EAW XS pivot mount, 36 mm, Sauer 202 Medium

• Pivot quick-detach design: The EAW XS pivot mount lets a riflescope be removed and reattached in a repeatable way, which is useful when switching optics or transporting the rifle without giving up a familiar zero.
• 36 mm ring interface: Built for scopes with a 36 mm main tube, this version gives a direct fit for larger premium optics while keeping the mounting solution matched to the scope body.
• Steel construction: A steel mount body provides the rigidity and wear resistance needed for repeated attachment cycles and long-term use on a hunting rifle.
• Rifle-specific Sauer 202 fit: Because this mount is configured for the Sauer 202 Medium action, it is designed around the rifle platform rather than as a universal compromise, helping preserve secure alignment.
• Made in Germany: German manufacture reflects EAW’s long focus on precision mounting systems, with close tolerances that matter when consistent scope positioning is the goal.

About the EAW Pivot Mounts Series

EAW Pivot Mounts are the company’s classic quick-detach mounting system and remain one of the defining products in the EAW lineup. EAW developed and launched this pivot-mount concept more than 50 years ago, and the design is still centered on a practical requirement: removing and reinstalling an optic without changing the point of impact. That makes the series especially relevant for hunters and rifle owners who use more than one sighting setup on the same firearm.

The series is intended for common rifles and long guns and includes versions for different top interfaces, including ring sizes and rail-based solutions. A key characteristic of the system is its adjustable front and rear mount-foot fit, which allows the mount to be matched precisely to the rifle and optic combination. Within the broader family, EAW also offers a lever-operated pivot variant for break-action firearms, showing the same design philosophy adapted to different rifle types. Across the range, the emphasis is on repeatable positioning, secure lock-up, and the flexibility to swap between a primary scope and a second aiming device when needed.

About the EAW XS pivot mount, 36 mm, Sauer 202 Medium

The EAW XS pivot mount, 36 mm, Sauer 202 Medium is a rifle-specific steel mount built for shooters who want a detachable scope setup on the Sauer 202 Medium platform without moving to a generic one-size-fits-all solution. Its defining feature is the 36 mm scope interface, which suits larger-tube optics often chosen for demanding hunting applications where robust internal adjustment and strong low-light performance are priorities.

As part of the EAW pivot system, this mount is designed for repeatable removal and reinstallation. In practice, that matters when a rifle is carried in a case, when an optic must be removed for transport or maintenance, or when the user alternates between different sighting systems. The pivot format also keeps the handling familiar for shooters who prefer a traditional detachable hunting mount rather than a fixed installation.

Steel construction is an important part of the model’s character. It gives the mount the stiffness and long-term durability expected from a component that must hold alignment under recoil and through repeated use. Combined with its Made in Germany manufacture and rifle-specific Sauer fit, the result is a mount aimed at dependable mechanical consistency rather than unnecessary complexity. For a Sauer 202 Medium paired with a 36 mm riflescope, this model provides a straightforward EAW solution focused on secure attachment, repeatable positioning, and practical field use.

About EAW

EAW traces its history to 1919, when Ernst Apel founded the company in Würzburg, Germany. The business later expanded through the acquisition of Elektro-Dental-Werke Frankfurt in 1923, after which the EAW name came to stand for 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, Ernst Apel GmbH is headquartered in Eibelstadt, Germany, following the move of production from Würzburg to Gerbrunn in 1970. EAW is known for making pivot, slide-on or roll-off, and claw mounts for riflescopes, with a product range built around precise mechanical fit and repeatable optic mounting. In addition to mounts, the company also offers thermal imaging cameras, showing its continued involvement in hunting and shooting optics.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: EAW
• Mount series: EAW Pivot Mounts
• Material: Steel
• Scope / Sight type: 36 mm
• Made in: Germany
• Compatibility Above: 36 mm
• Compatibility Below: Sauer 202 Magnum, Sauer 202 Standard

Warranty

EAW provides a 30-year warranty on its mounts and mount parts. For this EAW XS pivot mount, that long warranty period supports the product’s role as a durable mechanical interface intended for extended service use.