EAW XS pivot mount, 34 mm, Kettner bolt action

• Repeatable quick removal: The EAW XS pivot design lets the scope come off and go back on without changing the point of impact, which is useful when switching between optics or transporting the rifle more compactly.
• 34 mm ring interface: Built for 34 mm scope tubes, this mount supports larger riflescopes commonly chosen for hunting and precision setups where greater adjustment range and larger erector assemblies are often preferred.
• Steel construction: A steel build gives the mount the rigidity and wear resistance needed for long-term use on bolt-action rifles, helping the optic stay secure under repeated recoil and handling.
• Rifle-specific lower fit: This version is made for Kettner-pattern bolt actions and related Mauser-type actions, giving a platform matched to the receiver geometry instead of relying on a universal compromise.
• Adjustable pivot-mount fit: The EAW pivot system uses adjustable front and rear mount-foot interfaces, allowing precise fitting and consistent lock-up for dependable return-to-zero performance.

About the EAW Pivot Mounts Series

EAW Pivot Mounts are the company’s long-established quick-detachable mounting system for sporting and hunting rifles. EAW states that it developed and launched this pivot design more than 50 years ago, and the concept remains focused on one practical goal: allowing an optic to be removed and reattached without shifting point of impact. That makes the series especially relevant for hunters who use one rifle with different optics, or who want to remove a scope for transport, storage, or a second aiming setup.

The series is built for common rifles and long guns and is known for its mechanically fitted design rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. EAW describes the front and rear mount-foot fits as adjustable, which is an important part of achieving a secure lock-up and repeatable positioning. Within the broader family, EAW also offers variants for different firearm types, including a lever-operated version for break-action firearms. Across the range, the defining characteristic is a traditional steel mounting concept that combines a low-profile fit, repeatability, and the flexibility to use a second scope or aiming device on the same rifle.

About the EAW XS pivot mount, 34 mm, Kettner bolt action

The EAW XS pivot mount, 34 mm, Kettner bolt action is a rifle-specific quick-detachable mount intended for shooters who want the security of a fitted steel mounting system and the convenience of repeatable scope removal. Its 34 mm upper interface suits modern riflescopes with larger main tubes, a common choice for hunting optics and precision-oriented setups that need generous internal adjustment and robust mechanical construction.

The practical strength of this model lies in the way it combines the EAW XS pivot system with a lower fit made for Kettner bolt-action and related Mauser-pattern rifles. Because the mount is tailored to the action family, it provides a more integrated installation than generic ring-and-base combinations. For the shooter, that means a mounting solution designed around stable alignment, secure engagement, and consistent repositioning after the scope is removed and reinstalled.

The steel construction is especially relevant on a detachable mount, because the locking surfaces and pivot points are the areas that see repeated mechanical use over time. Steel helps maintain those contact surfaces and supports long service life in hard field use. This makes the mount well suited to rifles that may carry different optics through the season, or to traditional hunting rifles where a detachable scope mount is valued for flexibility without giving up repeatable zero.

About EAW

EAW traces its history to 1919, when Ernst Apel founded the company in Würzburg, Germany. The business later adopted the EAW name after the EDW brand was changed to mean Ernst Apel Würzburg. The company developed its first riflescope mounts in 1945, and since 1951 mount development and production have been its primary focus.

Today, EAW is known for German-made mounting systems for sporting and tactical firearms, including pivot mounts, slide-on or roll-off mounts, and claw mounts. Production moved from Würzburg to Gerbrunn in 1970, and Ernst Apel GmbH is now headquartered in Eibelstadt, Germany. Alongside mounts, the company also offers thermal imaging products, but its reputation in this category is built on long experience in precise, repeatable riflescope mounting solutions.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: EAW
• Mount series: EAW Pivot Mounts
• Made in: Germany
• Material: Steel
• Scope / Sight type: 34 mm
• 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

30 years. EAW states a 30-year warranty for its mounts and mount parts, which matches the long-service design expected from a steel pivot mounting system.