I am in conversation with a fellow to purchase a Mannlicher Schoenauer 1952 carbine in '06. It does not have rings & bases I have two questions.

1: Is the action drilled & tapped for these unusual side mounts or would I have to have this done. I do not like to alter original guns so this could be a deal breaker.

2: What is the availability of these mounts & who makes them? What should I expect to pay for these mounts. The owner thinks they are rare.

Sorry for the uninformed questions but I love the 1952 feel just not very knowledgeable on the gun itself.

Thanks in advance for any information......