EAW pivot mount, 30 mm, Heym SR 40

• Repeatable return to zero: The EAW pivot design is built so the riflescope can be removed and reattached without changing point of impact, which is especially useful when switching between optics or transporting the rifle.
• 30 mm scope interface: The mount is made for 30 mm scope tubes, a common standard for hunting optics, giving the user a solid steel mounting solution for a wide range of riflescopes.
• Adjustable fit at both contact points: The front and rear mount-foot fits are adjustable, helping the mount seat correctly on the rifle and supporting precise, tension-free alignment.
• Steel construction: A steel mount body gives the system the rigidity and wear resistance needed for repeated removal and reinstallation over long service life.
• Rifle-specific lower fit: This version is configured for the Heym SR 40, so it matches the rifle platform the mount was designed around rather than relying on a universal compromise.

About the EAW Pivot Mounts Series

EAW Pivot Mounts are the company’s long-established quick-detachable mounting system, a design that EAW says it developed and launched more than 50 years ago. Within the brand’s lineup, this series sits as a traditional steel mounting solution for common rifles and long guns where repeatable removal and reattachment matter just as much as secure scope retention. The concept is especially relevant for hunters and shooters who use more than one optic or who want to remove the scope for transport, storage, or access to open sights.

A defining feature of the series is its adjustable front and rear mount-foot fit, which allows careful setup to the rifle and helps keep the scope mounted without unnecessary stress. EAW also describes the pivot mount as suitable for a second scope or aiming device, reflecting the system’s practical flexibility. The key benefit of the design is that the optic can be detached and reinstalled while maintaining a consistent point of impact, which is the main reason pivot mounts remain popular on classic hunting rifles and other precision long guns.

About the EAW pivot mount, 30 mm, Heym SR 40

This version of the EAW pivot mount is a rifle-specific steel mount for the Heym SR 40, built with a 30 mm upper interface for scopes that use the most common European and international tube diameter. In practice, that makes it a strong match for traditional hunting riflescopes as well as many modern low-light and all-round optics. Because the mount is tailored to the SR 40 platform, it offers a more purpose-built solution than a generic base-and-ring arrangement.

The main advantage of this mount is not simply that it holds a scope, but that it supports the classic pivot-mount use case: removing the optic when needed and reinstalling it with dependable repeatability. That matters for shooters who alternate between different sighting systems, who want easier rifle transport, or who prefer to keep the optic off the rifle until use. The adjustable fit at the front and rear mounting feet also helps the system be set up correctly, which supports stable lock-up and reduces the risk of stress being introduced into the scope body.

Steel construction is another practical part of the design. Compared with lighter materials, steel is valued in this type of mount for rigidity, durability, and resistance to long-term wear at the locking and bearing surfaces. For a rifle such as the Heym SR 40, that makes this EAW mount a sensible choice where secure scope attachment and repeatable zero are more important than saving a small amount of weight.

About EAW

EAW traces its origins to 1919, when Ernst Apel founded the company in Würzburg, Germany. The business later moved production from Würzburg to Gerbrunn in 1970, and Ernst Apel GmbH is now headquartered in Eibelstadt, Germany. The company developed and produced its first riflescope mounts in 1945, and since 1951 the development and production of riflescope mounts have been its primary focus.

Today, EAW is known above all for its mounting systems for sporting and hunting rifles, including pivot mounts, slide-on or roll-off mounts, and claw mounts. That long specialization is what makes the brand particularly relevant in this category: its products are designed around precise fit, repeatable attachment, and durable mechanical function rather than generic mounting hardware.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: EAW
• Mount series: EAW Pivot Mounts
• Made in: Germany
• Material: Steel
• Scope / Sight type: 30 mm
• Compatibility Above: 30 mm
• Compatibility Below: Carl Gustaf 2000 SA, Carl Gustaf 2000 LA, Carl Gustaf 3000, Carl Gustaf 4000, FN Browning A-Bolt SA, FN Browning A-Bolt LA, FN Browning Eurobolt SA, FN Browning Eurobolt LA, FN Browning A-Bolt II SA, FN Browning A-Bolt II LA, FN Browning A-Bolt III SA, FN Browning A-Bolt III LA, FN Browning A-Bolt Shotgun, FN Browning T-Bolt (with holes), FN Browning Fusion Evolve, FN Browning Phoenix, Kimber K-22, Kimber K-17, Kimber 84M, Kimber 84L, Krieghoff Semprio (before 2013), Remington 783 SA, Remington 783 LA, Remington 710

Warranty

EAW states a 30-year warranty for this mount. That long coverage period fits the product’s role as a durable steel mounting solution intended for many years of repeated use.