Henneberger HMS Swift Mount for Picatinny, Base Only

• Quick-detach HMS Swift system: The base uses Henneberger’s single-lever HMS Swift concept, allowing the optic assembly to be attached or removed quickly without the slower two-point handling common on many detachable mounts.
• Repeatable Picatinny interface: Built for Picatinny rails, this base is intended for a secure, consistent fit that supports repeatable optic positioning when the mount is removed and reinstalled.
• Broad upper-part compatibility: The Ø 8 mm interface works with compatible upper parts from Henneberger and several other mounting systems, making it practical for users who want to keep an existing optic top section.
• Aluminium construction: The aluminium body keeps weight down while still providing the rigidity needed in a scope-mount base, which is useful on hunting and sporting rifles where balance matters.
• 26 mm configuration: This version is matched to a 26 mm optic setup, giving a dedicated base option for less common tube diameters without resorting to adapters.

About the Henneberger HMS Swift Series

Henneberger HMS Swift is the company’s quick-detach rifle scope mount series, developed for hunters and sport shooters who want fast handling without giving up repeatability. A defining feature of the series is its single operating lever, which locks and releases the mount in one motion. In practical use, this makes optic changes simpler in the field and avoids the awkward two-sided manipulation found on many detachable mounts.

The series follows a robust mixed-material design. The mount body is made from hard-anodized aluminum, while the operating parts are made from steel, with stressed areas hardened for durability where repeated locking and clamping loads matter most. HMS Swift mounts are offered with a wide range of optic interfaces, including rings for several tube diameters and versions for common rail profiles, so the system can be adapted to different rifles and sighting setups. Another important part of the design is the independently adjustable clamping arrangement, which helps the mount be tuned to the firearm for a secure fit and consistent return to zero after removal.

About the Henneberger HMS Swift Mount for Picatinny, Base Only

The Henneberger HMS Swift Mount for Picatinny, Base Only is the lower half of a modular quick-detach mounting system, intended for rifles equipped with a Picatinny rail. As a base-only component, it is designed for shooters who already have a compatible upper section and want to build or expand a modular mounting setup rather than replace the entire mount. That makes it especially relevant for users running multiple optics or keeping a preferred upper assembly across different rifles.

This version uses the Henneberger HMS Swift attachment concept, centered on a single locking lever. In practice, that means the mount can be attached or removed rapidly, while the mechanical lock helps prevent unintended opening once the lever is closed. For hunting optics and sporting rifles, this is useful when an optic must be removed for transport, swapped between setups, or detached to access iron sights or service the rifle.

The base is made from aluminium, which keeps the assembly lighter than an all-steel alternative while still providing the stiffness expected from a repeatable scope-mount platform. Its KR 0.0 mm extension indicates a straight, non-offset layout, which suits rifles where the optic can be positioned correctly without added forward or rearward displacement. The 26 mm configuration and Ø 8 mm interface compatibility also make this base a practical choice for users working with established European-style mounting components from Henneberger and other compatible systems.

About Henneberger

Henneberger was founded by master gunsmith Rudolf Henneberger on November 29, 1966, in Münnerstadt, Germany. The company remains based in Münnerstadt, Bavaria, and is closely associated with gunsmithing, firearm repairs, and scope-mount engineering. This background is important in the mounting category, where precise fit, repeatability, and mechanical durability matter as much as the optic itself.

Over time, Henneberger expanded from traditional gunsmithing into more specialized production, adding CNC machining in 2000. Frank Henneberger took over the business on January 1, 2004, and the company later moved to a newly built facility in 2009, with further expansion in 2017. Its product range includes rifle-scope mounting systems and mount components for red-dot sights, reflecting a strong focus on practical, mechanically precise solutions for sporting and hunting firearms.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: Henneberger
• Series: Henneberger HMS Swift
• Made in: Germany
• Warranty: 30 years
• Extension (KR): KR 0.0 mm
• Scope / sight type: 26 mm
• Material: Aluminium
• Compatibility above: INNOmount Ø 8 mm Interface, Henneberger Ø 8 mm Interface, MAK Ø 8 mm Interface, Kozap Ø 8 mm Interface, Mauser Ø 8 mm Interface, Recknagel Ø 8 mm Interface, Dentler Ø 8 mm Interface
• Compatibility below: Picatinny Rail, Accuracy International AX308, Accuracy International AX50, Accuracy International AXMC, Accuracy International AT308, Anschutz 1771, Anschutz 1782, Baikal 121 Lis, Baikal 145 Los, Baikal 141 Sobol, Baikal 161 Manul, Benelli Lupo (weaver), Beretta ARX 100, Beretta ARX 160, Beretta ARX 200, Beretta Rx4 Storm, Beretta Cx4 Storm, Beretta BRX1 (Picatinny)

Warranty

Henneberger provides a 30-year warranty for this mount. A long warranty period is particularly relevant for a detachable mounting system, where locking parts, clamping surfaces, and repeatable fit are central to long-term service life.