Recknagel GK Pivot upper parts, Zastava 70, 36 mm

• Steel upper parts: The steel construction gives the mount the rigidity needed for a secure optic-to-rifle connection, helping the sight picture stay consistent under recoil and repeated use.
• 36 mm ring interface: Built for 36 mm scope tubes, these upper parts provide a dedicated fit for larger hunting optics that need a stable clamping surface without improvised adapters.
• Adjustable windage: Windage adjustment in the mount helps align the scope mechanically with the rifle, which can preserve more internal adjustment in the optic for precise zeroing.
• Pivot-mount design: As part of a swing or pivot mounting system, the upper assembly supports fast removal and refitting of the optic while keeping the setup practical for rifles that may alternate between scoped and open-sight use.
• Low 18.50 mm build height: The compact build height helps keep the optic closer to the bore line, supporting a more natural cheek weld and balanced rifle handling.

About the Recknagel Pivot Mount Series

Recknagel pivot mounts are built for hunters and rifle owners who want a removable scope mounting system without giving up a solid mechanical fit. In the manufacturer’s lineup, this style sits among the company’s traditional and modern mounting solutions for sporting and hunting rifles, with a strong emphasis on repeatable positioning, precise machining, and model-specific fit.

The system is designed around a modular concept, with separate bases and upper parts matched to the rifle and the optic. That makes the platform especially useful for classic bolt-action rifles, where a low, clean installation and dependable return to position matter as much as raw strength. Recknagel offers these mounts in different ring diameters and configurations, including versions for common scope tubes and rail-based optics, so the system can be adapted to a wide range of hunting optics. The defining characteristics are a robust mechanical lock-up, compact proportions, and the kind of all-steel construction often preferred on traditional European hunting rifles.

About the Recknagel GK Pivot upper parts, Zastava 70, 36 mm

The Recknagel GK Pivot upper parts, Zastava 70, 36 mm are the optic-side component of a pivot mounting setup intended for rifles using compatible bases, including the Zastava M70 bolt action pattern listed for this system. Their purpose is straightforward: to provide a secure 36 mm ring interface in a format that works with a detachable swing mount, combining the convenience of removal with the solid feel of a steel hunting mount.

The 36 mm ring size suits larger riflescopes that need a dedicated mounting diameter rather than reducer inserts or compromise solutions. For practical use, that means better contact around the scope tube and a cleaner installation for optics built on 36 mm bodies. The adjustable windage feature is equally important in the field, because it allows the mount to contribute to alignment during setup. By centering the scope more effectively over the rifle, the shooter can often retain more of the optic’s internal adjustment range for zeroing and longer-distance corrections.

Its steel construction and 0 MOA inclination make it a sensible choice for general hunting rifles where durability, straightforward zeroing, and a traditional profile matter more than specialized long-range cant. With a build height of 18.50 mm and an overall height of 36.50 mm, this upper assembly supports a relatively low optic position, which helps maintain comfortable head placement and controlled rifle handling.

About Recknagel

Recknagel began with Adolf Recknagel, who started manufacturing firearm sights in 1867 in Albrechts near Suhl, Thuringia. The company is a German manufacturer focused on firearm and riflescope mounting systems, sights, and hunting accessories, with a product range that includes scope mounts, Picatinny rails, firearm sights, triggers, safeties, and hunting silencers.

This background is directly relevant to products such as pivot mounts, because Recknagel’s reputation is built on mechanical components that must fit correctly and hold their position in real field use. The company relocated from Schweinfurt to Bergrheinfeld in 2006, expanded its tactical offering with the ERATAC line in 2010, and added lightweight hunting silencers in 2016. In 2022, the company was acquired by Dr. Moritz Fehrer. Across these developments, mounting technology has remained one of the core areas of the brand.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: Recknagel
• Made in: Germany
• Category: Pivot mount upper parts without bases
• Scope / sight type: 36 mm
• Build height BH.: 18.50 mm
• Height H.: 36.50 mm
• Inclination: 0 MOA
• Windage adjustable: Yes
• Material: Steel
• Color: Black
• Compatibility above: 36 mm
• Compatible base pattern: Zastava M70 bolt action and other compatible Recknagel or Henneberger pivot mount bases in the same system

Warranty

Recknagel provides a 10-year warranty for this mount. This stated warranty period matches the product’s long-service role as a steel riflescope mounting component.