EAW pivot mount, LM rail, Mauser K 98

• Pivot return-to-zero design: The EAW pivot system lets the optic be removed and reattached without changing point of impact, which is useful when switching between sighting setups or transporting the rifle more compactly.
• LM rail interface: Built for scopes with an LM rail, this mount avoids separate rings and gives a clean, secure connection that helps keep alignment consistent on a classic Mauser-pattern action.
• Steel construction: The steel build suits hard field use and repeated mounting cycles, providing the rigidity and wear resistance expected on a hunting rifle mount.
• Rifle-specific fit for Mauser K 98 pattern actions: A dedicated lower interface helps the mount sit correctly on compatible Mauser-type receivers, supporting reliable installation and stable optic positioning.
• Adjustable mount-foot fit: The pivot-mount design uses adjustable front and rear mount-foot fits, allowing precise setup so the mount closes securely and operates smoothly in regular use.

About the EAW Pivot Mounts Series

EAW Pivot Mounts are the company’s long-established quick-detachable mounting system for common rifles and long guns. EAW states that it developed and launched this pivot-mount design more than 50 years ago, and the concept remains focused on a practical requirement: removing and reinstalling an optic without changing the point of impact. That makes the series especially relevant for hunters and traditional sporting rifles that may alternate between a riflescope and another aiming solution.

A defining feature of the series is the adjustable front and rear mount-foot fit, which allows the mount to be set up with the correct tension and engagement for dependable repeatability. Within the broader family, EAW also offers variants for different firearm types, including a lever-operated version intended for break-action firearms. Across the range, the design philosophy is mechanical precision, secure lock-up and a low-profile installation that keeps the optic closely aligned with the rifle. For users who value detachable hunting optics and rifle-specific mounting solutions, the series remains one of EAW’s core mount categories.

About the EAW pivot mount, LM rail, Mauser K 98

The EAW pivot mount, LM rail, Mauser K 98 is a rifle-specific mounting solution for shooters who want to fit an LM-rail scope to a Mauser K 98 pattern action while retaining the practical advantages of a detachable pivot system. Instead of using conventional scope rings, the LM rail top interface mates directly with compatible rail-equipped optics, creating a tidy installation with solid longitudinal support and consistent positioning.

On a classic Mauser-based rifle, that matters because the mount is not only holding the optic in place but also preserving alignment through repeated removal and reattachment. The pivot mechanism is designed for exactly that role, making it suitable for rifles that may be carried with the scope removed, stored in a tighter case, or used with more than one sighting setup. The ability to return the optic to the rifle with repeatable positioning is one of the main practical strengths of this system.

The use of steel construction supports this purpose well. Steel gives the mount the stiffness and durability expected for long-term field use, especially on traditional bolt-action rifles where reliability and mechanical stability matter more than saving a small amount of weight. Combined with the dedicated Mauser-pattern lower fit, this mount suits hunting and sporting applications where a secure, repeatable and rifle-specific optic mounting solution is preferred over a universal base.

About EAW

EAW traces its origins to 1919, when Ernst Apel founded the company in Würzburg, Germany. 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 for riflescopes. Production moved from Würzburg to Gerbrunn in 1970, and Ernst Apel GmbH is now headquartered in Eibelstadt, Germany. Alongside mounts, the company also offers thermal imaging cameras, reflecting its continued focus on sighting and mounting solutions for hunting and shooting applications.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: EAW
• Mount series: EAW Pivot Mounts
• Made in: Germany
• Material: Steel
• Scope / Sight type: LM Rail
• Compatibility above: LM Rail
• Compatibility below: 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 provides a 30-year warranty for this mount. The stated warranty period applies to EAW mounts and mount parts.