Talley Steel Base for Steyr Manlicher

• Steel construction: The all-steel build gives this base the rigidity needed for a stable optic interface, helping the scope stay aligned under recoil and repeated field use.
• Model-specific fit: Designed for Steyr Mannlicher-pattern actions, this base is made for a direct, correct fit that reduces installation issues and supports consistent ring alignment.
• 0 MOA profile: The flat mounting angle suits general hunting and sporting rifle setups where a straightforward zero is preferred over a canted long-range rail.
• Low 4.50 mm height: The compact base height helps keep the optic close to the bore, supporting a natural cheek weld and a more balanced rifle setup.
• Compatible with Talley dovetail systems: Built to work with Talley dovetail bases and matching ring systems, it forms part of a secure mounting solution for traditional scoped rifle configurations.

About the Talley Bases Series

Talley Bases are the company’s traditional scope-mount foundation for shooters who want a dedicated, firearm-specific base rather than a universal rail. The series covers a wide range of rifle models, with each base pattern matched to the action it is intended for. Talley states that these bases are checked for fit to the firearm, which is important for maintaining proper alignment and reducing avoidable stress in the mounting system.

Within Talley’s lineup, the series sits as a practical option for hunters and sporting rifle owners who prefer a conventional two-piece arrangement using Talley Fixed Rings or Talley Quick-Detachable Rings. The bases are machined from solid bar stock, and the design uses double recoil shoulders to provide a firm mechanical interface between rifle and optic. In use, that approach favors repeatable positioning and dependable resistance to movement under recoil. For rifles that benefit from a clean, low-profile mounting solution, Talley Bases remain a straightforward choice built around fit, strength, and compatibility with established Talley ring systems.

About the Talley Steel Base for Steyr Manlicher

The Talley Steel Base for Steyr Manlicher is a dedicated mounting base for shooters using compatible Steyr Mannlicher rifles and related dovetail-based Talley setups. Its role is simple but important: it creates the solid interface that allows the rings and optic to do their job without unnecessary movement, misalignment, or added bulk. Because it is built specifically for this rifle pattern, it suits traditional hunting optics installations where dependable fit matters more than extra rail length or accessory space.

The use of steel construction gives this base a more traditional mounting character, with the stiffness and wear resistance expected from a hard-use scope base. In practice, that matters when a rifle is carried often, removed from a case repeatedly, or exposed to recoil over time. The black finish keeps the appearance understated and appropriate for classic sporting rifles, while also matching common ring and scope finishes.

Its 4.50 mm height helps maintain a low-mounted optic position, which can improve cheek weld and make the rifle feel more natural when mounting quickly for a shot. The 0 MOA inclination keeps the setup neutral, making it well suited to standard zeroing distances and general-purpose field use rather than specialized extended-range dialing. For shooters building a clean, durable Steyr hunting optics setup, this base focuses on fit, strength, and a low-profile mounting geometry.

About Talley

Talley Manufacturing, Inc. is based in Santee, South Carolina, United States, and focuses on scope rings and firearm scope-mounting products made in America. The company states that its products are machined in the United States at its Santee plant, reflecting a manufacturing approach centered on in-house production and close control over fit and machining quality.

Talley is widely associated with practical mounting solutions for sporting and hunting rifles, including lightweight alloy scope mounts, Picatinny rails, fixed scope ring systems, specialty rings, and screw-lock detachable rings. That product breadth shows a clear specialization in the mechanical side of rifle optics: creating mounting systems that match specific firearms, support reliable scope alignment, and suit different user preferences from traditional fixed setups to more modular rail-based configurations.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: Talley
• Series: Talley Bases
• Made in: USA
• Material: Steel
• Color: Black
• Height: 4.50 mm
• Inclination: 0 MOA
• Compatibility: Grünig + Elmiger Match Target
• Compatibility: Steyr M 72 S
• Compatibility: Steyr M 72 M
• Compatibility: Steyr M 72 L
• Compatibility: Steyr Mannlicher Luxus L
• Compatibility: Steyr Mannlicher Luxus M
• Compatibility: Steyr Mannlicher Luxus S
• Compatibility: Steyr Mannlicher Jagdmatch L (B=100.2)
• Compatibility: Steyr Mannlicher Jagdmatch L (B=104.7)
• Compatibility: Steyr Mannlicher Jagdmatch SL (B=100.2)
• Compatibility: Steyr Mannlicher Jagdmatch SL (B=104.7)
• Compatibility: Steyr Mannlicher Model M
• Compatibility: Steyr Mannlicher Model S (B=100.2)
• Compatibility: Steyr Mannlicher Model S (B=104.7)
• Compatibility: Talley Dovetail Bases

Warranty

10 years. Talley provides this mount base with a 10-year warranty, giving defined long-term coverage for a component intended for durable, repeated field use.