Hi, I've posted this here cause a lot of responses in the archive about P14s & BSAs come from Canadian members, so... could someone tell me please what scope blocks BSA modded P14s take, I'm assuming either Win Model 70 or Rem 700 type? Mine has a Lyman peep on it which is OK but it is capable of much better accuracy than I can shoot with the peep so I think its time to upgrade to a scope.
Steve.

Here ya go:
http://www.weaver-mounts.com/charts/charts.aspx
Hope this helps!

til later

Thanks for that, I'd already looked at the Weaver site but it doesn't cover the BSA sporterised P14 specifically. The later models with rounded receivers, Monarch & CF2s, use the same blocks as Rem 700s do, so I reckon its probably these but I was hoping that someone who had done it might know or be able to give me the Weaver #s they've got. Our local guy doesn't carry much Weaver stock & I don't want to have to order them in & then find I've got the wrong ones.
Steve.

Parker Hale! I no longer have an old Parker Hale catalogues but these will give the correct code number. These blocks are usually fairly easy to find on eBay. Or you could contact Alfred J Parker in Birmingham, UK to see if they can advise.

Or try this old thread: http://thehunterslife.com/forums/showthread.php?t=783

or here:

http://www.gunandgame.com/forums/archive/index.php/f-55.html

or here:

http://www.nvt.com.au/Rifle-scopes/Riflescope-Rings-and...20and%20two%20piece/

Close but no cigar yet! I have however had a lovely prowl thru many an interesting post on these forums (forae?), always something new to learn.
Your mention of a P-H catalogue got me digging till I found mine. Its not old enough to feature to P14s etc but it does have relative heights of their mounting blocks & with some measuring & bit of sleuthing I might just crack my wee problem.
Steve

Hi: I was advised to measure the distance between the holes in the receiver and then get Leupold adjustable bases and rings in case the holes are a little bit off center

Shinzo I have one of the BSA P-17 in 30-06 which was contoured the same as your P-14. Mine has Weaver # 35 & # 36 bases on it . I have seen some rifles that appeared to be BSA's that had a little more material ground off the rear bridge. This resulted in the rear base being a few thousands of an inch lower than it should be.Check this with a straight edge from the front base. If this is the case a piece of shim stock under the rear base will correct this.

Many thanks snowman, you've confirmed what I had basically been able to work out & I'm happy to say that my receiver measures spot on for the #35/36 bases, so I have now ordered some & will be keen to get them fitted up. I hadn't realised that BSA had done M17s as well, but it seems logical, I certainly enjoy my BSA, its a lot more than just a curiosity, it still gets to earn its keep. I've just ordered a stack of WW2 Dominion brass to use in it, its still the best brass around for 303s & in a front locking action like the P14 should last me for ages.
Steve.