Need advice, PH scope base/rings?

[OldSalty]

Thanks for the replies.

The serial number is indeed prefixed with a P, which is like P-4....

Does this basically confirm the 1200tx model?

I know for sure this rifle is definitely not from the 80's. Because I remember it growing up. Im thinking late 60's but will know for sure later today.

Also, I forgot to mention not sure why, but this rifle is chambered in 30-06. Most of the 1200tx I have seen on the web seem to be 7.62/308.

Im taking the rifle to a local gunny tomorrow to have it checked out and ask them about doing some mount work as well.

Thanks Again,

OldSalty

[rgg_7]

A "P" prefix is indeed a 1200TX. If it's now a 30-06 it's been rechambered or rebarrelled. If it's got Parker Hale markings and proofs on the barrel this will tell you the original caliber. The rear holes are larger than the front to support the large 5E sight base. Your front holes are 6-48's where the rears are 10-32's. Smith will confirm. Take the existing bases with you as well...this will be very helpful to confirm exactly what you have. If you want a rail I'd order a Ken Farrell 1200 rail with 6-48 holes front and back then have your Smith counter bore the rears for 10-32 clearance. Don't muck around with the receiver holes. Ron (Canada)

[OldSalty]

The barrell is parker-hale, with the proof markings. And imported by Jana, Denver Colorado stamped in as well. I am being told this parker was purchased with the 30-06 chambering and is late 60's.

The original owner does not believe it was ever rechambered or rebarrelled.

Not sure.

[rgg_7]

Not seen one in 30-06. If you have it out of the stock it will be proofed according. I've seen one in 300 Win Mag. Interesting. Ron (Canada).

[OldSalty]

Ive had it out of the stock to check the trigger housing etc. The only chamering marks I have found are on the barrell, which is 30-06. The barrell is very heavy and seems to fit the proflie of the 1200tx and I will get exact deminsions from the gunny.

It also came with the front "ring"and rear arperature "peep" sight from the factory.

Would a full serial number even be traceable to the origins at this point?

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Also, I am pretty open to the base solution but want to stay away from proprietary solutions, that got me into this mess of trying to scope it with a 30mm tube.

If there is a base 2 piece weaver solution, that would also be considered for sure.

[rgg_7]

Serial number will get it close to the year of manufacture. The records are in private hands. The chap that has these will most likely read this post and contact you. Records are incomplete and were salvaged from the factory clean up. Ron (Canada)

[OldSalty]

The no 45 weaver rear would still need modified though, correct?

Thanks to everyone for all the helpful info.

[rgg_7]

I don't think the Weaver 45 rear base has enough "meat" to accommodation the larger screws. Front would be Ok. Best to stick with the Ken Farrell one piece base. It's made for Parker Hale 1200. 0 MOA is part number "Parker Hale - 0 - G43 and 20 MOA is "Parker Hale - 20 - G42". It's a stock item and can be ordered on line for $118.94. You'll need rings to match your scope select. Your Smith should be able to walk you through this. Ron (Canada)

[OldSalty]

Im going to look closer for any signs of rechambering or rebarreling.

But at this point the only chambering mark I have found is on the top of the barrell.

Pictures attached of top of the barrel, proof mark and serial.

This was my fathers Parker, and he was the only known owner.

[bigduke6]

BLACK MAMBA now that is a rare beastwhereever that is now!

Don't think that would be in the realms of "Politicly correct" these days, but I do recall some of the "glossy artistic male appealing top shelf magazines", very early on in my sea going career and recall the name in the back page adverts....... nothing to do with rifles though........