Thread: 222 vs 223 on deer

222 vs 223 continued....

Ruger Mini 14's in 223 caliber came into NZ about 1975?
I brought one and used it quite a bit all over the country, just like anyone else. Yes Mr Policeman, this rifle went with the NZ government/Police buyback scheme.

Bring back memory's for some perhaps?



Kea inspecting my Mini 14 rifle next to a mountain mule pack, photo taken on a walk into the Dusky Sound region.

I rejoined the NZFS in 1978, I used this rifle in the Te Urewera area they were quite popular up there, almost like fashion accessories.




Hanamahihi hut, Whakatane river area.




Rusa deer photo.... When these rifles first came out they had an extended magazine, later on I cut down the mag to comply with the law at that time. Yes every thing is lawful and above board...
May put up some more photos... ?