Leupold STD Two-Piece base, Weatherby V LT

• Two-piece steel construction: The separate front and rear bases keep the action area open, making loading and unloading easier while still providing a solid platform for a hunting riflescope.
• STD mounting interface: Leupold’s Standard system uses a front dovetail and rear windage-adjustable arrangement, which helps with initial alignment and gives more flexibility during scope installation.
• Low-profile 4.00 mm height: A restrained base height helps keep the optic closer to the bore, supporting a more natural cheek weld and a cleaner rifle setup.
• U.S.-made steel build: Steel construction adds rigidity and wear resistance, which matters on field rifles that see repeated recoil, transport, and regular scope changes.
• Model-specific fit: This base is made for the Weatherby V LT pattern, giving a direct-fit solution that simplifies mounting and reduces guesswork when pairing rifle and optic.

About the STD Series

Leupold’s STD Series is the company’s long-established Standard mounting system, built for shooters who want a traditional steel scope-mounting solution with broad rifle compatibility. Within Leupold’s mount lineup, STD sits as a versatile option for hunting rifles and general sporting use, combining a proven layout with straightforward installation and dependable long-term service.

The system is defined by its front dovetail engagement and rear windage-adjustable base design. In practice, that gives the mount a secure mechanical connection at the front while allowing coarse left-right alignment at the rear during setup. Leupold also offers the STD family in both one-piece and two-piece configurations, so users can choose between maximum access to the action or a more continuous base layout depending on the rifle and optic combination.

STD mounts are aimed at shooters who value steel durability, repeatable alignment, and a clean, low-profile appearance. They are especially well suited to classic hunting optics, where reliability in rough weather and stable scope positioning matter more than quick-detach features or tactical rail formats.

About the Leupold STD Two-Piece base, Weatherby V LT

The Leupold STD Two-Piece base, Weatherby V LT is a rifle-specific mounting base designed for shooters who want a compact, traditional foundation for a scope on a compatible Weatherby-pattern action. Its two-piece layout leaves the ejection port and loading area more accessible than a full-length base, which is useful on hunting rifles where easy top access and a clean receiver profile are often preferred.

This model uses steel construction, which gives the base the stiffness and wear resistance needed to maintain alignment under recoil and during long-term field use. Steel also stands up well to repeated installation pressure at the dovetail and screw interfaces, making it a sensible choice for rifles that may carry a scope season after season. The 4.00 mm base height helps keep the optic mounted low, which can improve cheek weld, reduce excess bulk above the receiver, and support a more natural sight picture.

As part of the Leupold STD system, this base works with matching STD rings and benefits from the system’s practical design. The front dovetail provides a firm anchor point, while the rear windage-adjustable arrangement helps with initial scope centering during installation. For a sporting rifle setup, that means a mount that stays mechanically simple, keeps the rifle easy to handle, and supports a secure optic fit without adding unnecessary weight or rail length.

About Leupold

Leupold & Volpel was founded in Portland, Oregon, in 1907 by Fred Leupold and Adam Volpel. The company later expanded into sport optics and introduced its first riflescope, the Plainsman, in 1947. That early move into riflescopes helped establish Leupold as a specialist brand for hunting and shooting applications rather than a general outdoor manufacturer.

Today, Leupold & Stevens, Inc. is headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, United States, and remains family-owned. Its product range covers riflescopes, red dot sights, binoculars, spotting scopes, rangefinders, and thermal optics. The company is also known for landmark developments such as the Duplex reticle, introduced in 1962, and for maintaining a strong focus on practical field performance in optics and mounting systems for hunters and shooters.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: Leupold
• Product type: Mount base
• Mount configuration: Two-piece
• Compatibility: Weatherby V LT
• Material: Steel
• BH height.: 4.00 mm
• Made in: USA

Warranty

Leupold provides a 10-year warranty for this mount base. That stated coverage period supports long-term use on a working hunting rifle or general sporting setup.