EAW Rear Pivot Ring Assembly, 30 mm

• 30 mm ring interface: Built for riflescopes with a 30 mm main tube, this rear ring assembly gives a precise mechanical fit that helps the optic sit securely and return to the same position after removal and reattachment.
• Steel construction: The steel body is chosen for strength and long-term dimensional stability, which matters on hunting rifles and other hard-used firearms where the mount must keep alignment over repeated use.
• Part of the EAW Pivot system: Designed for EAW Pivot Mounts, this rear assembly supports the system’s repeatable take-off-and-put-back function, making it practical for rifles that alternate between different optics or sighting setups.
• 0 MOA configuration: With 0 MOA inclination, it suits standard mounting applications where a neutral scope position is preferred, keeping the setup straightforward for general hunting and sporting use.
• Made in Germany: German manufacture reflects EAW’s focus on tight tolerances and careful machining, which is especially important in a pivot mount component where fit between the ring, rear foot and base affects repeatability.

About the EAW Pivot Mounts Series

EAW Pivot Mounts are one of the company’s defining mounting systems and have been part of the brand’s range for more than 50 years. The concept is built around a practical need in hunting optics: a riflescope should be removable for transport, maintenance or a change of sighting system, then reattached without shifting the rifle’s point of impact. That repeatable return is what made the series a long-standing choice for common rifles and long guns.

A key characteristic of the series is its adjustable front and rear mount-foot fit, which allows the mount to be matched precisely to the firearm and optic combination. EAW also describes the pivot system as suitable for use with a second scope or aiming device, which makes it useful for rifles that serve more than one role in the field. Within the family, EAW offers different variants, including a lever-operated version developed specifically for break-action firearms. Across the series, the design philosophy stays consistent: robust metal construction, exact fit, and a mounting method that combines secure lock-up with the convenience of quick optic removal.

About the EAW Rear Pivot Ring Assembly, 30 mm

The EAW Rear Pivot Ring Assembly, 30 mm is a rear mount component for the EAW pivot-mount system, intended for riflescopes with a 30 mm main tube. As the rear section of the mounting setup, it plays an important role in how securely the scope is held and how consistently it returns to position when the optic is removed and fitted again. That makes it especially relevant on hunting rifles where one firearm may be used with different optics, or where the scope is regularly taken off for transport.

The use of steel gives this assembly the rigidity needed in a critical contact point between scope and mount. In practice, that helps the ring maintain its shape and clamping integrity over time, which supports stable zero retention and dependable alignment. The 0 MOA inclination keeps the setup neutral, making it suitable for standard scope installations without introducing additional cant into the optic position.

This rear ring assembly is made to work with EAW Type Pivot Bases, so it belongs in a modular mounting arrangement rather than as a stand-alone universal ring. Its non-adjustable windage design keeps the part mechanically simple, while the precision fit expected from the EAW system remains the main advantage. For shooters building or replacing parts in an EAW pivot mount, this component provides the correct rear interface for a 30 mm scope tube in a traditional repeatable quick-detach hunting optics setup.

About EAW

EAW traces its origins 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 above all for German-made mounting systems for hunting and shooting optics, including pivot mounts, slide-on or roll-off mounts, and claw mounts for riflescopes. The company later moved production from Würzburg to Gerbrunn in 1970, and Ernst Apel GmbH is now headquartered in Eibelstadt, Germany. Alongside mounts, EAW also offers thermal imaging cameras, showing that its expertise extends across both optic support systems and modern sighting equipment.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: EAW
• Series: EAW Pivot Mounts
• Made in: Germany
• Material: Steel
• Inclination: 0 MOA
• Windage adjustable: No
• Scope / sight type: 30 mm
• Compatibility above: 30 mm
• Compatibility below: EAW Type Pivot Bases

Warranty

EAW states a 30-year warranty for its mounts and mount parts. This rear pivot ring assembly falls within that product group.