EAW pivot mount, Swarovski SR rail, Mauser K 98

• Pivot design: The mount lets the optic be removed and reattached with repeatable positioning, which is valuable when a rifle alternates between a scope and another sighting setup.
• Swarovski SR rail interface: The rail-specific upper section provides a secure, aligned connection for compatible Swarovski rail scopes without relying on separate scope rings.
• Steel construction: A steel build gives the mount the rigidity and wear resistance needed for long-term use on classic Mauser-pattern actions and hard-recoiling hunting rifles.
• Rifle-specific fit: This version is made for the Mauser K 98 pattern, helping achieve correct engagement and a clean installation on compatible actions.
• Adjustable mount-foot fit: The adjustable front and rear mount-foot interfaces help fine-tune the fit, supporting consistent return to zero after the optic is taken off and put back on.

About the EAW Pivot Mounts Series

EAW Pivot Mounts are built around a long-established quick-detachable concept that the company says it introduced more than 50 years ago. Within the EAW lineup, this series represents the brand’s classic solution for hunters and rifle owners who want a removable optic mount without giving up repeatable alignment. It is intended for common rifles and long guns, with model-specific lower sections and a wide choice of upper interfaces for different scope bodies and rails.

A defining characteristic of the series is its ability to let a riflescope be removed and reattached without changing the point of impact, which is one of the main reasons pivot mounts remain popular on traditional hunting rifles. EAW also notes that the system suits rifles used with a second scope or aiming device, making it practical for shooters who change optics for different light conditions or hunting styles. The series uses adjustable front and rear mount-foot fits, a design approach that supports precise engagement between the mount and the rifle. In the broader EAW range, pivot mounts sit alongside slide-on and claw mounts, but they remain the company’s best-known answer for detachable hunting optics on classic European rifle platforms.

About the EAW pivot mount, Swarovski SR rail, Mauser K 98

This version of the EAW pivot mount is configured for a Swarovski SR rail scope and the Mauser K 98 platform, combining a rail-specific upper with a rifle-specific lower section. That combination matters because it gives the mount a direct mechanical match to both the optic and the action, rather than relying on a more generic ring-based setup. For shooters using a compatible Swarovski rail scope on a Mauser-pattern hunting rifle, it provides a clean and purpose-built mounting solution.

The pivot-mount layout is especially useful on rifles that may be carried with the optic removed for transport, serviced between outings, or used with more than one sighting arrangement. When correctly fitted, the system is designed to return the scope to the same position after removal and reinstallation, which helps preserve zero and reduces the need for repeated sight-in work. That practical benefit is one of the main reasons pivot mounts remain relevant on traditional sporting rifles.

Its steel construction favors strength, rigidity and long service life, all of which are important in a mount that must maintain alignment under recoil and repeated use. The adjustable front and rear mount-foot fit used in the series also supports careful fitting to the rifle, which contributes to secure lock-up and consistent positioning. For a classic Mauser-based rifle equipped with a Swarovski rail optic, this mount is aimed at dependable field use rather than unnecessary complexity.

About EAW

EAW traces its history to 1919, when Ernst Apel founded the company in Würzburg, Germany. In 1923, he acquired Elektro-Dental-Werke Frankfurt and changed the EDW brand to EAW, meaning Ernst Apel Würzburg. The company developed and produced its first riflescope mounts in 1945, and since 1951 mount development and production have been its primary focus.

Today, EAW is known for making pivot, slide-on or roll-off, and claw mounts for sporting rifles, with its production having moved from Würzburg to Gerbrunn in 1970 and the company now headquartered in Eibelstadt, Germany. Its expertise is centered on detachable mounting systems for hunting and shooting optics, and the brand also offers thermal imaging cameras alongside its mount range. That background makes EAW particularly relevant in the field of traditional European riflescope mounting solutions.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: EAW
• Mount series: EAW Pivot Mounts
• Made in: Germany
• Material: Steel
• Scope / Sight type: Swarovski SR Rail
• Compatible upper interface: Swarovski SR rail
• Compatible rifles: FN Browning Mauser, Herters XK3, Herters Zastava J9, Heym SR 20, Husqvarna 5000, Interarms Mark X, J.C. Higgins Model 51, Kettner Luger L04, Kettner Luger L99, Marlin 455, Mauser M12 (pre-2019), Mauser M98 Standard, Mauser 2000, Mauser 3000, Mauser 98 Action (Without Bulb), Musgrave K98, Parker Hale Safari 1200, Remington 798, Santa Barbara Mauser, Voere 2155, Voere 2165, Zastava M70 Bolt action

Warranty

EAW states a 30-year warranty for its mounts and mount parts. This product belongs to that mount category and is covered accordingly under the manufacturer’s warranty conditions.