Can�t say I have had the scope rings pop off either.
I bought mine used in the 80�s (1961 mfg) for��$40. I had to sell a couple Star Wars toys to get it
Since then I have refinished the stock twice and lopped about 3 inches off the barrel and killed piles of small furry critters with it. I found 2 10-round mags and 1 5-round mag in the back of Champion Shooters Supply for $5 each! I have learned much about shooting and 'shadetree smithing' on this rifle.
I must say, I wish steal mags and a replacement for the plastic 'quarter rib' were available. This may be the very last gun I would part with.
