Rusan Pivot Mount for Mauser M12, VM/ZM Rail

• Pivot quick-release design: the mount swings on and off the rifle in a repeatable way, making it practical for hunters who want to remove the optic for transport, cleaning or a backup sighting setup without giving up a secure steel mounting system.
• Zeiss VM/ZM rail interface: built for rail-mounted optics rather than ring clamping, it provides a clean, low-profile connection that supports precise alignment and helps preserve the scope body from ring marks.
• Steel construction: the all-steel build suits hard field use, giving the mount the rigidity and wear resistance needed on hunting rifles that see repeated recoil, travel and seasonal use.
• Rifle-specific fit for Mauser M12: this version is made for the Mauser M12 (pre-2019) pattern, which simplifies installation geometry and gives a more integrated fit than a generic mounting solution.
• Complete mount with bases: as a complete pivot-mount assembly, it is intended to provide the full rifle-to-optic connection in one matched system, reducing guesswork when pairing parts.

About the Rusan Pivot Mounts Series

Rusan Pivot Mounts are part of the company’s dedicated line of firearm optics mounts, developed for shooters who want a traditional pivot-style mounting system with the convenience of quick-release fixation. Within the Rusan range, these mounts sit alongside Picatinny rails, rings and other rifle-specific mounting solutions, but the pivot series is aimed at users who prefer a mount that can be detached and reattached in a controlled, repeatable manner. That makes the series especially relevant for hunting rifles, where an optic may be removed for transport, switched between setups or paired with iron sights depending on the season and terrain.

The series includes versions for different rifle makes and interfaces, as well as configurations for 26 (25.4), 30, 34, 36 and 40 mm scope tubes and rail-based optics. Steel construction is a defining characteristic across the line, reflecting a design approach focused on mechanical strength, stable lock-up and long service life. Rusan also offers pivot mounts both as complete assemblies with bases and as mount components for existing setups, so the series covers everything from classic hunting rifles to more specialized rifle-platform combinations.

About the Rusan Pivot Mount for Mauser M12, VM/ZM Rail

The Rusan Pivot Mount for Mauser M12, VM/ZM Rail is a rifle-specific mounting solution for fitting a Zeiss VM/ZM rail optic to the Mauser M12 (pre-2019) platform. Its main advantage is the combination of a dedicated rifle fit with a pivoting quick-release layout, giving the user a mount that is both secure in use and practical to remove when needed. On a hunting rifle, that matters when the optic must come off for storage in a slimmer case, for maintenance, or when the rifle is being adapted to a different sighting arrangement.

Because this model is built around the VM/ZM rail standard, it is intended for optics that use an integrated rail rather than conventional scope rings. In practice, that gives a neat, low-profile installation and avoids clamping pressure directly around the scope tube. It is a sensible choice for premium rail-equipped hunting optics where clean alignment and tidy mounting geometry are priorities. The steel construction supports that role by providing the stiffness and durability expected from a recoil-bearing mount, while the black finish keeps the appearance understated on a traditional sporting rifle.

As a complete mount with bases and quick-release clamping, this Rusan mount is built as a matched system rather than a mix of separate generic parts. That helps keep the interface consistent from rifle to optic, which is exactly what matters in a pivot mount intended for repeated field handling.

About Rusan

Rusan-Mikron is a Croatian manufacturer based in Marija Bistrica, Croatia, with roots in the Rusan family’s metalworking business dating back to 1983. The company’s development in firearms accessories followed the opening of a gunsmith shop by Željko Rusan in 1986, and it began producing scope mounts in 1993. That background is important because it shows a long focus on precision metal components for sporting and hunting firearms rather than a broad, unrelated engineering portfolio.

Today, Rusan is known for manufacturing scope mounts, scope rings, Picatinny rails and firearm tuning products, along with adapter systems for night-vision and thermal devices. The company introduced its clip-on sight adapter clamp in 2009, and its product range reflects strong expertise in the mechanical interface between rifle and optic. That makes Rusan particularly relevant in categories where repeatable fit, steel construction and rifle-specific compatibility matter.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: Rusan
• Series: Rusan Pivot Mounts
• Made in: Croatia
• Mount type: Pivot mount
• Sight interface: Zeiss ZM / VM Rail
• Color: Black
• Compatibility above: Zeiss ZM/VM Rail
• Compatibility below: FN Browning Mauser, Herters XK3, Herters Zastava J9, Heym SR 20, Husqvarna 5000, Interarms Mark X, J.C. Higgins Model 51, Kettner Luger L04, Kettner Luger L99, Marlin 455, Mauser M12 (pre-2019), Mauser M98 Standard, Mauser 2000, Mauser 3000, Mauser 98 Action (Without Bulb), Musgrave K98, Parker Hale Safari 1200, Remington 798, Santa Barbara Mauser, Voere 2155, Voere 2165, Zastava M70 Bolt action

Warranty

10 years. Rusan specifies a 10-year warranty for this mount, reflecting the product’s role as a durable steel mounting component for long-term field use.