the chamber and

magazine are empty.

TO RELOAD THE RIFLE

1. Firing all cartridges in the magazine and the chamber will cause the bolt to

automatically lock open. Keep the rifle pointed in a safe direction. Put the

safety “ON”. Reloading can be accomplished by pressing forward on the maga-

zine latch with the thumb or forefinger. The magazine will fall free of the rifle

of its own weight. To avoid the possibility of damage to the magazine, do not

let it fall to the ground unless rapid reloading is absolutely necessary.

2. Insert a loaded magazine. WARNING: The bolt stop is held in place by a spring

detent. Therefore, when there is a loaded magazine in place and the rifle is

jarred, the bolt can fly forward and chamber a cartridge.

3. Release the bolt to move forward by pulling the slide handle fully to the rear

and release the slide. A cartridge will be chambered when the bolt shuts.

WARNING: The rifle is ready for instant use once the bolt moves forward. If

the rifle is not to be fired immediately, keep the safety “ON”. When you are

ready to fire immediately, take the safety “OFF” and resume firing, putting the

safety back “ON” whenever you cease firing, even for a moment.

TO EXTRACT AND

EJECT A CHAMBERED CARTRIDGE

When the rifle is fired, the same gas pressure that drives the bullet forward acts

through the gas port to push the slide and bolt to the rear. This action causes

extraction and ejection of the fired cartridge case. If a cartridge fails to fire or if

the shooter wishes to eject the chambered cartridge manually, follow the proce-

dure “To Unload” step 3, p. 17. When the slide handle is operated there can be a

failure to extract the cartridge from the chamber, or a failure to eject the car-

tridge clear of the rifle. These failures usually are the result of the slide handle

not being pulled rearward vigorously. From the foregoing, it is clear that the gun

user must:

1. Always visually check the chamber and the breech-face after opening the slide

to eject a chambered cartridge. If the slide is not vigorously retracted, the

extracted cartridge can be “ejected” into the magazine area or remain held to

the breech-face by the extractor.

2. Thoroughly clean the chamber and the extractor as often as necessary.

If an empty magazine is in the rifle when the slide handle is being retracted to

extract a cartridge, the cartridge may drop on top of the magazine or remain

held to the breech-face by the extractor. Then, when the slide goes forward, the

cartridge will be chambered again! REMEMBER -- always remove the magazine

before clearing the chamber, and visually check to ensure that no cartridges

remain in the gun.

TO REMOVE A BORE OBSTRUCTION

Rifles like the Mini Thirty Rifle are susceptible to damage from firing when the

bore is obstructed. Excess oil, grease, water, or raindrops may form an obstruc-

tion which could cause damage and injury. If you suspect that your rifle may

have excess oil, grease or cosmoline in the barrel, or if it may have been

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Before loading or shooting the Mini Thirty rifle,

be certain the bore is unobstructed. Firing the

rifle with any obstruction in the bore may result

in severe damage to the rifle and serious injury to

the shooter and other persons nearby.

A MISFIRE or unusual report (sound) upon firing

is always a signal to cease firing immediately and

after waiting for one minute, examine the cham-

ber and bore of the firearm. It is not sufficient to

retract the slide handle and examine the chamber.

You must remove the magazine, clear the cham-

ber, lock the bolt open and inspect the bore visual-

ly - and with a rod if necessary - to be certain it is

completely clear of any obstruction. Failure to

detect and correctly remove a bore obstruction

can result in serious injury to the shooter and

bystanders, and damage to the firearm.

DO NOT “SHOOT OUT”

ABORE OBSTRUCTION

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A gun user should recognize that a lodged bullet is a fairly common form of bore

obstruction. Therefore the following information on how a bullet may become

lodged in the bore, and how it should be removed, deserves most careful reading

and heeding!

1. When firing, a bullet may become lodged in the bore if the cartridge contains

no powder, or the powder fails to ignite and only the primer charge ignites,

producing insufficient force to propel the bullet out of the bore.

2. A bullet may also become lodged in the bore when extracting a cartridge from

the chamber (unloading). If the bullet is not crimped tightly enough in the

cartridge case, the bullet may stick in the bore, with only the case being

extracted.

Experience indicates that the two conditions described above occur most fre-

quently with reloaded ammunition.

When either of the above described (1 or 2) situations occurs, proceed as follows

with the rifle pointing in a safe direction:

a) If the rifle is cocked, move the safety to the “ON” position.

b) Remove the magazine from the rifle.

WARNING –BORE OBSTRUCTIONS

exposed to humid conditions which could cause condensation, or to rain or snow

which might have entered the bore, open the bolt and clean out the barrel. Inspect

the bore visually to be sure that it is perfectly clear (See “Ammunition Warning”,

p. 11 and “Care and Cleaning” section p. 29)

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c) Retract the slide handle and lock it in the open position by pressing in the

bolt lock plunger in the top of the receiver. Retracting the slide handle

should remove the cartridge case. Be certain the safety is in the “ON” posi-

tion.

d) Check the chamber to be certain there is no cartridge case in it -- if there

is, extract it before proceeding with steps (e) and (f).

e) After making sure that the rifle is unloaded, inspect the bore from the

muzzle end of the barrel. If the bore is obstructed, insert a proper size

cleaning rod (without a tip or brush) into the bore from the muzzle and

dislodge and remove the bullet. If the bullet does not readily dislodge, it

may be necessary to lightly tap the handle end of the cleaning rod. If such

efforts fail to dislodge the bullet, take the rifle to a gunsmith. DO NOT

ATTEMPT TO REMOVE A LODGED BULLET USING A BLANK CAR-

TRIDGE, OR A CARTRIDGE FROM WHICH THE BULLET HAS BEEN

REMOVED, OR BY ANY MEANS OTHER THAN THE USE OF THE PROP-

ER SIZE CLEANING ROD AND REASONABLE FORCE APPLIED TO THE

ROD. BE CERTAIN ALL LOOSE POWDER HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM

THE BORE AND ACTION BEFORE INTRODUCING THE ROD INTO THE

BORE. NEVER TRY TO SHOOT OUT A BORE OBSTRUCTION! See “Bore

Obstruction Warning”, p. 19.

f) Reinspect the bore to be certain it is free of unburned powder particles or

any other debris. At the same time clean the magazine, the magazine well,

and other areas of the mechanism of unburned powder grains.

It is absolutely essential that steps (a) through (f) be followed if there is any

suspicion that a bullet has been lodged in the bore because of the situations

described in 1 or 2 above. Remember that a bullet can be lodged in the bore

of a rifle just where the rifling begins, and a live cartridge can still be cham-

bered and the bolt closed and locked. This can occur because the bullet in the

chambered cartridge is pushed back into the cartridge case far enough to give

the shooter the impression that the loaded cartridge has chambered normal-

ly.

Always check the bore for an obstruction if you experience difficulty in chamber-

ing a cartridge, experience a failure to extract, have a misfire, or the rifle does

not make a normal loud report on firing.

RELOADERS SHOULD USE ONLY CANNELURED BULLETS AND BE SURE TO

CRIMP THEM SECURELY IN THE CARTRIDGE CASE. NOTE: Sturm, Ruger &

Co. specifically does not recommend the use of reloaded, hand-loaded or reman-

ufactured cartridges. Please see “Ammunition Notice” p. 11.

TO CLEAR A MALFUNCTION (“JAM”)

Before “doing something”, study the situation to determine the nature of the

jam and how best to clear it. Any autoloading firearm may occasionally malfunc-

tion. If it does:

1. Be certain the muzzle is pointed in a safe direction and the safety is “ON”.

Keep fingers away from trigger.

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2. When attempting to free a jammed cartridge, do not use any type of tool that

is likely to act as a “firing pin” and discharge the cartridge should the tool

impact on the primer. Never use a cartridge as a “tool”.

3. After clearing a jam, inspect the gun mechanism to determine if dirt or debris

might be the cause of the problem. Excess lubricant or grease can cause car-

tridges to feed sluggishly. An accumulation of grease, dirt or powder grains in

the magazine can contribute to cartridge feeding problems.

4. After clearing a jam, inspect all cartridges that have been removed from the

gun. Safely dispose of any cartridges which are dented or nicked or have bul-

lets that are loose or improperly positioned in the cartridge case.

5. If it appears that the gun and magazine are not at fault and that the jam was

caused by the type of cartridge being used, then try another type.

6. If the above procedures do not result in a smooth and reliable feeding firearm,

don’t use the gun until it feeds cartridges smoothly and reliably. The rifle

should be returned directly to our Newport Product Service Department for

repair. See the “Service and Parts” section p. 34, for packing and shipping

information.

Another precaution: Form the habit of examining fired cartridge cases from time

to time. If fired cases have bulged heads or show splits on any part of the case,

stop using that ammunition and return the rifle to the factory for inspection.

(See page 34)

7. If a cartridge or shell is caught between the bolt and receiver, put the safety

“ON”, retract the slide, and lock it in the open position. Remove the magazine;

then remove the jammed case.

8. If a fired case is in the chamber, use a cleaning rod to knock it out.

9. If an unfired cartridge is stuck in the chamber, remove it from the breech-end

rather than trying to dislodge it with a cleaning rod inserted from the muzzle.

Use a piece of 3/16” brass rod which has one end shaped like a screwdriver tip.

Insert the tip in the extractor groove of the cartridge, use the face of the

receiver ring as a fulcrum and carefully pry out the cartridge. Be careful not to

strike the primer area of the live cartridge! Vigorously brush-clean the cham-

ber with solvent after clearing any jam involving the chamber.

TO MINIMIZE MALFUNCTIONS (“JAMS”)

Autoloading firearms of all makes and types occasionally malfunction when a

cartridge fails to feed from the magazine to the chamber, or when a cartridge (or

fired case) fails to properly extract and eject.

To minimize the possibility of such occurrences the gun user should:

1. Use ammunition of the correct caliber and type which is loaded to Industry

Specifications. Avoid reloads, remanufactured cartridges, and cartridges that

are dirty, corroded, or deformed. (See “Ammunition Warning”, p. 11)

2. Clean and lubricate the gun in accordance with the instructions in this manu-

al.

A cartridge can be “discharged” before it is cham-

bered if its primer receives a sharp blow. If a car-

tridge hangs up, jams, or binds when being cham-

bered or when being fed from the magazine into

the chamber, do not attempt to force it into the

chamber by pushing or striking the bolt. Any jam

or feeding problem is a signal to immediately stop

using the gun until it can be determined what is

wrong. Most failures of a cartridge to feed or to

chamber are caused by a damaged magazine,

improper gun handling, or defective ammunition.

Whatever the cause, cartridge jams can result in

the potentially dangerous situation of a cartridge

discharging before it is chambered. If this occurs,

the cartridge case will rupture and its fragments

will fly out of the gun with sufficient force to

cause injury. Always wear shooting glasses and

hearing protectors! Keep face away from chamber!

STRIKING RIM OR PRIMER

CAN BURST CARTRIDGE

WARNING –MALFUNCTIONS

3. If the mechanism shows signs of not functioning correctly, or if a part is dam-

aged or broken -- don’t use the gun. Have it inspected, and repaired. (See

“Malfunction Warning” below)

4. Use only genuine Ruger®Mini Thirty magazines and carefully load the maga-

zine. Do not exceed the stated magazine capacity. (See “Loading Magazine”, p.

13)

5. Do not ‘ride’ the slide handle when chambering a cartridge from the maga-

zine. The slide should be drawn fully to the rear and then be permitted to snap

forward under the full force of the recoil spring. If a cartridge does not fully

chamber, do not ‘pound’ on the slide handle to force the bolt closed. Rather,

retract the slide, eject the cartridge and determine the cause of the problem.

(See “Bore Obstructions Warning” p. 19)

6. To minimize the probability of an unfired cartridge being jammed should it

‘fall back’ onto the magazine, remove the magazine before retracting the slide.

When extracting an unfired cartridge, tip the right side of the rifle towards the

ground so that gravity will assist the cartridge to fall clear of the magazine

well. Always retract the slide briskly whenever extracting a live cartridge. Take

care to see that a cartridge is not forcibly ejected against a surface where the

primer might be set off.

Alterations to the rifle or use of non-Ruger magazines and accessories may cause

malfunctions. See “Alteration Warning” on page 8. If the above procedures do

not result in a smooth and reliably functioning firearm, don’t use the gun. The

rifle can be returned directly to our Newport, New Hampshire Product Service

Department for repair. See the Service and Parts Policy section, page 34, of this

manual for packing and shipping information.

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Always unload a firearm

before cleaning, lubrication,

disassembly or assembly.

UNLOAD BEFORE CLEAN-

ING

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WARNING –DISASSEMBLY

1

3a

2

Safety

"ON"

3b

4

DISASSEMBLY

Be Sure Rifle Is Unloaded!

Although The Mini Thirty Rifle can be disassembled, reassembled, and cleaned

in almost any surrounding, it is preferrable to carry out these procedures on a

workbench or table which has a covered top. A piece of shallow nap rug or an

old blanket is an ideal covering. Such a covering keeps the rifle from slipping

and being scratched.

1

2

Figure 6

1. With the rifle pointing in a safe

direction, safety “ON”, remove

the magazine by pushing catch

forward to release magazine,

while drawing magazine down

and forward (See Fig. 6).

1

2

Figure 7

2. Pull the slide handle all the way

to the rear and release. Make

sure safety is “ON” (See Fig. 7).

NOTE: Hammer must be cocked

and safety must be “ON” to

accomplish disassembly and

reassembly. Again, be sure cham-

ber is empty!

Figure 8

Figure 9

3. Use a 1/4” diameter steel rod,

punch, screwdriver shank, or

other suitable instrument insert-

ed into the hole in the rear of the

trigger guard as a lever to spring

open the trigger guardfrom its

latched position (See Fig. 8).

WARNING: Do not use a cartridge to unlatch the trigger guard because of the dan-

ger of loosening the bullet in the cartridge case (See Warnings in “Ammunition”

section, p. 11).

4. Fold rear sight down. Invert rifle

and remove trigger housing

assembly by carefully pulling it

upward (See Fig. 9). Be careful

not to damage stock when remov-

ing or replacing the trigger hous-

ing assembly.

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Figure 10

11a

11b

Figure 11a

Figure 11b

5. Remove barrel/receiver assem-

bly from stock by swinging rear

end away from action slightly,

then pull stock out of engage-

ment with gas block (See Fig.

10).

6. Remove buffer guide rod and recoil

spring (See Figs. 11a and 11b).

CAUTION: The spring is heavily

compressed -– use eye protection

and care when disassembling and

reassembling to prevent the rod

and spring from escaping forcibly

and possibly causing injury.

NOTE: When removing the buffer

guide rod, note positioning of the

projection on its end with relation

to the buffer cross pin. The long

tongue portion of the rod (“a”)

must go under the cross pin (“b”)

in Figure 11a, at the time of

reassembly.

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25

Figure 14

NOTE: The Mini Thirty Rifle is like the M1 Garand and many other types of

autoloading rifles in that the hammer can fall if the trigger is pulled when

the bolt is partially retracted. It is important for the shooter to realize that

the firing pin cannot contact the cartridge until the bolt is safely locked,

regardless of the position of the slide.

1

2

Figure 12

7. Remove the buffer cross pin

and the buffer bushing if there

is any concern they will fall out

during remainder of disassem-

bly. Note the position of the flat

on the buffer bushing.

8. Pull slide handle to the rear.

Align locking projections on

slide with disassembly notch on

receiver. Remove slide

(See Fig. 12).

9. Remove bolt lock cover plate by

carefully tapping downward

(with a soft-metal punch) at

point “a”. (See Fig. 13). With

cover plate removed, depress

bolt lock plunger, “b”, which

will allow ejector/bolt stop, “c”,

to be lifted out. (See “Caution”

in step 6, p. 24)

Figure 13

10. Pull the bolt forward until it

can be pivoted out of receiver.

Align firing pin projection with

slot in lower receiver bridge and

remove bolt from receiver (See

Fig. 14). NOTE: Bolt can be

removed from receiver with

ejector/bolt stop in place, but

bolt cannot be installed with

ejector/bolt stop in place.

Removal of the bolt stop assembly is not normally required for routine cleaning.

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Removal of the gas block assembly is not necessary and is not advisable. The gas

block assembly is factory fitted using special fixtures and torque tools. Attempting

to fit the gas block assembly without the required special equipment can result in

damage to the components and malfunctioning of the rifle.

Further disassembly of the RUGER®MINI THIRTY RIFLE is not required

for normal cleaning purposes and should only be performed by a trained armorer

who is experienced in firearms repair.

REASSEMBLY

Again, Be Sure Rifle and Magazine are Completely Unloaded!

1. Reassembly of bolt into receiver:

(BOLT CANNOT BE RE-INSTALLED WITH EJECTOR/BOLT STOP IN PLACE)

a. Bolt can be reinserted by holding it at approximately a 45oangle to the receiv-

er, with the rear end of the bolt angling downward. Insert the tail of the firing

pin through the slot in the receiver bridge, and “wiggle” the bolt until its rear

end moves back into the receiver. Then, push it forward to its closed and

locked position. It should rotate and move freely into place.

b. If you have removed the bolt stop (step 9, p. 25) reinsert the bolt lock plunger

and spring into its hole in the top of the receiver. Depress the plunger until

the rectangular cut in its side lines up with the round hole seen inside the

receiver on the left side. CAUTION! Plunger will now be under spring tension

and could cause injury if suddenly released. While holding the plunger against

its spring in this position, insert the bolt stop until its rectangular “tab” goes

into the rectangular cut on the bolt lock plunger. Sliding the bolt lock cover

plate upward (prying it upward slightly with a screwdriver if necessary) com-

pletes reassembly of the bolt lock. Note that the large inverted triangular pro-

tection on the cover plate goes on the outside of the rifle.

2. Reinstalling remaining parts of barrel/receiver group:

a. Retract bolt. Replace operating slide by angling the handle portion upward

between the handguard and receiver ring; then lower the slide so that the cam

track on the inside of the rod fits over the roller on the right locking lug of

the bolt, and the tab adjacent to the slide handle goes into its track on the

right side of the receiver.

b. Push operating rod fully forward. Be sure that the gas piston fits into the hole

in the front of the slide.

c. Replace buffer bushing (open end goes toward front) and cross pin. The cross

pin must be below flush with both sides of its hole. Be sure pin stays in place

for next step.

d. Hold action upside down as show in Figure 11b, p. 24. Carefully insert recoil

spring into hole in rear of slide, and compress the recoil spring until buffer

guide rod can be inserted into buffer bushing (the projection on the guide rod

should be between the buffer bushing cross pin and the barrel).

CAUTION! The recoil spring will be strongly compressed during this step and can

fly out with considerable force, possibly resulting in injury. Keep it under your

control and proceed with care.

3. Final reassembly of rifle:

a. Replace stock by inserting its front end into the gas block at a slight angle.

When the stock is correctly seated into the gas block, the stock can be

swung down into full contact with the receiver.

b. Insert the opened trigger housing assembly, safety “ON”, into the stock (the

hammer must be cocked prior to insertion). When fully seated, swing the

trigger guard fully into place until it locks shut. An audible “click” will be

heard when it is correctly locked. Cycle the slide handle and safety a few

times to be certain the components are correctly assembled. Put the safety

back “ON”.

c. Reinsert an empty magazine and fully withdraw slide. The bolt should lock

open automatically.

GUNS SHOULD NOT BE STORED LOADED!

REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT

OF FIBERGLASS HANDGUARD

1. MAKE CERTAIN THE RIFLE CONTAINS NO CARTRIDGES AND THAT IT IS

POINTING IN A SAFE DIRECTION.

2. Remove the magazine. Leave the slide in the forward position.

3. With the rifle flat on its side, apply substantial thumb pressure, with both

thumbs, to the projecting underside of the handguard in the area of the retain-

ing spring. (The spring is located underneath the circular projection on the

top of the handguard.) The pressure should be applied so as to raise the rear

portion of the handguard first.

4. To replace the handguard, put the forward end of the handguard under the top

portion of the gas block (as far forward as possible) and squeeze the handguard

down over the barrel.

MAGAZINE INSPECTION AND CARE

Check the magazine frequently. The follower must move freely and have ade-

quate spring tension so that each cartridge is quickly raised to the feeding posi-

tion.

To test the spring tension, load one cartridge into the magazine and then firmly

press against the cartridge case. Remove your finger quickly. The cartridge

should instantly and fully move in to the feeding position. If it does not, the

magazine should be cleaned. If cleaning does not restore proper spring tension,

do not use the magazine. (NOTE: After testing, remove the test cartridge).

When cleaning is necessary, use a solvent that will not rust the metal compo-

nents or adversely affect the plastic magazine bottom. The magazine may be dis-

assembled by placing a small screwdriver through the hole located in the maga-

zine bottom and depressing the magazine bottom retainer. Carefully use the

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screwdriver to push the magazine bottom rearward as you push down on the

spring-loaded bottom retainer. After the magazine bottom has been slid rearward

off the magazine shell, carefully raise the rear end of the bottom retainer so that

its two small lugs can be slid out the rear of the magazine and carefully remove

the bottom retainer. CAUTION! It is under spring tension from the magazine

spring. The magazine spring and follower may now be removed from the bottom

of the magazine shell, completing its disassembly. After the magazine has been

soaked in solvent to loosen foreign matter, be certain to shake it vigorously (with

the loading opening away from you) to remove solvent or residue from within

the magazine.

Reassembly of the magazine can be accomplished by hooking the magazine

spring into the hole in the magazine bottom from the right side. Reinsert this

assembly upwards into the magazine shell. Carefully compress the spring and

slide the bottom retainer on from the rear. Finally, press the bottom retainer

downward and slide the magazine bottom on from the rear.

Figure 15. Exploded view of the

Mini Thirty magazine components.

This illustration is included to

show the relationship and names

of the magazine components.

DAMAGED, NON-STANDARD, OR IMPROPERLY

ASSEMBLED MAGAZINES SHOULD NOT BE USED.

THEY CAN CAUSE THE RIFLE TO MALFUNCTION.

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Firing a rifle with oil, grease, or any other

material even partially obstructing the bore

may result in damage to the rifle and serious

injury to the shooter and those nearby. Do not

spray or apply lubricants directly on ammuni-

tion. If the powder of a cartridge is affected by

the lubricant, it may not be ignited, but the

primer firing may push the bullet into the bore

where it may be lodged. Firing a subsequent

bullet into the obstructed bore may damage the

rifle and cause serious injury or death to the

shooter and those nearby. Use lubricants prop-

erly. You are responsible for the proper care and

maintenance of your firearms.

IMPROPER LUBRICATION

DESTROYS GUNS

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CARE AND CLEANING

BEFORE CLEANING, BE CERTAIN THE RIFLE AND ITS MAGAZINE CON-

TAIN NO CARTRIDGES.

At regular intervals, or whenever the rifle has been exposed to sand, dust,

extreme humidity, condensation, immersion in water, or other adverse condi-

tions, disassemble, clean and oil it. Proper periodic maintenance is essential to

the reliable functioning of any firearm.

To clean the rifle, proceed as follows:

1. Disassemble (field-strip) the rifle to the extent described on pages 23 - 25.

2. Using a cleaning rod, run a solvent-wetted patch through the bore several

times. Then attach a solvent-wetted bristle brush to the rod and run it back

and forth the full length of the bore as many times as necessary to remove

grease and dirt from the bore and chamber. Clean bore with dry patches and

examine. Bore fouling can contribute to reduced accuracy, and grease accumu-

lation in the chamber can interfere with proper feeding of cartridges from the

magazine.

3. Using powder solvent on a clean patch or bristle brush, remove powder residue

from all components of the mechanism. After cleaning, run a dry patch

through the bore, then follow with a patch that is very lightly oiled. Wipe all

surfaces clean with cloth, then wipe all surfaces with a patch or cloth that has

been very lightly oiled.

4. NOTE: Only a light application of oil is needed to provide adequate lubrication

of moving parts and to prevent rust. Excess accumulations of oil tend to

attract particles of dust and dirt and may congeal in cold weather which can

interfere with the safe and reliable function of the rifle.

WARNING –LUBRICATION

OIL

Never place or store any firearm in

such a manner that it may be dis-

lodged. Firearms should always be

stored securely and unloaded, away

from children and careless adults. Use

the locking device originally supplied

with this firearm for storage.

The use of a locking device or safety

lock is only one aspect of responsible

firearms storage. For increased safety,

firearms should be stored unloaded

and locked in a location that is both

separate from their ammunition and

inaccessible to children and any other

unauthorized person.

STORE SECURELY & UNLOADED

STORAGE

GUNS SHOULD NOT BE STORED LOADED!

USE THE LOCKING DEVICE SUPPLIED WITH THE RIFLE FOR STORAGE.

(SEE PAGE 6)

Do not store the rifle in a leather case or scabbard. Leather attracts moisture,

even though it may appear to be dry.

TO RENDER THE RIFLE INOPERATIVE FOR SAFE STORAGE

With the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, remove the magazine, retract the

slide handle, and retract the bolt fully to the rear. Lock the bolt open and check

the chamber to be sure the rifle is completely unloaded! With the muzzle point-

ed in a safe direction, pull downward on the rear end of the trigger guard and

remove the trigger housing assembly from the bottom of the rifle.

Store the rifle and the trigger housing assembly in different locations. When dis-

assembled in this manner, the rifle is inoperable. It is impossible to fire the rifle

until the trigger housing assembly has been correctly replaced.

To reassemble the rifle for firing, reinsert the trigger housing assembly into the

receiver from the bottom. Swing the trigger guard upward and rearward until it

latches securely in place. Check to be sure that the bolt can be operated fully and

freely by operating the slide handle back and forth. The rifle is now reassembled

and can be loaded and fired normally.

While the rifle is less likely to be used by unauthorized persons when disas-

sembled in the above manner, it is always safest to store a firearm with the

supplied locking device correctly installed, or to store the firearm in a gun safe

or other secure location, away from children and unauthorized adults. Guns

should always be stored securely, unloaded and separate from their ammuni-

tion.

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WARNING –STORAGE

MAINTENANCE OF STAINLESS STEEL RIFLES

Firearms and components made of stainless steel are relatively more resistant to

corrosion than those of blued steel. However, in the interest of proper operation

and long life of a stainless steel firearm, inspect it frequently and clean, lubricate

and apply an appropriate rust preventative.

Sometimes discoloration occurs from perspiration or from contact with some

types of gun cases. Rusting may occur as a result of the firearm being exposed to

moisture, salt air or chemicals.

Minor discoloration can usually be removed by rubbing the stainless area with an

abrasive ink eraser, crocus cloth, or a “metal polishing” compound. When using

any of these abrasives, proceed with care and use light pressure to achieve a

blending of “color” with those areas that are not discolored. Do NOT use abrasives

on the clear coating of the aluminum alloy trigger housing.

External surfaces most subject to rusting from handling, or from exposure to the

elements should be cleaned and wiped dry after use or after exposure to adverse

conditions. If the rifle is to be stored, coat it with a light film of oil or preserva-

tive. Where the rifle is in continuing use, and the presence of oil or grease would

be objectionable, then the external surfaces can be coated (after cleaning and

drying) with a paste wax formulated for use on metals. Apply the wax sparingly,

allow time for it to dry hard, then buff lightly with a soft cloth. When applying

the wax, take care that it does not get into the mechanism or on the functioning

parts or in the bore.

ATTACHING RUGER SCOPE RINGS

Each Ruger telescope ring is a mated assembly of a top and a base. Do not mix

the parts of the two ring assemblies as they are not interchangeable. On the

underside of each mounting ring assembly there is an integral lug located off

center with respect to the front and back sides of the mount. The lug is nearer to

the front surface. By reference to the lug, the mounting can be correctly assem-

bled with the front of the ring toward the muzzle of the rifle.

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1. Fold rear sight down. Disassemble one ring and reassemble over the scope

body between the turret and the eyepiece. Remember - the lug on the base

should be on the front side of the scope.

2. Install the four top screws. Do not tighten.

3. Disassemble the other ring and install it on the forward section of the scope

tube with the lug forwardly also. Install the four top screws. Again, do not

tighten.

4. Assemble the rings to the receiver with the lugs engaging the recesses in the

top surface of the receiver. Tighten the clamp nuts so that the rings are locked

to the semicircular cuts on the sides of the receiver.

5. Rotate the scope until cross-hairs are aligned properly and slide scope to

desired eye relief. Then tighten the eight top screw each a bit at a time to grip

the scope body.

6. Sight in according to the directions with your scope.

SIGHT ADJUSTMENT

Shooting to determine the setting of the elevation slide (aperture) should be

done from a bench rest and over a measured distance.

The rear sight is adjustable for both windage and elevation. Lateral (windage)

adjustment is made by loosening the Rear Sight Windage Lock Screw (with the

hex-head wrench provided with the rifle) until the sight base requires finger pres-

sure to be moved. (See illustration below). Move the sight in the direction you

wish to move the point of impact. Before moving the sight, pencil mark an index

line on the sight base and on the receiver so that the amount of sight movement

can be detected. After desired positioning of the sight base has been achieved,

tighten the lock screw firmly.

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WINDAGE ADJUSTMENT: To move the bullet impact point to the left, move

the rear sight base to the left. To move the bullet impact point to the right,

move the rear sight base to the right. Be sure to retighten lock screw after

adjustment.

To Move Impact To Right

Move Sight Right

To Move Impact To Left,

Move Sight Left

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SUGGESTED SIGHT PIC-

TURE

The front sight is aligned in the

center of the rear sight aperture

(“peep”) and the target (bullseye) is

positioned to appear as if it is sit-

ting on top of the front sight.

ELEVATION ADJUSTMENT: To move the bullet impact point up or down, move

the elevation slide (the “peep”) by loosening both its screws (using a small

screwdriver with a blade tip that exactly fits the screw-head) only slightly so the

slide doesn’t move too freely. Move the slide in the direction you want the point

of impact of the bullet to move. When the slide is positioned at the desired

height, carefully retighten both screws.

To Move Impact Up,

Raise Sight

To Move Impact Down,

Lower Sight

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SHIPPING FIREARMS FOR REPAIR

RUGER®MINI THIRTY RIFLES returned to the factory for repair

should be sent to: Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc., Product Service Department,

411 Sunapee St., Newport, New Hampshire 03773. Telephone (603) 865-2442.

Guns should be sent prepaid. We will not accept collect shipments.

The Federal Gun Control Act, as well as the laws of most States and localities, do

not prohibit an individual (who is not otherwise barred from purchasing or pos-

sessing a firearm) from shipping a firearm directly to the manufacturer for

repair. However, before you ship your rifle to us, be certain that your State or

locality does not have a law or regulation which will prohibit you from receiving

the rifle from us after it has been repaired. If such receiving is prohibited, then

please have a Federally Licensed firearms dealer ship the gun to us. If your rifle

is sent to us by a dealer, it will be returned to him after being repaired. If a hand-

gun (pistol or revolver) is shipped by an individual who does not hold a Federal

Firearms License, it must be shipped via U.P.S. (Next Day Air) Persons who do

not hold a Federal Firearms License are prohibited by Federal law from shipping

a handgun by Mail. Handguns mailed in violation of the law are impounded by

the Post Office.

DO NOT SEND GUN BOXES OR LITERATURE THAT YOU CONSIDER TO BE

COLLECTOR’S ITEMS – THESE ARE INVARIABLY DAMAGED OR

DESTROYED IN SHIPMENT. Please do not include rifle case, sling, telescopic

sights or custom accessories with a firearm being shipped to the factory for serv-

ice. Rifles and shotguns may be shipped via Parcel Post. Always insure your ship-

ment.

Enclose a letter which includes your name, address, telephone number, serial

number and model of the firearm. Describe in detail the trouble you have experi-

enced with your firearm, or the work you wish to have done. Merely stating that

the firearm “needs repair” is inadequate information.

Work performed will bear a net minimum labor charge of $20.00 plus a $12.00

shipping and handling charge. The charge for rebluing the RUGER®MINI

THIRTY RIFLE is $50.00 plus a $12.00 shipping and handling charge.

Custom gunsmithing service or nonstandard alterations are NOT AVAILABLE

from Ruger Product Service Departments.

WARNING: BEFORE SHIPPING ANY FIREARM,

BE ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN THAT IT AND ITS MAGA-

ZINE ARE UNLOADED. DO NOT SHIP CARTRIDGES

WITH A FIREARM.

SERVICE AND PARTS POLICY

If you have any questions with regard to the performance of your RUGER®

MINI THIRTY RIFLE please write or call (603-865-2442) our Product

Service Department in Newport, New Hampshire 03773, fully describing all cir-

cumstances and conditions involved. If you should return your rifle to the factory

for repair, or order parts for it, please comply with the following suggestions for

prompt service:

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CAUTION: A gun containing modified, broken, malfunctioning,

or badly worn parts should not be fired.

ORDERING PARTS

Please contact the New Hampshire Product Service Department for parts avail-

ability and current prices. All parts orders for the RUGER®MINI THIRTY

RIFLE should be sent to: Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc., Product Service

Department, 411 Sunapee Street, Newport, New Hampshire 03773, 603-865-

2442. We cannot comply with open account or C.O.D. orders. Payment in the

form of a check, money order, Visa or Mastercard must accompany your order.

Credit Card orders must include the account number, expiration date and

whether it is a Visa or Mastercard account. Minimum parts order is $1.00 plus

$3.50 shipping and handling charge. Order parts by Part Name and Part Number

and include the entire serial number of the firearm for which the parts are being

ordered. There is a minimum net labor charge of $20.00 plus $12.00 shipping

and handling charge if the parts are factory fitted. All factory fitted parts are fit

on an exchange basis only. We will not return the replaced parts.

Barrels, and a number of other component parts must be fitted at the factory.

Company policy is to proof-test and/or function fire all barrels after fitting to the

receivers in which they are to be used. This procedure ensures maximum protec-

tion to our customers. The special proof-test ammunition used in this testing is

sold only to bonafide firearms manufacturers and is not available to gun shops,

gunsmiths, or individuals.

Because the receiver of the RUGER®MINI THIRTY RIFLE is a serial

numbered component, it is defined as a “firearm” by Federal law and is not sold

as a separate component.

*Parts designated by an asterisk must be factory fitted. These parts are fitted on

an exchange basis only. We will not return the replaced parts. We will not return

any part that is broken, malfunctioning, badly worn or has been modified. See

“Warning – Parts Purchasers”, above.

WARNING –PARTS PURCHASERS

It is the purchaser’s responsibility to be absolute-

ly certain that any parts ordered from the factory

are correctly fitted and installed. Firearms are

complicated mechanisms and IMPROPER FIT-

TING OF PARTS MAY RESULT IN A DANGER-

OUS MALFUNCTION, DAMAGE TO THE

FIREARM, AND SERIOUS INJURY TO THE

SHOOTER AND OTHER PERSONS. The pur-

chaser and installer of parts must accept full

responsibility for the correct adjustment and

functioning of the rifle after such installation.

PARTS MUST FIT CORRECTLY

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RUGER®MINI THIRTY RIFLE

PARTS LIST

Design, prices and specifications subject to change without notice.

SPECIFY MODEL WHEN ORDERING

(See Exploded View on Page 41)

Part Name Part No. Model

*Barrel, Specify Model & Serial Number 0M8002 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

*Barrel, Specify Model & Serial Number K0M8002 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

*Bolt MS01003 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

*Bolt KMS01003 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

*Bolt Assembly MS11003 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

*Bolt Assembly KMS11003 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Bolt Lock Cover Plate MS06700 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Bolt Lock Cover Plate KMS06700 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Bolt Lock Plunger MS04500 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Bolt Lock Plunger KMS04500 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Bolt Lock Plunger Spring KMS04600 All Mini Thirty Models

Buffer Bushing MS04010 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Buffer Bushing KMS04010 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Buffer Cross Pin MS06610 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Buffer Cross Pin KMS06610 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Buffer Guide Rod MS03901 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Buffer Guide Rod KMS03901 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Butt Plate C-63 Mini Thirty - Wood Stock Models

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Part Name Part No. Model

Butt Plate Screw, (2 Req’d.) B-64 Mini Thirty - Wood Stock Models

Butt Plate Screw, (2 Req’d.) B-91 Mini Thirty - Synthetic Stock Model

Ejector Bolt Stop MS03211 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Ejector Bolt Stop KMS03211 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Extractor MS01403 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Extractor KMS01403 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Extractor Plunger KMS01600 All Mini Thirty Models

Extractor Spring MS01500 All Mini Thirty Models

*Firing Pin KMS01103 All Mini Thirty Models

Forearm Liner & Stock Cap Assembly MS02200 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Forearm Liner & Stock Cap Assembly KMS02200 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Front Sight MS04403 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Front Sight KMS04403 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Front Sight Cross Pin MS07200 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Front Sight Cross Pin KMS07200 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

*Gas Block, Top & Bottom, (2 pieces) MS03503 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

*Gas Block, Top & Bottom, (2 pieces) KMS03503 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Gas Block Screw, (4 Req’d.) MS06500 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Gas Block Screw, (4 Req’d.) KMS06500 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Gas Pipe MS03600 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Gas Pipe KMS03600 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Gas Port Bushing KMS02503 All Mini Thirty Models

*Hammer MS01700 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

*Hammer KMS01700 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Hammer Pivot Pin MS01900 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Hammer Pivot Pin KMS01900 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Hammer Spring KMS04700 All Mini Thirty Models

Part Name Part No. Model

Hammer Strut MS01800 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Hammer Strut KMS01800 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Hammer Strut Assembly MS01800A Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Hammer Strut Assembly KMS01800A Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Handguard Assembly, Fiberglass MFH All Mini Thirty Models

Magazine, Complete, 5-Shot Capacity MAG/762 All Mini Thirty Models

Magazine Bottom MS03404 All Mini Thirty Models

Magazine Bottom Retainer MS02602 All Mini Thirty Models

Magazine Follower MS03004 All Mini Thirty Models

Magazine Latch MS03103 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Magazine Latch KMS03102 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Magazine Latch Pivot Pin MS01200 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Magazine Latch Pivot Pin KMS01200 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Magazine Latch Spring MS05000 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Magazine Latch Spring KMS05000 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Magazine Shell MS02704 All Mini Thirty Models

Magazine Spring MS02804 All Mini Thirty Models

Pistol Grip Cap D-80SB Mini Thirty - Synthetic Stock Model

Pistol Grip Cap Medallion D-82 Mini Thrity - Synthetic Stock Model

Pistol Grip Cap Screw C-96SM Mini Thirty - Synthetic Stock Model

Rear Sight Assembly, Complete MS25501 All Mini Thirty Models

Rear Sight Peep Blade MS05210 All Mini Thirty Models

Rear Sight Windage Lock MS05910 All Mini Thirty Models

Rear Sight Windage Lock Screw MS05710 All Mini Thirty Models

Receiver MS00103 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Receiver KMS00103 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Recoil Pad D06315 Mini Thirty - Synthetic Stock Model

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Part Name Part No. Model

Safety Assembly MS13800A Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Safety Assembly KMS13800A Mini Thirty - Stainless Model

Safety Detent Spring KMS04900 All Mini Thirty Models

Safety Spring Retaining Pin MS06200 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Safety Spring Retaining Pin KMS06200 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Scope Ring Clamp D-74 Mini Thirty - Wood Stock Models

Scope Ring Clamp, Matte Finish KD-74M Mini Thirty - Synthetic Stock Model

Scope Ring Nut D-73 Mini Thirty - Wood Stock Models

Scope Ring Nut, Matte Finish KD-73M Mini Thirty - Synthetic Stock Model

Scope Base Torx®Head Screw (8 Req’d.) MPF07600 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Scope Base Torx®Head Screw (8 Req’d.) KMPF07600 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Scope Rings, Medium Rings S100RM All Mini Thirty Models

Accommodates a 42mm Lens

Scope Rings, Medium Rings KD72M-MATTE All Mini Thirty Models

Accommodates a 42mm Lens (stainless matte finish)

*Secondary Sear MS02300 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

*Secondary Sear KMS02300 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Secondary Sear Spring KMS02400 All Mini Thirty Models

Slide Assembly MS23703 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Slide Assembly KMS23703 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Slide Spring/Recoil Spring KMS05101 All Mini Thirty Models

Sling, Carrying, Nylon, Not Illustrated MA-132 All Mini Thirty Models

Sling Swivel Assembly, Rear MS07601 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Sling Swivel Assembly, Rear KMS07600 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

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Part Name Part No. Model

Sling Swivel, Front MS07500 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Sling Swivel, Front KMS07500 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Stock (Wood w/Butt Plate Attached) MS00403 All Mini Thirty Models

Stock Assembly, Complete, Synthetic KMS30427 Mini Thirty - Synthetic Stock Model

Stock Reinforcement Assembly MS20702 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Stock Reinforcement Assembly KMS20702 Mini Thirty - Stainless Model

Stock Reinforcement Lock Washer, MS08000 All Mini Thirty Models

(2 Req’d.)

Stock Reinforcement Screw, (2 Req’d.) MS06900 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Stock Reinforcement Screw, (2 Req’d.) KMS06900 Mini Thirty - Stainless Model

Torx®Key Wrench, Not Illustrated MPF07601 All Mini Thirty Models

(for scope base Torx®Head Screw)

*Trigger MS02000 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

*Trigger KMS02000 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Trigger Bushing MS04300 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Trigger Bushing KMS04300 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Trigger Guard MS00200 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Trigger Guard KMS00200 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Trigger Housing P01300 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Trigger Housing KP01300 Mini Thirty - Stainless Model

Trigger Housing KMS01301 Mini Thirty - Synthetic Stock Model

Trigger Pivot Pin MS02100 Mini Thirty - Blued Model

Trigger Pivot Pin KMS02100 Mini Thirty - Stainless Models

Trigger Spring KMS04800 All Mini Thirty Models

*PARTS SO MARKED MUST BE FACTORY FITTED

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RUGER®MINI THIRTY RIFLE

EXPLODED VIEW

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THE BASIC RULES OF SAFE FIREARMS HANDLING

We believe that Americans have a right to purchase and use firearms for lawful

purposes. The private ownership of firearms in America is traditional, but that

ownership imposes the responsibility on the gun owner to use his firearms in a

way which will ensure his own safety and that of others. When firearms are used in

a safe and responsible manner, they are a great source of pleasure and satisfaction,

and represent a fundamental part of our personal liberty.

Firearms do not cause accidents! Firearms accidents are almost always found to

have been the result of carelessness, or ignorance on the part of the shooter of the

basic rules of safe gun handling.

The following rules must be observed by gun users at all times. Safe gun handling

is not just desirable, it is absolutely essential to your safety, the safety of others, and

the continuation of gun ownership and sport shooting as we know it today.

1. LEARN THE MECHANICAL AND HANDLING CHAR-

ACTERISTICS OF THE FIREARM YOU ARE USING.

Not all firearms are the same. The

method of carrying and handling

firearms varies in accordance with

the mechanical provisions for avoid-

ing accidental discharge and the vari-

ous proper procedures for loading

and unloading. No person should

handle any firearm without first hav-

ing thoroughly familiarized himself

with the particular type of firearm he

is using, and with safe gun handling

in general.

2. ALWAYS KEEP THE

MUZZLE POINTED IN A

SAFE DIRECTION.

Be sure of the bullet stop behind

your target, even when dry-firing.

Never let the muzzle of a firearm

point at any part of your body or at

another person. This is particularly

important when loading or unload-

ing a firearm. In the event of an acci-

dental discharge, no injury can occur

as long as the muzzle is pointing in a

safe direction. A safe direction means

a direction which will not permit a

discharged bullet to strike a person,

or to strike an object from which the

bullet may ricochet.

RUGER

®

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

READ THE INSTRUCTIONS

AND WARNINGS IN THIS

MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE

USING THIS FIREARM.

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A safe direction must take into account the fact that a bullet may pene-

trate a wall, ceiling, floor, window, etc., and strike a person or damage

property. Make it a habit to know exactly where the muzzle of your gun

is pointing whenever you handle it, and be sure that you are always in

control of the direction in which the muzzle is pointing, even if you fall

or stumble. Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot.

3. FIREARMS SHOULD BE UNLOADED WHEN NOT IN

USE.

Firearms should be loaded only when you are in the field or on the target

range or shooting area, ready to

shoot. Firearms and ammunition

should be securely locked in safes,

racks or cabinets, or by using the

locking device supplied with the

firearm, when not in use.

Ammunition should safely be

stored separate from firearms.

Store your firearms out of sight of

visitors and children. It is the gun

owner’s responsibility to be certain

that children and persons unfamil-

iar with firearms cannot gain

access to firearms,

ammunition, or components.

4. BE SURE THE BARREL IS CLEAR OF OBSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE SHOOTING.

Even a bit of mud, snow or excess

lubricating oil or grease in the

bore may cause the barrel to

bulge, or even burst on firing, and

can cause serious injury to the

shooter and bystanders. Be sure

that you are using ammunition of

the proper caliber and loading for

the gun you are using. If the

report or recoil on firing seems

weak, or doesn’t seem quite right,

CEASE FIRING IMMEDIATELY,

unload your firearm, and check to

be sure that no obstruction has

become lodged in the barrel. Never

try to shoot out an obstruction!

1

3a

2

Safety

"ON"

3b

4

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5. BE SURE OF YOUR

TARGET BEFORE YOU

SHOOT.

Don’t shoot unless you know

exactly where your bullet is going

to strike. Be sure of the bullet

stop behind your target, even

when dry-firing with an unloaded

gun. If you are in the field hunt-

ing, do not fire at a movement or

noise. Take the time to be

absolutely certain of your target

before you pull the trigger.

6. WEAR SHOOTING

GLASSES AND HEARING

PROTECTORS WHEN

YOU SHOOT.

All shooters should wear protec-

tive shooting glasses and ade-

quate hearing protectors when

shooting. Exposure to shooting

noise can damage hearing, and

adequate eye protection when

shooting is essential.

7. NEVER CLIMB A TREE

OR FENCE WITH A

LOADED FIREARM.

Put the firearm down carefully

before climbing a fence, and

unload it before climbing or

descending a tree or jumping over

a ditch or other obstruction. Never

pull or push a loaded firearm

toward yourself or another person.

When in doubt, or whenever you

are about to do anything awkward,

unload your gun!

8. DON’T SHOOT AT A

HARD SURFACE, OR AT

WATER.

Bullets can glance off many sur-

faces like rocks or the surface of

water and travel in unpredictable

directions with considerable

velocity.

9. NEVER TRANSPORT A

LOADED FIREARM.

Firearms should always be

unloaded before being placed in a

vehicle. A suitable carrying case

or scabbard should be used to

carry an unloaded firearm to and

from the shooting area.

10. AVOID ALCOHOLIC

BEVERAGES WHEN

SHOOTING.

Don’t drink until the day’s shoot-

ing is over. Handling firearms

while under the influence of alco-

hol in any form, or medications

that could affect your judgement

or co-ordination, constitutes a

criminal disregard for the safety

of others.

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ABRIEF ACCOUNT OF AN EXTRAORDINARY

ACHIEVEMENT: RUGER FIREARMS

One of the few American firearms manufacturers whose manage-

ment has remained unchanged since starting in business, Sturm, Ruger &

Company, Inc., had its beginning in a small machine shop occupying a

rented frame building in Southport, Connecticut. In January, 1949, with

an initial investment of only $50,000 and an idea, William B. Ruger and

Alexander M. Sturm started production of a .22 caliber autoloading pistol

– a design which was so successful that it became the cornerstone upon

which one of the most comprehensive lines of sporting firearms ever made

in America was established. After Alex Sturm’s death in 1951, William B.

Ruger continued to direct the company alone and today, as Chairman

Emeritus of the Board, he continues to provide the guidance which has

made this 52-year-old company a sound and successful enterprise.

Sturm, Ruger & Company, in this relatively short time, has established

itself as a leading small arms design organization, developing a unique and

broad line of fine quality sporting, military and police firearms to become

one of the world’s most famous producers of revolvers, pistols, rifles and

shotguns. From 1949 thru 2001 Ruger craftsmen have built many millions

of firearms.

During its five decades of growth and progress under the leadership of

William B. Ruger, the company has developed a business philosophy and

implemented policies which represent a constructive influence in the life

of modern America. From the beginning, Sturm, Ruger & Company played

a positive role in conservation efforts and has supported the interests of

shooters through such groups as the National Rifle Association, National

Shooting Sports Foundation, and many regional sportsmen’s organiza-

tions. The company has always endeavored to market its firearms for con-

structive and recreational purposes, to emphasize the traditional aspects of

shooting, to render meaningful public services and to encourage shooters

in constructive, responsible, and safe participation in the shooting sports.

Today, Sturm, Ruger & Company is particularly mindful of those elements

which have contributed to the creation of its success, and extends heartfelt

thanks to its many loyal employees and customers.

A current catalog of Ruger firearms is available free upon request to

Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc., Southport, CT 06490.

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WHY NO WARRANTY CARD HAS BEEN

PACKED WITH THIS NEW RUGER FIREARM

The Magnuson-Moss Act (Public Law 93-637) does not require any

seller or manufacturer of a consumer product to give a written war-

ranty. It does provide that if a written warranty is given, it must be

designated as “limited” or as “full” and sets minimum standards for a

“full” warranty. Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. has elected not to pro-

vide any written warranty, either “limited” or “full”, rather than to

attempt to comply with the provisions of the Magnuson-Moss Act and

the regulations issued thereunder. There are certain implied war-

ranties under state law with respect to sales of consumer goods. As

the extent and interpretation of these implied warranties varies from

state to state, you should refer to your state statutes. Sturm, Ruger &

Company wishes to assure its customers of its continued interest in

providing service to owners of Ruger firearms.

STURM, RUGER & Company, Inc.

Southport, Connecticut 06490 U.S.A.

http://www.ruger.com

“Arms Makers For Responsible Citizens”

A COPY OF THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR ANY RUGER

FIREARM IS AVAILABLE FROM THE FACTORY FREE ON REQUEST.

THESE INSTRUCTION MANUALS CONTAIN IMPORTANT

WARNINGS WHICH MUST BE UNDERSTOOD

BEFORE USING THESE FIREARMS.

“RUGER”, the Sturm, Ruger logo, “SINGLE-SIX”, “BLACKHAWK”, “REDHAWK”, “SECURITY-SIX”,

“SPEED-SIX”, “SERVICE-SIX”, “BEARCAT”, “OLD ARMY”, “10/22”, “MINI-14”, “MINI THIRTY”,

“RANCH RIFLE”, “M77”, “77/22”, “GP-100”, “SP101”, “P-85” and “VAQUERO”

are registered U.S. trademarks.

“77/50” is a Ruger trademark.