EAW pivot mount, LM rail, Steyr Mannlicher L

• Repeatable pivot system: The EAW pivot mount is built so the optic can be removed and reattached without changing the point of impact, which is useful when switching between different sighting setups or transporting the rifle more compactly.
• LM rail interface: The LM rail top configuration gives a secure, precisely aligned connection for compatible rail-mounted optics, helping maintain consistent positioning under regular field use.
• Steel construction: A steel build gives this mount the rigidity and wear resistance needed for a long service life, especially on hunting rifles that see repeated mounting cycles.
• Rifle-specific fit: This version is made for Steyr Mannlicher L-pattern rifles and related compatible actions, which supports correct fitment and the low, stable mounting position expected from a dedicated pivot mount.
• Made in Germany: German manufacture reflects EAW’s long focus on riflescope mounting systems, with an emphasis on precise machining and dependable mechanical function.

About the EAW Pivot Mounts Series

EAW Pivot Mounts are the company’s classic quick-detachable mounting system and remain one of the core categories in the EAW lineup. EAW states that it introduced this design more than 50 years ago, and the concept is still centered on a practical requirement: removing and reinstalling an optic while keeping the rifle’s point of impact unchanged. That makes the series especially relevant for hunting rifles and other long guns that may be used with more than one sighting solution.

The series is designed for common rifles and long guns and is known for its mechanical, rifle-specific approach. Front and rear mount-foot fits are adjustable, allowing the system to be set up correctly for the individual firearm and mount combination. In practical use, that means a secure lock-up, repeatable positioning and the flexibility to use a second scope or aiming device when needed. Within the broader EAW range, the pivot series stands out for combining traditional steel mount durability with a detachable design that remains focused on consistent return-to-zero performance rather than simple one-piece universality.

About the EAW pivot mount, LM rail, Steyr Mannlicher L

The EAW pivot mount, LM rail, Steyr Mannlicher L is a dedicated steel mounting solution for shooters using a compatible LM rail optic on a Steyr Mannlicher L-pattern rifle. Its main advantage is not just that it holds an optic in place, but that it does so in a format designed for repeatable removal and reattachment. For hunters and traditional rifle users, that matters when an optic must be taken off for transport, replaced with another sight, or removed to access the rifle in a different configuration.

The pivot-mount design gives this model its practical value. Once properly fitted, the optic can be swung into engagement and locked in a consistent position, helping preserve zero when the sight is reinstalled. Because this version is built around an LM rail interface, it suits rail-equipped optics that benefit from a broad, stable contact surface and precise alignment along the top of the mount. Compared with generic mounting solutions, a rifle-specific pivot mount like this one is intended to match the geometry of the compatible Steyr actions more closely, which supports reliable fit and a clean installation.

Its steel construction also plays an important role. Steel gives the mount the stiffness needed to resist movement and the durability to handle repeated use over time. For a hunting or sporting rifle that may be carried extensively and remounted season after season, that mechanical strength is as important as the detachable function itself.

About EAW

EAW traces its history to 1919, when Ernst Apel founded the company in Würzburg, Germany. In 1923, he acquired Elektro-Dental-Werke Frankfurt and changed the EDW brand to EAW, meaning 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.

That long specialization is what makes EAW particularly relevant in the field of hunting optics and rifle mounting systems. The company produces pivot mounts, slide-on or roll-off mounts, and claw mounts, reflecting a strong emphasis on rifle-specific mechanical solutions rather than one-format designs. Production moved from Würzburg to Gerbrunn in 1970, and Ernst Apel GmbH is now headquartered in Eibelstadt, Germany. Alongside its mounting systems, EAW also offers thermal imaging products and introduced a tactical mount series in 2023.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: EAW
• Mount series: EAW Pivot Mounts
• Made in: Germany
• Material: Steel
• Scope / Sight type: LM Rail
• Compatibility above: LM Rail
• Compatibility below: Grünig + Elmiger Match Target
• Compatibility below: Steyr M 72 S
• Compatibility below: Steyr M 72 M
• Compatibility below: Steyr M 72 L
• Compatibility below: Steyr Mannlicher Luxus L
• Compatibility below: Steyr Mannlicher Luxus M
• Compatibility below: Steyr Mannlicher Luxus S
• Compatibility below: Steyr Mannlicher Jagdmatch L (B=100.2)
• Compatibility below: Steyr Mannlicher Jagdmatch L (B=104.7)
• Compatibility below: Steyr Mannlicher Jagdmatch SL (B=100.2)
• Compatibility below: Steyr Mannlicher Jagdmatch SL (B=104.7)
• Compatibility below: Steyr Mannlicher Model M
• Compatibility below: Steyr Mannlicher Model S (B=100.2)
• Compatibility below: Steyr Mannlicher Model S (B=104.7)

Warranty

EAW states a 30-year warranty for its mounts and mount parts. For this pivot mount, that gives long-term support that matches the product’s steel construction and intended repeated use.