Save your hard earned money with a high value package like this for your Mini-14 or Mini-Thirty! The Vortex Venom 3 MOA optic is low-profile yet rugged"" and the aluminum housing surrounds a large viewing window that makes for a wide field of view and sight picture with next-to-no obstruction for rapid shooting transitions and target acquisition. Pairing your Vortex red dot optic with a Samson Hannibal Rail will enhance target acquisition and accuracy. The Hannibal Rail is currently offered for 2008 and later Mini-14 or Mini Thirty"" or 2007 and earlier Mini-14 (in both black and natural gray). NOTE - It also fits on the Ruger AC-556. Refer to the Ruger serial number lookup on their website if you are unsure what year your rifle was manufactured. It is very important that the correct combination of Hannibal Rail and barrel type is used. If during installation there are any fitment concerns"" immediately stop and contact Samson MFG customer service.