EAW Magnum pivot mount, 34 mm, Mauser M 98

• Repeatable return to zero: The EAW Magnum pivot mount is built so the scope can be removed and reattached without changing the point of impact, which is valuable for transport, cleaning, or switching between optics on the same rifle.
• 34 mm ring interface: The 34 mm configuration supports modern scopes with larger main tubes, giving a secure platform for premium hunting optics and many long-range capable riflescopes.
• Adjustable mount fit: EAW’s pivot design uses adjustable front and rear mount-foot fits, helping the mount sit correctly on the rifle and supporting precise, tension-free alignment.
• Steel construction: A steel build favors rigidity and long-term durability, especially on hard-kicking rifles where mount stability matters as much as the optic itself.
• Magnum-spec platform: As a Magnum version for the Mauser M 98 pattern, this mount is intended for robust rifles and demanding field use where secure lock-up and repeatable positioning are essential.

About the EAW Pivot Mounts Series

EAW Pivot Mounts are one of the company’s best-known mounting systems and remain a core choice for hunters who want a removable riflescope setup without giving up repeatability. EAW states that it developed and launched this pivot mount more than 50 years ago, and the design is still centered on practical field use with common rifles and long guns. The key idea is simple: the optic can be taken off and put back on while maintaining the rifle’s established point of impact, which makes the system especially useful for transport, maintenance, or keeping a second sighting setup ready.

The series is also defined by its adjustable front and rear mount-foot fits, allowing the mount to be set up with care rather than forced into place. That matters because a properly fitted mount supports consistent alignment and dependable repeatability over time. Within the wider EAW range, pivot mounts occupy the traditional, premium end of the lineup, combining a classic detachable concept with a mechanical layout intended for everyday hunting rifles as well as heavier-recoiling platforms. The series is particularly well suited to shooters who value a clean rifle profile, repeatable reinstallation, and the flexibility to use more than one optic on the same firearm.

About the EAW Magnum pivot mount, 34 mm, Mauser M 98

The EAW Magnum pivot mount, 34 mm, Mauser M 98 is a rifle-specific mounting solution made for shooters who want the advantages of a detachable scope mount on a Mauser M 98 platform while using a modern optic with a 34 mm main tube. That tube size is common on higher-end hunting and long-range riflescopes, so this configuration is a practical match for optics that prioritize generous adjustment travel, robust internals, or larger erector assemblies.

The main strength of this mount is not simply that it holds a scope, but that it does so in a way that supports repeatable removal and reattachment. For a hunting rifle, that can mean easier transport in a compact case, simpler access to the action for maintenance, or the ability to swap optics while preserving the rifle’s established zero relationship. Because the pivot system is designed around adjustable fit at the front and rear contact points, it also supports a more precise, tension-free installation than a one-size-fits-all approach.

The use of steel construction suits the role of a magnum-rated mount well. Steel brings the stiffness and wear resistance expected from a mount that may see repeated locking cycles and substantial recoil over a long service life. In practice, this makes the mount a strong fit for traditional hunting rifles built on the Mauser 98 pattern, especially where reliability, mechanical security, and consistent optic positioning matter more than saving a small amount of weight.

About EAW

EAW traces its history to 1919, when Ernst Apel founded the company in Würzburg, Germany. The business entered the optics-mount field early and developed its first riflescope mounts in 1945. Since 1951, mount development and production have been the company’s primary focus, which helps explain EAW’s strong reputation in the European hunting market for mechanically precise, rifle-specific mounting systems.

Over time, the company expanded from its early roots into a specialist manufacturer of pivot, slide-on or roll-off, and claw mounts for riflescopes, with later additions that include tactical mounting solutions and thermal imaging products. EAW moved production from Würzburg to Gerbrunn in 1970, and Ernst Apel GmbH is now headquartered in Eibelstadt, Germany. Across its mount range, EAW is particularly associated with detachable scope-mount designs that emphasize repeatability, careful fit, and compatibility with traditional European hunting rifles.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: EAW
• Mount series: EAW Pivot Mounts
• Mount type: Magnum pivot mount
• Scope / Sight type: 34 mm
• Material: Steel
• Made in: Germany
• Compatibility Above: 34 mm
• 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

EAW provides a 30-year warranty for this mount. A long warranty period is especially relevant on a steel riflescope mount, where repeatable lock-up and dimensional stability are central to long-term performance.