Contessa Simple Black Tactical for NV

• Quick-release repeatability: Contessa’s patented quick-release system is built for shooters who remove and reinstall an optic or night-vision accessory, helping preserve zero and reducing setup time between configurations.
• Extended top Picatinny rail: The 60 mm longer upper rail gives extra mounting space for night-vision devices, making it easier to position add-on equipment correctly without compromising the base optic setup.
• Steel construction: A steel body adds rigidity and wear resistance at the locking surfaces, which matters on hard-used tactical rifles where stability under recoil and repeated handling is essential.
• Low 4.00 mm BH height: The low build helps keep the mounted device close to the rifle, supporting a more controlled profile and a more natural relationship between optic, accessory and bore line.
• 0 MOA inclination: The flat mounting geometry suits applications where a neutral rail interface is preferred, especially for night-vision and Picatinny-mounted accessories that need straightforward alignment.

About the Contessa QR Mount for Picatinny Rails Series

Contessa QR Mount for Picatinny Rails sits in the brand’s tactical Picatinny-mount range and is designed for shooters who need a secure interface with the flexibility of fast removal. In this family, SIMPLE BLACK TACTICAL QR models are aimed at tactical and competition rifles, combining a solid one-piece layout with features intended for repeatable mounting and hard field use. A defining element of the series is Contessa’s patented quick-release system, developed to let the mount come off and go back on while maintaining return-to-zero consistency.

Within the range, Contessa offers several configurations to suit different optics and accessory layouts. The series includes variants for standard scope mounting, cantilever setups, and versions configured for night-vision or red-dot devices. Depending on the model, mounts are available with different ring diameters and with 0 or 20 MOA inclination, which lets the series cover both straightforward tactical setups and rifles intended for more specialized use. The overall design philosophy is practical: robust construction, direct Picatinny compatibility, and a mounting system made for users who change equipment without wanting to give up mechanical consistency.

About the Contessa Simple Black Tactical for NV

Contessa Simple Black Tactical for NV is a specialized detachable mount built for rifles that use a Picatinny-to-Picatinny interface and need extra room for a night-vision device. Its defining feature is the extended top Picatinny rail, which adds 60 mm of mounting length above the body. In practice, that extra space helps when fitting clip-on or add-on night-vision equipment, because it gives more freedom to place the device at the correct point in relation to the day optic and the rifle’s overall setup.

The mount uses a steel construction, which is well suited to repeated attachment cycles and to rifles that see regular transport, training or field use. Steel also supports stable clamping surfaces, an important detail when the mount is expected to come off and go back on without introducing unnecessary shift. The 4.00 mm BH height keeps the assembly low, helping maintain a compact profile rather than adding excessive height between the rifle and the mounted accessory.

With 0 MOA inclination, this model keeps the mounting plane neutral, which is often the preferred arrangement for night-vision accessories and other Picatinny-mounted devices where simple alignment matters more than built-in elevation bias. As part of Contessa’s detachable-mount concept, it suits shooters who want one rifle to support different optical configurations while keeping the changeover fast and mechanically consistent.

About Contessa

Contessa was started by Stefano Contessa in 1974 in Marcheno, Italy, in the Valtrompia area, and the company began as a maker of precision mechanical components. That background still shows in its focus on tight tolerances and practical engineering for mounting systems. In the early 2000s, the company introduced Simple Black, its first scope-mount line, built around patented mechanics that became a defining part of the brand’s identity.

Today, Contessa specializes in mounts for rifle scopes and red-dot sights, with a range that includes Picatinny rails, scope rings, dovetail mounts and quick-detach systems. The company moved to a new factory in December 2017 and remains based in Marcheno, Brescia, Italy. In this product category, Contessa is known for mechanically precise mounting solutions intended for hunting and shooting rifles where repeatable fit and dependable locking matter.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: Contessa
• Mount series: Contessa QR Mount for Picatinny Rails
• Made in: Italy
• BH height: 4.00 mm
• Inclination: 0 MOA
• Scope / Sight type: Picatinny Rail
• Material: Steel
• Compatibility above: Picatinny Rail
• Compatibility below: Picatinny Rail, Accuracy International AX308, Accuracy International AX50, Accuracy International AXMC, Accuracy International AT308, Anschutz 1771, Baikal 121 Lis, Baikal 145 Los, Baikal 141 Sobol, Baikal 161 Manul, Beretta ARX 100, Beretta ARX 160, Beretta ARX 200, Beretta Rx4 Storm, Beretta Cx4 Storm, Beretta BRX1 (Picatinny), CZ 512 Tactical, CZ 557 Varmint, CZ 557 Range Rifle, CZ 600 Trail, FN Browning BAR MK3 DBM, Haenel RS8, Haenel RS9, Heckler & Koch G36

Warranty

Contessa provides a 30-year warranty for this mount. That long coverage period fits the product’s steel construction and its role as a durable mechanical interface for repeated optic or night-vision mounting.