Mannlicher Schoenauer Rifles

[dfletcher]

I'm looking over the various models (1903, 1950, 1956 & 61, etc) and have pretty much decided to buy something, but have a few questions regarding scope mounting. I see a fair number of 1903 models that have European "claw mount" bases in place - but no "rings/mounts". I've also checked out NECG and they offer the rings/mounts, but these need to be fitted. I'm fine sending the rifle to NECG, am just wondering if anyone has experience doing this.

I see that a fellow online (Gunbroker) sells a "Redfield" style swing in set of bases, basically the same as the claw mount but using conventional rings instead. Has anyone seen or used this set up? Supposedly the Stoeger imported models were drilled & tapped for these mounts - true?

Looking on line for these rifles isn't my 1st choice, I'd rather find a local gun shop where I can check up close & in person. Any northern CA gun stores that tend to carry these rifles? I have no problem going from SF to SJ and up to Sac to look & buy.

Any help based on experience appreciated.

[6079Winston]

I put a set of those Redfield bases on a new customer gun that was drilled and tapped for them about 25 years ago, it didn't seem too hard and I was too young to notice anything unusual. I vaguely remember it feeling pretty comfortable offhand, probably perfect for Chamois.