My rifle was made in 1955, and I purchased it new from Rigby in the early 1960's. It came with the quick-detachable scope mounts; however, I did not use a scope for hunting. (It has a fixed “express” sight with two folding leaves calibrated for 100, 200 and 300 yards; which is the range for hunting most large game.) The scope is a recent acquisition, as my eyesight is no longer what it used to be.