EGW Mauser 98 Large Ring 0 MOA Picatinny Rail

• 0 MOA one-piece rail: keeps the optic aligned on a flat mounting plane, making it a practical choice for hunting rifles and general shooting setups where standard zeroing distances matter more than added elevation cant.
• Picatinny cross slots: provide broad ring-position flexibility, so it is easier to set correct eye relief and fit different scope lengths without being locked into a narrow mounting position.
• 6061-T6 aluminum construction: keeps weight down while maintaining the rigidity needed for a stable optic base, helping preserve handling on classic Mauser-pattern rifles.
• Matte black anodized finish: adds surface protection against wear and corrosion while reducing glare, which is useful on field rifles carried in changing light and weather.
• Included mounting hardware: the supplied screws and T-10 bit simplify installation and help match the rail correctly to the receiver from the start.

About the EGW Picatinny Rails Series

EGW Picatinny Rails are built as practical, one-piece optic-mounting solutions for shooters who want a stable interface between rifle and scope. In the series, the emphasis is on a straightforward design that gives the user a full-length Picatinny platform rather than the more limited placement options of many two-piece bases. That added flexibility matters when setting eye relief, balancing ring spacing, or adapting a rifle to different optic sizes.

The series is known for its 6061-T6 aluminum construction, which keeps the mount light without giving up the stiffness needed for repeatable scope alignment. EGW also uses a center valley running along the rail, a design that reduces mass and can help preserve clearance over factory iron sights on some rifles. Within the family, rails are offered in different elevation profiles, including 0 MOA versions for general-purpose use and canted options for rifles intended for longer-range dialing. The result is a mount series aimed at hunters, recreational shooters, and rifle builders who want a clean, durable base that fits modern optics while respecting the handling of the host rifle.

About the EGW Mauser 98 Large Ring 0 MOA Picatinny Rail

The EGW Mauser 98 Large Ring 0 MOA Picatinny Rail is designed to give a classic Mauser-pattern action a modern optic interface without adding unnecessary bulk. Its 0 MOA profile suits rifles that are primarily used at ordinary hunting and sporting distances, where a flat rail keeps scope setup simple and preserves the optic's adjustment range for conventional zeroing. For traditional Mauser builds, that makes it a sensible foundation for a versatile riflescope setup.

The rail uses a one-piece Picatinny layout, which gives more freedom in ring placement than many older base systems. In practice, that helps when fitting scopes with different tube lengths, turret positions, or eye-relief requirements. The full-length slot pattern also supports a more adaptable setup if the rifle changes roles over time, from a hunting optic to a more target-oriented configuration.

Machined from domestic 6061-T6 extruded aluminum, the rail keeps weight to about 2 oz., so it does not make a Mauser action feel top-heavy. The matte black anodized finish adds wear resistance and a subdued appearance, while the center channel trims excess material and can help avoid obstructing factory iron sights in some configurations. EGW also includes the mounting screws and T-10 bit, which makes installation more straightforward and keeps the rail ready for a proper torque-to-spec fit on compatible large-ring Mauser actions.

About EGW

Evolution Gun Works was founded by George Smith in 1991 and is based in Quakertown, Pennsylvania, United States. The company began as a gunsmithing shop in Doylestown and developed into a manufacturer focused on precision firearm parts and accessories. Its product range covers scope mounts and scope rings, along with red dot mounts, 1911 parts, AR components, rifle accessories, and thread protectors.

That background is relevant here because EGW has long specialized in the interface between firearm and optic. Its catalog reflects a practical engineering approach centered on fit, repeatability, and compatibility across a wide range of rifle actions and sighting systems. For shooters looking at rails and bases, EGW is particularly known for producing American-made mounting solutions tailored to specific firearms rather than relying on generic one-size-fits-all designs.

Main Features

• Product type: Picatinny Rail
• Mount series: EGW Picatinny Rails
• MOA: 0 MOA
• Material: Aluminium
• Color: Black - Matte
• Length: 169.00 mm
• Made in: USA
• Compatibility below: Mauser M12 (pre-2019), Mauser M98 Standard, Mauser 98 Action (Without Bulb), Musgrave K98
• Compatibility above: Picatinny Rail

Warranty

2 years. EGW states a two-year warranty for this Picatinny rail, giving defined coverage for the mount rather than an open-ended policy description.

In the Box

• Picatinny rail
• #6-48 x 1/4 screws
• T-10 bit