EAW Rear Pivot Base for Sako 85M

• Detachable pivot-mount design: The rear base is part of EAW’s pivot system, allowing the scope assembly to be removed and reattached with repeatable positioning for rifles that may alternate between optics or use open sights.
• Steel construction: An all-steel base gives the mount the rigidity and wear resistance needed for long-term use on hunting rifles, especially where secure lock-up matters more than saving a few grams.
• Model-specific fit for Sako 85 M: This rear pivot base is made for the Sako 85 M action, which helps provide correct interface geometry and a stable foundation for the matching EAW pivot-mount components.
• Compact rear-base format: With a length of 25.00 mm and weight of 35.00 g, it adds the required rear mounting point without unnecessary bulk on the rifle.
• Made in Germany: German manufacture reflects EAW’s long focus on precision scope-mount systems, where fit, alignment and repeatable attachment are central to practical field use.

About the EAW Pivot Mounts Series

EAW Pivot Mounts are a long-established part of the company’s riflescope mounting range, with the design having been developed and launched more than 50 years ago. The series is intended for common rifles and long guns, and it remains relevant because it combines secure attachment with the practical advantage of quick removal and reinstallation. For hunters and shooters who use more than one optic, or who want to remove a scope for transport or access to iron sights, that repeatable return to position is the defining benefit.

A key characteristic of the series is its adjustable front and rear mount-foot fit, which helps the scope sit without stress in the mount. In practice, that matters because a tension-free installation supports consistent point of impact when the optic is detached and fitted again. EAW also presents the pivot mount as suitable for use with a second scope or aiming device, which makes the system attractive for rifles that serve more than one role. Within the wider EAW lineup, the Pivot Mounts series sits as a traditional, mechanically precise solution for shooters who value repeatability, serviceability and rifle-specific fit.

About the EAW Rear Pivot Base for Sako 85M

The EAW Rear Pivot Base for Sako 85M is the rear mounting element for a rifle-specific pivot-mount setup on the Sako 85 M. Its job is simple but important: it provides the rear interface that allows the matching EAW pivot mount to lock into place securely and return to the same position when removed and reattached. That makes it especially relevant for hunting rifles that may carry different optics for different seasons or shooting conditions.

Because this component is built from steel, it prioritizes rigidity, stable engagement and long-term resistance to wear at the locking surfaces. Those qualities are important in a detachable mount, where repeatability depends not only on the scope mount above but also on the consistency of the base fixed to the rifle. The compact dimensions of 25.00 mm in length and 35.00 g in weight keep the part unobtrusive while still providing the strength expected from a steel rear base.

As part of the EAW Pivot Mounts system, this rear base is intended to work with the corresponding front plate and upper mount components rather than as a standalone universal base. The practical advantage of that system approach is correct geometry for the rifle action, controlled fit between components and dependable function in the field. For a Sako 85 M owner building a traditional detachable hunting-optics setup, this rear pivot base forms the foundation for a repeatable and mechanically solid installation.

About EAW

EAW was founded by Ernst Apel in Würzburg, Germany, in 1919. In 1923, Ernst Apel 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 German-made mounting systems for sporting and tactical firearms, including pivot mounts, slide-on or roll-off mounts, and claw mounts. The company also offers thermal imaging cameras, but its reputation in this category is built on long experience with precise, rifle-specific scope mounting solutions. Production moved from Würzburg to Gerbrunn in 1970, and Ernst Apel GmbH is now headquartered in Eibelstadt, Germany.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: EAW
• Series: EAW Pivot Mounts
• Made in: Germany
• Material: Steel
• Color: Black
• Length: 25.00 mm
• Weight: 35.00 g
• Compatibility: Sako 85 M

Warranty

EAW provides a 2-year warranty for this rear pivot base. This gives defined coverage for manufacturing or material defects within the stated warranty period.