EAW Magnum pivot mount, 26 mm, Mauser 66

• Repeatable return to zero: The pivot design lets the scope be removed and reattached without shifting point of impact, which is useful when switching between optics or transporting the rifle more compactly.
• Magnum-spec steel construction: A steel build gives this mount the rigidity and wear resistance needed for hard-kicking rifles, helping the optic stay secure under repeated recoil.
• 26 mm ring interface: The mount is built for classic 26 mm scope tubes, making it a practical choice for traditional European hunting optics that still deserve a stable, repeatable mounting system.
• Rifle-specific fit for Mauser 66: This version is made for the Mauser 66, so the mount geometry matches the rifle platform rather than relying on a universal compromise.
• Adjustable front and rear mount-foot fit: The pivot-mount system allows precise fitting at both ends, which supports consistent lock-up and dependable alignment over long-term use.

About the EAW Pivot Mounts Series

EAW Pivot Mounts are built around a long-established concept that has been part of the company’s range for more than 50 years. The series is intended for common rifles and long guns, with rifle-specific versions that give hunters and sporting shooters a secure way to mount an optic while keeping the option to remove it when needed. A defining trait of the system is its ability to let a riflescope be detached and reattached without changing the point of impact, which is one of the main reasons pivot mounts remain popular on traditional hunting rifles.

Within the range, EAW also offers variants for different firearm types, including a lever-operated version for break-action guns. Across the series, the design focuses on repeatable lock-up, practical interchangeability and careful mechanical fitting rather than unnecessary complexity. EAW describes the pivot mount as suitable not only for a primary riflescope, but also for use with a second scope or aiming device. Another important feature of the series is the adjustable front and rear mount-foot fit, which helps the mount be tuned precisely to the rifle and optic combination for dependable long-term use.

About the EAW Magnum pivot mount, 26 mm, Mauser 66

The EAW Magnum pivot mount, 26 mm, Mauser 66 is a rifle-specific scope mount for shooters who want the traditional advantages of a detachable hunting optic without giving up stability. Built in the Magnum version and made from steel, it is intended for setups where recoil resistance and long-term mechanical strength matter as much as convenience. On a Mauser 66, that makes it a sensible choice for larger calibres, hard field use and classic hunting rifles that deserve a mounting solution matched to their action.

The 26 mm top interface suits scopes with a 26 mm main tube, a format often found on established European optics. In practice, that makes this mount especially relevant when pairing a traditional riflescope with a modern detachable system. Because it is part of the EAW pivot design, the scope can be removed for transport, storage or replacement with another sighting setup, then reattached with the repeatability expected from a properly fitted pivot mount. That is particularly useful for hunters who alternate between different optics for different seasons or light conditions.

Compatibility with 25.4 mm (1 inch) optics broadens its usefulness further, while the dedicated fit for the Mauser 66 keeps the installation specific to the rifle rather than generic. The result is a mount that combines classic scope compatibility, strong steel construction and the practical flexibility that has made pivot mounts a lasting choice in hunting optics.

About EAW

EAW traces its history to 1919, when Ernst Apel founded the company in Würzburg, Germany. The business took on the EAW name in 1923, when Ernst Apel acquired Elektro-Dental-Werke Frankfurt and changed the EDW brand to mean Ernst Apel Würzburg. The company developed and produced its first riflescope mounts in 1945, and since 1951 mount development and production have been its primary focus.

Today, Ernst Apel GmbH is headquartered in Eibelstadt, Germany, following a production move from Würzburg to Gerbrunn in 1970. EAW is known for making pivot, slide-on or roll-off, and claw mounts for riflescopes, and it also offers thermal imaging cameras. In this product category, the company’s reputation rests on rifle-specific engineering, repeatable detachable mounting systems and a long-standing focus on mechanical precision for hunting and sporting firearms.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: EAW
• Mount series: EAW Pivot Mounts
• Made in: Germany
• Warranty: 30 years
• Material: Steel
• Scope / Sight type: 26 mm
• Compatibility Above: 25.4 mm (1 inch)
• Compatibility Below: Mauser 66

Warranty

EAW provides a 30-year warranty for this mount. That long coverage period matches the product’s role as a durable steel pivot mount intended for many years of regular field use.