EAW Magnum pivot mount, 26 mm, Browning Mauser

• Repeatable quick-detach design: The pivot system lets the scope be removed and reattached without changing the point of impact, which is useful when switching between optics or transporting the rifle more compactly.
• Magnum-spec steel construction: The steel build gives this mount the rigidity and wear resistance needed for hard-recoiling hunting rifles and long-term use in the field.
• 26 mm ring interface: Built for classic 26 mm riflescopes, this version provides a secure fit for traditional optics while keeping the installation matched to the scope tube size.
• Rifle-specific lower fit: The base geometry is made for the Browning Mauser platform and related Mauser-pattern actions, helping achieve a precise mechanical fit instead of relying on a universal adapter solution.
• Adjustable mount-foot fit: The front and rear mount-foot interfaces are adjustable, allowing careful fitting and consistent lock-up for dependable return-to-zero performance.

About the EAW Pivot Mounts Series

EAW Pivot Mounts are built around a design that the company says it introduced more than 50 years ago. Within the EAW lineup, this series represents the brand’s classic quick-detach mounting solution for common rifles and long guns, combining a traditional all-steel approach with the practical advantage of repeatable removal and reinstallation. The concept is straightforward: the optic can be taken off the rifle and put back on without shifting the established zero, which makes the system well suited to hunters who use more than one sighting setup.

A defining feature of the series is its ability to support a second scope or aiming device while preserving the familiar handling of the rifle. Adjustable front and rear mount-foot fits are part of the design philosophy, allowing the mount to be fitted with precision rather than treated as a one-size-fits-all part. EAW also offers a lever-operated pivot variant for break-action firearms, showing how the series adapts the same core idea to different rifle types. Across the range, the emphasis stays on secure lock-up, repeatable positioning and rifle-specific fit.

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

The EAW Magnum pivot mount, 26 mm, Browning Mauser is a rifle-specific quick-detach mount intended for shooters who want the strength of a steel hunting mount with the flexibility to remove the optic when needed. Its Magnum configuration is suited to rifles where recoil resistance and long-term mechanical stability matter, making it a sensible choice for full-power sporting cartridges and traditional Mauser-pattern hunting rifles.

The 26 mm ring size makes this version especially relevant for classic European riflescopes that use a slimmer main tube than modern 30 mm designs. That allows an older or period-correct optic to be mounted securely without compromise. Because this is a pivot mount, the scope can be detached for travel, cleaning or a change of sighting setup, then reattached with the repeatability expected from a properly fitted EAW system. In practice, that is valuable for hunters who alternate between a daytime scope and another aiming device, or who prefer to remove the optic to protect it during transport.

The mount is made from steel, which supports consistent clamping force and durability at the contact points that matter most over years of use. Its lower fit is tailored to the Browning Mauser pattern and related compatible actions, giving the installation a more exact mechanical interface than a generic mount. The result is a mounting solution focused on secure engagement, repeatable alignment and dependable field handling.

About EAW

EAW traces its origins to 1919, when Ernst Apel founded the company in Würzburg, Germany. The business entered the riflescope-mount field in 1945 with its first scope mounts, and since 1951 mount development and production have been its main focus. That long specialization is central to EAW’s reputation in the hunting and sporting optics market, where the company is known primarily for mechanical mounting solutions rather than optics alone.

Today, Ernst Apel GmbH is headquartered in Eibelstadt, Germany, following an earlier production move from Würzburg to Gerbrunn in 1970. The company’s portfolio includes pivot mounts, slide-on or roll-off mounts, and claw mounts, reflecting a strong emphasis on rifle-specific attachment systems. EAW also produces thermal imaging devices, but its core identity remains closely tied to precision-made mounts for sporting and tactical applications.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: EAW
• Mount series: EAW Pivot Mounts
• Made in: Germany
• Material: Steel
• Scope / Sight type: 26 mm
• Compatible scope tube: 25.4 mm (1 inch)
• Compatible firearms: 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

EAW provides a 30-year warranty for its mounts and mount parts. For this mount, that gives long-term coverage that matches the product’s steel construction and intended use on hard-working hunting rifles.