EAW pivot mount, 30 mm, Mauser M 98

• Repeatable return to zero: The EAW pivot design lets the scope be removed and reattached without shifting point of impact, which is especially useful when a rifle alternates between different optics or needs open access to the action.
• Adjustable front and rear fit: Fine adjustment at both mount feet helps the mount sit correctly on the rifle, supporting a precise, tension-free installation that protects scope alignment and preserves consistency on target.
• 30 mm steel ring interface: Built for 30 mm riflescope tubes, this mount provides a solid hold for hunting optics and traditional sporting scopes while keeping the installation mechanically straightforward.
• Made for Mauser 98-pattern actions: This version is tailored to Mauser M 98 and related actions, giving owners of classic bolt-action rifles a dedicated pivot-mount solution rather than a generic fit.
• All-steel construction: Steel gives the mount the rigidity and wear resistance needed for long-term use on centerfire rifles, particularly where repeated removal and reinstallation are part of normal field 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. Developed more than 50 years ago, the series is built around a practical idea: a riflescope should be easy to remove and reinstall while keeping the rifle’s point of impact unchanged. That makes the system well suited to hunters who use more than one optic, as well as owners of traditional sporting rifles who want a removable scope without giving up repeatability.

A defining feature of the series is its adjustable front and rear mount-foot fit, which helps the mount be set up without unnecessary stress in the system. EAW also designed the pivot mount with vertical tolerance compensation through exchangeable rear-foot sub-bases, a useful solution on rifles where receiver dimensions can vary. The result is a mount family known for secure lock-up, repeat precision and flexibility across many firearm types. Within EAW’s lineup, the pivot series remains one of the brand’s core mounting solutions for shooters who value a traditional steel mount with dependable mechanical repeatability.

About the EAW pivot mount, 30 mm, Mauser M 98

The EAW pivot mount, 30 mm, Mauser M 98 is a dedicated steel scope mount for rifles built on the Mauser M 98 pattern and related actions. Its main purpose is to give these classic bolt-action rifles a removable scope system that remains mechanically consistent after repeated use. For hunters and sporting shooters using a traditional Mauser platform, that matters because the optic can be detached for transport, maintenance or a second sighting setup, then reinstalled with the repeatability expected from a properly fitted pivot mount.

The 30 mm ring size suits a wide range of modern hunting riflescopes, making this mount a practical bridge between a classic rifle action and contemporary optics. Because it is part of the EAW pivot system, the mount benefits from an arrangement that allows the scope to be attached and removed with minimal effort while maintaining a stable lock-up. The steel construction supports rigidity and long service life, which is important on rifles that may see regular field use and repeated mounting cycles.

On Mauser 98-type actions in particular, fit and alignment are important because receiver dimensions can vary between rifles and manufacturers. The pivot-mount concept addresses this with adjustable mount-foot fit and EAW’s vertical compensation approach, helping the installer achieve a tension-free setup. In practice, that means better conditions for consistent zero retention and less risk of stressing the scope tube during installation.

About EAW

EAW traces its origins to 1919, when Ernst Apel founded the company in Würzburg, Germany. The business later took the name EAW, meaning Ernst Apel Würzburg, and it developed its first riflescope mounts in 1945. Since 1951, mount development and production have been the company’s primary focus, which explains why EAW is closely associated with scope-mounting systems for sporting and professional firearms.

The company is known for producing pivot, slide-on or roll-off, and claw mounts, with its products aimed at shooters who need precise fit and repeatable optic positioning. EAW also offers thermal imaging cameras, but its reputation in this category rests above all on mechanical mounting solutions made in Germany. Production moved from Würzburg to Gerbrunn in 1970, and Ernst Apel GmbH is now headquartered in Eibelstadt, Germany.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: EAW
• Mount series: EAW Pivot Mounts
• Mount type: Pivot mount
• Scope / Sight type: 30 mm
• Material: Steel
• Made in: Germany
• Compatibility Above: 30 mm
• 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 on its mounts and mount parts. For this mount, that long coverage period reflects the brand’s focus on durable mechanical construction and long-term service use.