512T question

[kennethg]

I have a 512T marked rifle with a box magazine. Everything I have been able to read indicates the 512 has a tubular magazine. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

[John Gyde]

Ken:

Could it be a 513-T??? If you have a 512-T, it is a misstamp. Remington, to the best of my knowledge did not make such a critter...

John Gyde

[kennethg]

John,

Thanks for the reply. It is stamped 512.

[MarineRecruiter]

from Remingtons web site...

Model 512 Sportsmaster
Description: Bolt Action Rifle
Introduction Year: 1940
Year Discontinued: 1962
Total Production: Approximately: 393,665
Designer/Inventor: Research & Development
Action Type: Bolt Action
Caliber/Gauge: .22 short, .22 long, .22 long rifle
.22 rifle shot cartridges (512SB smooth bore)
Serial Number Blocks: Starting: N/A
Ending: N/A
# of Grades Offered: 512A Standard
512P
Variations: 512SB Smooth Bore

[ChuckD]

Ken,
Remington made a 521-T with a box magazine. Possibly this is what is miss-marked. Does it have a target or sporting style stock.
Chuck D.

[onthexmark]

Remington made a 511, 513, 521 that took the 6round mag.

It could be that someone installed the 512 barrel on one of the above list or they could have modfiy the 512 they all have the same receiver, and bolt. I don't know why someone would want to but who knows.

Mark

[John Gyde]

I think Mark is on to something. Check the barrel. If it was originally on a 512 it should have a small hole (for the magazine tube holder) in the bottom of the barrel approximately 9" behind the muzzle. If so, the barrel was almost certainly switched. You also said it was a 512-T and then later you said it was stamped 512. If it was stamped 512-T the mystery remains...

John Gyde