EAW pivot mount, 26 mm, Sauer 80, 90, 92

• Repeatable return to zero: The EAW pivot design lets the scope be removed and reattached without changing point of impact, which is useful when switching between optics or transporting the rifle more compactly.
• 26 mm ring format: Built for classic 26 mm scope tubes, this mount provides a secure steel interface for traditional hunting optics while keeping the installation matched to the tube size.
• Adjustable front and rear fit: The pivot mount system uses adjustable front and rear mount-foot engagement, helping the mount seat correctly on the rifle and maintain consistent alignment over time.
• Steel construction: The steel build gives the mount the rigidity and wear resistance needed for repeated removal and reinstallation, especially on rifles that see regular field use.
• Rifle-specific base geometry: This version is made for the Sauer 80, Sauer 90 and Sauer 92 platform, giving a model-matched fit instead of a generic mounting solution.

About the EAW Pivot Mounts Series

EAW Pivot Mounts are the company’s classic quick-detachable mounting system for sporting rifles and other common long guns. EAW states that it brought the pivot mount to market more than 50 years ago, and the design remains central to the brand because it combines secure lock-up with the practical ability to remove and reinstall an optic without changing zero. That matters to hunters who alternate between a day scope and another aiming device, or who want easier rifle transport and storage without leaving the optic permanently mounted.

A defining feature of the series is the adjustable front and rear mount-foot fit, which allows the system to be set up precisely for the rifle and optic combination. EAW also offers the pivot concept in several forms for different firearm types, including variants intended for break-action use, showing the series’ emphasis on mechanical fit rather than one-size-fits-all mounting. Across the range, the focus is on repeatable positioning, durable all-metal construction and rifle-specific configurations for widely used actions. For shooters who value a traditional detachable hunting mount, the series is designed to keep the optic secure in use while preserving the flexibility to swap or remove it when needed.

About the EAW pivot mount, 26 mm, Sauer 80, 90, 92

The EAW pivot mount, 26 mm, Sauer 80, 90, 92 is a rifle-specific mounting solution for shooters using classic 26 mm tube riflescopes on the Sauer 80, Sauer 90 and Sauer 92 action family. Its main advantage is not just that it holds the optic, but that it does so in a way that supports the traditional hunting practice of removing the scope when required and reinstalling it later without a fresh sight-in. That is especially useful for rifles carried in tight cases, for travel, or for owners who rotate between different optics.

The use of steel construction gives this mount the stiffness and long-term durability expected from a detachable system that may be opened and closed many times over its service life. On a practical level, that helps the mount resist wear at the contact points that matter most for repeatability. The 26 mm ring size makes it a natural match for many established European hunting scopes, so it suits rifles that are being kept in a classic configuration rather than updated to larger tube diameters.

Because this version is shaped for the Sauer receiver pattern, it offers a more purpose-built fit than a universal mount. Combined with the adjustable front and rear engagement used in the EAW pivot system, that rifle-specific layout helps maintain consistent optic positioning. For hunters who want a detachable steel mount for a traditional Sauer rifle, this model is built around secure attachment, repeatable reinstallation and compatibility with 26 mm scope tubes.

About EAW

EAW traces its history to 1919, when Ernst Apel founded the company in Würzburg, Germany. The business developed its first riflescope mounts in 1945, and since 1951 mount development and production have been its primary focus. That long specialization is important in this category because EAW is known above all for mechanical mounting solutions rather than for treating mounts as a side product.

Over time, the company expanded its range to include pivot, slide-on and claw mounts, and it has also added thermal imaging products alongside its mounting systems. Production moved from Würzburg to Gerbrunn in 1970, and Ernst Apel GmbH is now headquartered in Eibelstadt, Germany. For riflescope mounting, EAW has a strong reputation for traditional German hunting mount designs built around precise fit, repeatable removal and reattachment, and model-specific solutions for a wide range of rifles.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: EAW
• Mount series: EAW Pivot Mounts
• Product type: Pivot mount
• Scope / Sight type: 26 mm
• Compatible tube size: 25.4 mm (1 inch)
• Compatible rifles: Sauer 80, Sauer 90, Sauer 92
• Material: Steel
• Made in: Germany

Warranty

EAW provides a 30-year warranty on its mounts and mount parts. For this pivot mount, that long warranty period supports the product’s role as a durable steel mounting solution intended for many years of repeated use.