MAKlassic Pivot upper parts, Zastava 70, 36 mm

• Pivot-mount upper assembly: This upper section is built for a classic pivot-mount setup, making it practical for shooters who want a secure scope installation that can be matched to rifle-specific lower bases.
• 36 mm ring size: The mount is configured for 36 mm scope tubes, giving proper support for larger premium optics while maintaining correct alignment across the tube.
• Adjustable windage: Built-in windage adjustment helps center the optic mechanically in the mount, which can preserve more internal scope adjustment for zeroing and longer-range correction.
• Steel construction: A steel build favors rigidity and long-term wear resistance, which is especially important on hunting rifles and hard-used field setups that are mounted and removed repeatedly.
• Low 14.00 mm build height: The compact mounting height helps keep the optic close to the bore, supporting a more natural cheek weld and a more consistent shooting position.

About the MAKlassic Series

MAKlassic is MAK’s traditional line of two-piece pivot mounts for rifles and break-action firearms. The series was documented in MAK catalogues by 2019 and is built around the idea of pairing a rifle-specific lower base with an upper assembly matched to the optic. That approach makes the system especially relevant for hunters and sporting shooters who want a classic detachable mount with a clean profile and repeatable positioning.

Within the range, MAKlassic is offered in configurations for both scope tubes and optic rails, with different mount heights and front-foot offsets to suit different rifles and optic sizes. MAK also catalogues versions for specific rifle models, which reflects the series’ practical design philosophy: fit the mount to the firearm and the optic rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all solution. Depending on configuration, the series includes rotating-lock and lever-lock variants, giving users a choice between traditional handling and faster operation in the field.

About the MAKlassic Pivot upper parts, Zastava 70, 36 mm

The MAKlassic Pivot upper parts, Zastava 70, 36 mm is the upper portion of a pivot-mount system intended for use with compatible lower bases on the Zastava M70 bolt action and related actions listed for this pattern. Its job is straightforward but important: it provides the optic interface, ring spacing and alignment for a 36 mm riflescope tube while preserving the handling advantages of a classic pivot mount.

The defining feature of this model is its combination of 36 mm rings, adjustable windage and a 0 MOA inclination. A 36 mm interface suits larger high-end scopes that need a broader tube diameter, while the windage-adjustable design helps align the optic more precisely to the rifle. In practice, that can reduce the need to use excessive internal windage correction in the scope itself. The 0 MOA geometry keeps the setup neutral, which is often preferred for general hunting and sporting use where a straightforward zero is more important than built-in elevation bias.

Its steel construction is another key part of the design. Steel adds strength at the contact points and supports long service life in a mount that may be removed and reinstalled over time. With a 14.00 mm build height and 32.00 mm overall height, the mount keeps the optic relatively low while still accommodating the required tube size. The black finish gives it a restrained appearance that fits traditional rifle builds as well as more utilitarian hunting optics setups.

About MAK

MAK is a German brand associated with Kilic Feintechnik GmbH in Schwebheim, Germany. The company develops and manufactures optical mounts, optics and electronic products, serving civilian and government markets that include hunters, sports shooters and professional users. Alongside its mounting systems, the MAK range includes the MAKuick quick-release line, MAKmilmont monoblock mounts for Picatinny rails, as well as optics such as MAKdot red-dot sights, MAKstorm prism sights and MAKpro riflescopes.

The brand’s product portfolio shows a strong focus on practical integration between firearm, mount and optic. MAK also produces electronic accessories such as the MAKcam for riflescopes and spotting scopes, and the MAK Group identifies patented solutions across its optics, mounts and electronics. That background is directly relevant to a product like the MAKlassic series, where precise fit, repeatable positioning and mechanical durability are central to the design.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: MAK
• Series: MAKlassic
• Made in: Germany
• Mount type: Pivot upper parts
• Scope / sight compatibility: 36 mm
• Build height BH.: 14.00 mm
• Height H.: 32.00 mm
• Inclination: 0 MOA
• Windage adjustable: Yes
• Material: Steel
• Color: Black
• Compatible lower bases: Recknagel Pivot Mount Bases on Zastava M70 Bolt action and other listed compatible pivot-mount bases

Warranty

10 years. MAK states a 10-year warranty period for this mount, providing long-term support for a component designed for repeated field use and regular optic changes.