Rusan Pivot Mount for Mauser K98/ M48, VM/ZM Rail

• Pivot quick-release design: The mount lets the optic be removed and reattached quickly, which is useful when switching between sighting systems or transporting the rifle while preserving a repeatable mounting position.
• Steel construction: A steel body gives the mount the rigidity and wear resistance needed for long-term use on classic Mauser-pattern rifles, especially where secure lock-up matters more than saving weight.
• Made for Mauser K98k and M48 actions: This version is built for rifles with the bulb-style front receiver profile, giving a model-specific fit that suits traditional hunting and sporting conversions based on these actions.
• Zeiss ZM / VM rail interface: The rail-specific upper accepts compatible Zeiss rail scopes without ring marks, while also helping with precise alignment and a clean, low-profile installation.
• Complete mount with bases: As a complete pivot-mount set, it is intended as a dedicated rifle-and-optic mounting solution rather than a partial component that still requires separate base selection.

About the Rusan Pivot Mounts Series

Rusan Pivot Mounts are built around a traditional swivel-mount concept for shooters who want a secure, detachable connection between rifle and optic. In the Rusan range, this series covers both complete mounts with bases and pivot-mount variants supplied without bases, allowing the system to be matched to different rifles and mounting layouts. The line is aimed primarily at sporting and hunting rifles where a low mounting position, clean handling and the ability to remove the scope remain important.

A defining characteristic of the series is its steel construction and quick-release fixation. In practice, that combination favors durability, repeatable engagement and dependable lock-up under regular field use. The family also spans a wide set of rifle-specific versions for actions from different manufacturers, along with multiple upper-interface options such as VM/ZM rails, 11 mm prism variants and ring-based configurations for common scope tube diameters. That broad compatibility makes the series especially relevant for classic bolt-action rifles and European-style scope installations where a pivot mount remains a practical and mechanically elegant solution.

About the Rusan Pivot Mount for Mauser K98/ M48, VM/ZM Rail

This Rusan Pivot Mount for Mauser K98/ M48, VM/ZM Rail is a rifle-specific solution for classic Mauser-pattern actions that use the bulb-style receiver configuration. It is intended for the Mauser K98k, Mauser M48 and Zastava M48 platform, giving these rifles a mounting system suited to modern rail-equipped optics while keeping the handling qualities that make pivot mounts popular on traditional sporting rifles.

The upper is made for the Zeiss ZM / VM rail standard, so it accepts compatible rail scopes without separate rings. That has two practical advantages: it avoids ring marks on the optic and provides a tidy, centered installation with consistent contact along the rail. For users fitting premium European hunting optics, this interface is often preferred for its clean appearance and straightforward positioning.

Rusan builds the mount from steel, which supports a firm lock-up and long service life on rifles that may see repeated removal and refitting of the scope. As part of the pivot quick-release system, the mount is designed for fast detachment when the optic needs to be removed for transport, maintenance or a change of sighting setup. Because this is a complete mount with bases, it is configured as a dedicated mounting package for the rifle rather than a generic upper section, making it a practical choice for a stable and model-matched installation on Mauser K98k and M48 actions.

About Rusan

Rusan is a Croatian manufacturer whose metalworking roots date to 1983. The company, Rusan-Mikron, is based in Marija Bistrica, Croatia, and focuses on firearms-related metal components such as scope mounts, rings, Picatinny rails and tuning parts. Its background in machining is especially relevant in the mounting category, where fit, repeatability and material quality matter as much as the optic itself.

The company began producing scope mounts in 1993 and later expanded into accessories for modern electro-optics, including adapter clamps for clip-on night-vision and thermal devices. Rusan introduced its clip-on sight adapter clamp in 2009, reflecting the brand’s practical emphasis on connecting optics securely to hunting and sporting rifles. Today, the product range covers both classic scope-mounting solutions and interfaces for newer optical systems, with a strong focus on rifle-specific compatibility and robust steel construction.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: Rusan
• Mount series: Rusan Pivot Mounts
• Made in: Croatia
• Material: Steel
• Scope / Sight type: Zeiss ZM / VM Rail
• Compatibility above: Zeiss ZM/VM Rail
• Compatibility below: Mauser K98k (Bulb)
• Compatibility below: Mauser M48
• Compatibility below: Zastava M48

Warranty

Rusan provides a 10-year warranty for this mount. That long coverage period suits a steel mounting system intended for extended use on a dedicated rifle-and-optic setup.