Recknagel GK Pivot upper parts, H&K SLB 2000, 40 mm

• Pivot quick-detach design: The GK upper parts are built for a pivot-mount system, making it practical to remove and reinstall an optic for transport, cleaning or switching setups while preserving the repeatable fit expected from a steel hunting mount.
• 40 mm ring configuration: This version is made for scopes with a 40 mm main tube, giving a secure and properly matched clamping surface for larger specialist optics that cannot use standard 30 mm rings.
• Adjustable windage: The mount includes windage adjustment, which helps center the scope mechanically in the mount and can reduce the amount of internal correction needed in the optic itself.
• Steel construction: A steel build favors rigidity and long-term wear resistance, which matters on a detachable mount that must return to the same position after repeated use.
• Low hunting height: With a BH height of 18.50 mm, the mount keeps the optic relatively close to the rifle, supporting a steadier cheek weld and more natural head position behind the scope.

About the Recknagel Pivot Series

Recknagel pivot mounts are designed for hunters who want a detachable scope mounting system without giving up mechanical stability. In Recknagel’s hunting-mount range, the pivot format sits firmly in the traditional European quick-detach category: it allows the optic to be taken off the rifle when needed, then reattached with a consistent interface between upper parts and bases. That makes the system especially relevant for rifles that may alternate between scoped use and open sights, or for owners who transport the rifle with the optic removed.

The series is defined by a steel-based construction philosophy, precise fit between the locking elements, and model-specific lower components for different rifle actions. Upper parts are offered for different tube diameters and rail formats, so the same mounting concept can be adapted to a wide range of optics. In practice, the appeal of the series is straightforward: repeatable positioning, solid support for hunting optics, and a compact layout that keeps the sight line controlled. For users who prefer a classic detachable mount over a fixed rail-and-ring arrangement, the Recknagel pivot system remains a practical and durable solution.

About the Recknagel GK Pivot upper parts, H&K SLB 2000, 40 mm

The Recknagel GK Pivot upper parts for the H&K SLB 2000 in 40 mm are intended for shooters who need to pair a non-standard 40 mm scope tube with a classic pivot-mount setup on this rifle platform. As upper parts, they are the section that interfaces directly with the riflescope, while the rifle-specific pivot bases provide the connection to the firearm. This makes them a useful choice when building a detachable hunting setup around a specialized optic rather than a more common 1 inch or 30 mm tube.

The practical value of this model lies in its combination of steel rings, adjustable windage and a controlled mounting height. Steel helps the assembly resist wear from repeated removal and reinstallation, while the windage-adjustable design gives the installer more freedom to align the scope mechanically before relying on the optic’s internal adjustment range. That can be especially helpful when trying to keep the reticle centered and preserve available correction for zeroing in the field.

With a BH height of 18.50 mm, an overall H height of 38.50 mm and 0 MOA inclination, this version is aimed at straightforward hunting use rather than built-in long-range cant. The black finish keeps the appearance discreet, and the geometry suits rifles where a low, stable optic position matters for fast shoulder mounting and a consistent cheek weld.

About Recknagel

Recknagel is a German maker of firearm sights, riflescope mounting systems and hunting accessories with roots going back to 1867, when Adolf Recknagel began manufacturing firearm sights in Albrechts near Suhl, Thuringia. The company’s long focus on mounting solutions is especially relevant here, because precise interfaces between rifle and optic have remained one of its core areas of expertise.

Today, Recknagel produces scope mounts, Picatinny rails, sights, triggers, safeties and hunting silencers, covering both traditional hunting applications and more technical mounting requirements. The company relocated from Schweinfurt to Bergrheinfeld in 2006, and in 2010 it launched the ERATAC line for tactical mounts and accessories. That mix of traditional gunmaking knowledge and specialized mount engineering gives Recknagel a strong reputation among shooters who value robust mechanical design and model-specific fit.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: Recknagel
• Made in: Germany
• Mount type: Pivot upper parts without bases
• Scope / sight compatibility: 40 mm
• BH height: 18.50 mm
• H height: 38.50 mm
• Inclination: 0 MOA
• Windage adjustable: Yes
• Color: Black
• Material: Steel
• Compatible lower bases: Recknagel, Henneberger and MAK pivot mount bases for Anschutz 1780, Anschutz 1781, Haenel SLB 2000+, Heckler & Koch SLB 2000 and Merkel SR 1 Basic

Warranty

Recknagel provides a 10-year warranty for this mount. That long coverage period suits a steel mounting component intended for repeated installation, removal and field use over many seasons.