Talley 30 mm Complete Mount for Kimber 8400 (Extended)

• One-piece ring and base design: The integrated construction removes the separate ring-to-base joint found in traditional two-piece systems, helping reduce alignment issues and creating a more rigid mounting platform for a riflescope.
• 30 mm fitment for Kimber 8400 rifles: This mount is built specifically for the Kimber 8400 WSM and Kimber 8400 Magnum, giving a receiver-matched fit that simplifies installation and supports secure scope positioning.
• Extended front ring position: The extended layout shifts the front mount forward by approximately 3/8 of an inch, which helps when fitting scopes with shorter main tubes on long or magnum-length actions.
• Lightweight aluminium construction: Machined from aluminium, the mount keeps overall rifle weight down without adding unnecessary bulk, which matters on hunting rifles carried over long distances.
• No lapping required: Talley machines the mount to tight tolerances, so setup is more straightforward and the scope tube can be installed without the extra fitting work often associated with separate ring and base combinations.

About the Talley Alloy Rings Series

Talley Alloy Rings are part of Talley’s active line of lightweight scope-mounting systems, built around a one-piece ring-and-base concept rather than the more traditional separate components. The idea behind the series is practical: by combining the rings and base into a single unit, Talley reduces the number of interfaces in the mounting system, which helps limit alignment problems and loose connections. That makes the series especially relevant for hunters and shooters who want a simple, rigid setup that does not add unnecessary weight to the rifle.

Within the Talley lineup, this family sits as a straightforward fixed-mount option for sporting rifles. Receiver-specific variants are offered for a wide range of actions, and some models are available for different scope-tube diameters to match common optic formats. The design philosophy is centered on low mass, clean fitment, and dependable scope support, making the series well suited to hunting optics where balance and durability matter more than quick-detach capability. Compared with heavier steel ring-and-base systems, the alloy construction keeps the rifle trimmer while preserving the solid feel expected from a fixed mounting solution.

About the Talley 30 mm Complete Mount for Kimber 8400 (Extended)

The Talley 30 mm Complete Mount for Kimber 8400 (Extended) is a fixed mounting solution made for shooters using a 30 mm riflescope on a Kimber 8400 WSM or Kimber 8400 Magnum. Its main advantage is not just that it holds the optic, but that it does so with a layout tailored to the rifle and to the mounting challenges often seen on longer actions. The extended configuration moves the front mount forward by about 3/8 of an inch, which is useful when a scope has a shorter main tube and limited room for proper eye-relief adjustment.

The mount uses Talley’s integrated ring-and-base architecture, so there is no separate joint between the base and the rings. In practice, that means fewer parts, a cleaner installation, and a more direct connection between optic and rifle. For a hunting rifle chambered in magnum-length formats, that kind of rigidity helps maintain confidence in the setup when the rifle is carried hard in the field or exposed to repeated recoil.

Aluminium construction keeps the assembly light, which suits mountain rifles and general hunting rifles where excess weight quickly becomes noticeable. Because the mount is machined as a complete unit, it is also designed to install without lapping, saving time during setup. The result is a compact, receiver-specific mounting system that prioritizes secure scope alignment, low weight, and practical fitment for Kimber 8400 rifles using 30 mm optics.

About Talley

Talley Manufacturing, Inc. is based in Santee, South Carolina, United States, and focuses on scope rings and firearm scope-mounting products. The company is particularly known for lightweight alloy scope mounts, while its catalog also includes Picatinny rails, fixed scope ring systems, rimfire and specialty rings, and screw-lock detachable designs. Talley states that its products are machined in the United States at its Santee plant, reflecting a manufacturing approach centered on domestic production and close control over machining quality. In practical terms, Talley’s reputation in this category comes from building receiver-specific mounting solutions that emphasize fit, low weight, and straightforward installation for sporting and hunting rifles.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: Talley
• Mount series: Talley Alloy Rings
• Made in: USA
• Material: Aluminium
• Scope / Sight type: 30 mm
• Compatibility Above: 30 mm
• Compatibility Below: Kimber 8400 WSM, Kimber 8400 Magnum

Warranty

10 years. Talley states this mount is covered by a 10-year warranty.

In the Box

• Mounting screws
• Wrench