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The manufacturer does not state if the Choate Tool Mini 14 Ventilated Handguard is compatible with the 584 Series. However, from what information I could find it most likely will not fit. I recommend contacting the manufacturer to confirm compatibility.
Just received this order in the mail and fits like a glove. Its made out of polymer also has a great feel to it.Proper clearance for the slide, oversized ports to allow proper cooling for the Barrel. Definitely would recommend product
This is a well made product that is much nicer than the disappointing factory guard (Model 580+). The polymer is thick, it snaps into place without tools, and it looks great. The fit was a bit tight at the ends, so I had to sand one end slightly and ...
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I had one of the Federal Ordinance originals on a 181 series Mini-14 in the late 1970s. This copy is exactly the same and fits my 580 series perfectly.
I took off 1 star because the hand guard didn't fit my 580 Series Mini 14 when I first tried to install it. The thickness and shape of the collar on the handguard that fits under the front part of the rifle was too thick and required some minor sand...
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I bought this product after finding numerous internet posts saying the product is a cheap and easy way to modify a Mini-14 into something more “tactical”, while also providing better venting for the barrel. However, when I installed the product, I im...
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Product Info for Choate Tool Mini 14 Ventilated Handguard
Avoid accuracy loss and extend the life of your barrel with one of our Ventilated Hand Guards designed to dissipate heat generated during rapid fire.
Specifications for Choate Tool Mini 14 Ventilated Handguard:
Manufacturer:
Choate Tool
Gun Make:
Ruger
Gun Model:
Ruger Mini-14
Color:
Black
Gun Rail:
Standard
Condition:
New
Included Accessories:
Standard
Country of Origin:
USA
Gun Type:
Rifle
Quantity:
1
Features of:
Durable glass filled polymer
Package Contents:
Choate Tool Mini 14 Ventilated Handguard
Choate Tool Mini 14 Ventilated Handguard Orderable Models
List of Orderable Models
Choate Tool Mini 14 Ventilated Handguard ,223, 5.56, 7.65 X 39, CMT-07-02-04, MPN: CMT-07-02-04, Code: OP3-FO-CHTL141-CMT-07-02-04
Choate Tool Mini 14 Ventilated Handguard Unavailable & Discontinued Models
List of Unorderable Models
USED, Choate Tool Mini 14 Ventilated Handguard ,223, 5.56, 7.65 X 39, CMT-07-02-04, MPN: CMT-07-02-04-EDEMO, Code: OP3-FO-CHTL141-CMT-07-02-04-EDEMO-IN-C