EAW XS pivot mount, 36 mm, Mauser K 98 (with bulb)

• Repeatable return to zero: The EAW XS pivot mount is built so the scope can be removed and reattached without shifting point of impact, which is valuable for rifles that alternate between different optics or need a clear receiver for transport and maintenance.
• 36 mm ring interface: The mount is configured for 36 mm scope tubes, giving a secure fit for larger optics that need a strong mounting platform on a classic Mauser action.
• Steel construction: A steel build adds rigidity and long-term wear resistance at the locking surfaces, helping the mount stay consistent under recoil and repeated mounting cycles.
• Rifle-specific fit: This version is made for the Mauser K 98 with bulb, so the geometry matches the action correctly and avoids the compromises of a universal mount.
• Adjustable pivot-mount design: EAW’s pivot system uses adjustable front and rear mount-foot fits, which helps the mount be set up precisely on the rifle and supports stable, tension-free scope positioning.

About the EAW Pivot Mounts Series

EAW Pivot Mounts are one of the company’s defining product families and remain a core choice for hunters and shooters who want a removable riflescope mount with dependable repeatability. EAW states that it developed and launched this pivot-mount design more than 50 years ago, and the system still occupies an important place in the brand’s lineup for common rifles and long guns. The concept is straightforward: the optic can be detached and reinstalled while maintaining the rifle’s established zero, which makes the series especially useful for rifles that may carry a second scope or another aiming device.

A key characteristic of the series is its adjustable front and rear mount-foot fit. That design gives the installer scope to fine-tune the mount to the rifle and helps keep the optic seated without unnecessary stress. In practical use, that matters because a tension-free fit supports consistent alignment and repeatable accuracy over time. Within the wider EAW range, the pivot series stands out for combining a traditional steel mounting concept with a layout intended for regular field use, where reliability, quick handling and a secure lock are more important than unnecessary complexity.

About the EAW XS pivot mount, 36 mm, Mauser K 98 (with bulb)

The EAW XS pivot mount, 36 mm, Mauser K 98 (with bulb) is a rifle-specific mounting solution for users who want to fit a 36 mm scope to a classic Mauser-pattern action without giving up the practical advantages of a detachable mount. Because this version is made for the Mauser K 98 with bulb, it is intended for the receiver geometry of that action rather than a broad one-size-fits-many footprint. That matters in use because a mount matched to the rifle platform is better positioned to deliver stable alignment and dependable repeatability.

The XS configuration suits shooters who need the pivot-mount concept in a format compatible with larger scope tubes. A 36 mm interface is often chosen for premium optics with larger internal assemblies, and the mount’s steel construction gives those optics a firm mechanical base. In the field, that translates into confidence when the rifle is carried, transported, or used across repeated shooting sessions where the optic may be removed and reattached.

EAW’s pivot design is especially useful on hunting rifles and traditional sporting rifles because it combines secure lock-up with fast handling. The scope can be taken off when open access to the action is preferred, then put back on with the expectation of a consistent point of impact. The adjustable fit at the front and rear mounting points also supports careful installation, which is important for preserving alignment and ensuring that the optic sits correctly on the rifle.

About EAW

EAW traces its origins to 1919, when Ernst Apel founded the company in Würzburg, Germany. In 1923, he acquired Elektro-Dental-Werke Frankfurt and changed the EDW brand to EAW, meaning 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.

That long specialization is central to EAW’s reputation in the optics-mounting field. The company produces pivot, slide-on or roll-off, and claw mounts for riflescopes, and it also offers thermal imaging cameras. Production moved from Würzburg to Gerbrunn in 1970, and Ernst Apel GmbH is now headquartered in Eibelstadt, Germany. For products such as this mount, EAW is best known for rifle-specific mounting systems that emphasize precise fit, repeatable positioning and durable all-metal construction.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: EAW
• Mount series: EAW Pivot Mounts
• Made in: Germany
• Material: Steel
• Scope / Sight type: 36 mm
• Compatibility: Mauser K 98 (with bulb)

Warranty

EAW provides a 30-year warranty on mounts and mount parts. For this mount, that long warranty period supports its role as a durable steel mounting solution intended for extended field use.