Recknagel GK Pivot upper parts, Winchester 70 short / long action, 36 mm

• Pivot quick-detach design: The GK pivot upper parts let a riflescope be removed and reattached on compatible bases with a repeatable mechanical interface, which is useful when switching optics or transporting the rifle more compactly.
• 36 mm scope fit: Built for 36 mm scope tubes, this upper assembly provides a correct, purpose-made fit for larger premium optics instead of relying on compromise inserts or adapters.
• Adjustable windage: The windage-adjustable design helps align the scope mechanically in the mount, reducing the need for excessive reticle correction and preserving more internal adjustment for zeroing.
• Steel construction: A steel body gives the mount the rigidity and wear resistance needed for repeated attachment cycles and long-term use on hunting rifles with substantial recoil.
• 18.50 mm build height: The 18.50 mm height supports practical scope positioning over the action while maintaining the clearance needed for a stable, low-profile installation.

About the - Series

Leupold’s Quick Release series is built around a lever-operated mounting concept that allows an optic to be detached and reinstalled without turning the rifle into a permanent one-scope setup. In practical terms, that makes the system useful for shooters who alternate between different sighting solutions, keep a second scope ready for a different load, or want easier access to the rifle during transport and maintenance. The system is designed to return to zero within ¼ MOA, which is the key reason quick-release mounts remain relevant for field rifles rather than being only a convenience feature.

Within Leupold’s mounting range, QR mounts sit as a traditional steel-based solution for hunting and heavy-recoiling rifles, including applications such as muzzleloaders and large-caliber firearms. The family includes one-piece and two-piece bases and accepts dedicated Leupold QR rings, giving the user a modular way to configure the rifle around the optic and action length. The emphasis is on repeatable lock-up, straightforward handling, and a mounting layout that supports practical field use rather than constant adjustment.

About the Recknagel GK Pivot upper parts, Winchester 70 short / long action, 36 mm

The Recknagel GK Pivot upper parts are the scope-side half of a classic pivot mounting system for rifles built on the Winchester 70 short and long action platform when paired with the correct compatible bases. This version is made for 36 mm scope tubes, making it relevant for larger European hunting optics that need a dedicated ring diameter and a secure steel interface. For hunters who want a detachable riflescope mount without moving to a rail-based setup, the pivot format keeps the installation mechanically simple and visually clean.

A key practical feature here is the adjustable windage. Instead of using only the riflescope’s internal windage travel to center the reticle, the mount itself can help bring the optical axis into alignment with the rifle. That matters because it can leave more internal adjustment in reserve and supports a more balanced zero. The 0 MOA inclination keeps the setup neutral, which suits general hunting distances and conventional zeroing rather than specialized long-range elevation bias.

Recknagel builds these upper parts from steel, a sensible choice for a detachable mount that must resist wear at the locking and bearing surfaces over repeated use. The 18.50 mm height helps position the optic with practical clearance above the action while keeping the scope from sitting unnecessarily high. Finished in black, the mount matches most riflescope and rifle configurations without drawing attention away from the rifle’s overall lines.

About Recknagel

Recknagel began in 1867, when Adolf Recknagel started manufacturing firearm sights in Albrechts near Suhl, Thuringia. The company is a German manufacturer focused on firearm and riflescope mounting systems, sights, and hunting accessories, with a product range that includes scope mounts, Picatinny rails, triggers, safeties, and related components. That long specialization in mechanical shooting accessories is directly relevant to products such as pivot mounts, where precise fit and repeatable alignment matter more than broad feature lists.

In more recent years, Recknagel expanded its profile with the launch of the ERATAC line in 2010 for tactical mounts and accessories, and later added lightweight hunting silencers in 2016. The company relocated from Schweinfurt to Bergrheinfeld in 2006, and Dr. Moritz Fehrer acquired Recknagel in 2022. Across these changes, the brand has remained closely associated with German-made mounting solutions for hunting and sporting rifles.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: Recknagel
• Made in: Germany
• Category: Pivot mount upper parts
• Compatible scope tube diameter: 36 mm
• Compatible rifle platform: Winchester 70 short / long action
• Height: 18.50 mm
• Inclination: 0 MOA
• Windage adjustable: Yes
• Material: Steel
• Color: Black

Warranty

Recknagel provides a 10-year warranty for this mount. That term suits a precision steel mounting component intended for long service life and repeated use on compatible hunting rifle setups.