Recknagel Pivot upper parts, Mauser K98, 26 mm

• Detachable pivot design: The upper assembly lets a 25.4 mm (1 inch) riflescope be removed and reattached on compatible pivot bases, which is useful for transport, cleaning, or switching optics while keeping a repeatable mounting interface.
• Steel construction: A steel body gives the mount the rigidity needed for a secure scope hold and long service life, especially on traditional hunting rifles built around Mauser-pattern actions.
• Windage-adjustable setup: Built-in lateral adjustment helps align the optic more precisely with the rifle, reducing the need to use excessive scope adjustment and making zeroing more straightforward.
• Low, practical mounting height: With a BH height of 18.50 mm and H height of 31.50 mm, this upper part supports a compact, well-balanced scope position that suits classic hunting rifle handling.
• 0 MOA inclination: The neutral cant keeps the setup simple for general hunting distances, where a straightforward zero and natural sight picture matter more than long-range elevation bias.

About the Recknagel Pivot Series

Recknagel pivot mounts are built for shooters who want a traditional detachable scope mounting system with dependable repeatability. In the manufacturer’s hunting-mount lineup, the pivot design sits alongside other classic European mounting solutions and is aimed at rifles where clean lines, secure lock-up, and practical field handling matter as much as raw modularity. The system is especially well suited to hunting optics on bolt-action rifles, where the ability to remove the scope for transport, maintenance, or use of open sights remains valuable.

The core idea of the series is a two-part mounting arrangement in which the optic-bearing upper section mates precisely with rifle-specific bases. That approach allows the mount to be tailored to the rifle while keeping the scope assembly compact and mechanically stable. Steel construction, close manufacturing tolerances, and a focus on repeatable engagement define the series. In practical use, Recknagel pivot mounts appeal to hunters who prefer a classic detachable mount over bulkier tactical interfaces, and who want a system that combines a traditional appearance with the precise fit expected from modern German scope-mount engineering.

About the Recknagel Pivot upper parts, Mauser K98, 26 mm

The Recknagel Pivot upper parts, Mauser K98, 26 mm are the optic-carrying half of a classic pivot mount setup for rifles using compatible bases. Designed for a 25.4 mm (1 inch) scope tube, this upper assembly suits traditional hunting rifles and period-correct scope configurations where a slim tube and compact mounting profile are preferred. Because it is made as an upper part rather than a universal one-piece mount, it integrates into a rifle-specific pivot system that emphasizes secure engagement and repeatable removal.

Its steel construction is important in practice: it helps the rings resist movement under recoil, supports consistent clamping pressure on the scope tube, and gives the mount the durability expected for long-term field use. The windage-adjustable design adds another practical advantage by allowing lateral alignment at the mount, which can preserve more of the riflescope’s internal adjustment range for final zeroing. For older Mauser-pattern rifles and similar sporting actions, that can be especially useful when achieving a centered optical setup.

With a 0 MOA inclination, this model is configured for straightforward hunting use rather than specialized long-range correction. The mounting heights of 18.50 mm BH and 31.50 mm H help place the optic at a sensible level for a natural cheek weld while still providing the clearance needed by the scope and rifle combination. Finished in black, the mount keeps a restrained appearance that matches classic sporting rifles and traditional scope installations.

About Recknagel

Recknagel began with Adolf Recknagel’s firearms sight manufacturing in 1867 in Albrechts, near Suhl, Thuringia. The company is known as a German specialist in riflescope mounting systems, firearm sights, and hunting accessories, with a product range that also includes triggers, safeties, Picatinny rails, and silencers. That background is directly relevant to a product such as a pivot mount, because the company’s reputation is built on mechanical components that must fit precisely and function consistently on sporting rifles.

Over time, Recknagel expanded from traditional hunting hardware into broader mounting solutions, including the ERATAC line introduced in 2010 for tactical mounts and accessories. The company relocated from Schweinfurt to Bergrheinfeld in 2006, and in 2022 it was acquired by Dr. Moritz Fehrer. Across its catalog, Recknagel remains closely associated with German gunmaking practice, especially in categories where exact machining and repeatable fit are essential.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: Recknagel
• Made in: Germany
• Category: Pivot mount upper parts
• Scope / sight compatibility: 25.4 mm - 1"
• Height BH: 18.50 mm
• Height H: 31.50 mm
• Inclination: 0 MOA
• Windage adjustable: Yes
• Material: Steel
• Color: Black
• Compatible base platforms: Recknagel and Henneberger pivot mount bases for listed Mauser-pattern and related actions

Warranty

Recknagel provides a 10-year warranty for this mount. That term suits a precision steel mounting component intended for long service on hunting rifles and repeatable optic installation.