Rusan Pivot Mount for Mauser M12, LM Rail

• Pivot quick-release design: The mount lets the optic be removed and reattached quickly, which is useful when switching between sighting systems or transporting the rifle while keeping the setup repeatable and practical in the field.
• LM rail interface: Built for scopes with an LM rail, this version avoids separate rings and gives a clean, secure connection that helps maintain consistent alignment on the rifle.
• Complete mount with bases: Because this is a complete pivot mount with bases, it is intended as a rifle-specific mounting solution rather than a partial component, simplifying installation on the correct action pattern.
• Steel construction: Steel gives the mount the rigidity and wear resistance needed for repeated use, helping the locking surfaces and pivot points stay dependable over time.
• Mauser M12 pre-2019 fit: This model is made for Mauser M12 rifles up to serial number 29999, giving owners of the earlier action pattern a dedicated pivot-mount solution rather than a generic compromise.

About the Rusan Pivot Mounts Series

Rusan Pivot Mounts are built as dedicated rifle-specific mounting solutions for hunters and shooters who want a removable optic setup without giving up a solid mechanical interface. In Rusan’s range, the series sits as a traditional swing or pivot-style system, with models configured for different rifles and for different optic attachment standards, including LM rails, Picatinny interfaces and ring-based versions. That broad fitment is one of the defining traits of the series.

The design philosophy is straightforward: steel construction, a quick-release fixation, and model-specific geometry matched to the rifle action. Rusan also offers the series both as complete mounts with bases and as pivot mounts without bases, depending on the rifle and installation requirement. Across the family, this makes the series relevant for classic hunting rifles where a low, secure and removable optic mount remains a preferred solution. Rather than focusing on universal fit, the series is built around precise compatibility, which is why it appears in so many rifle-specific variants. For users who prefer a traditional pivot system over a fixed rail arrangement, the series offers a practical balance of repeatable attachment, robust materials and clean rifle integration.

About the Rusan Pivot Mount for Mauser M12, LM Rail

The Rusan Pivot Mount for Mauser M12, LM Rail is a complete steel pivot mount made for Mauser M12 rifles up to serial number 29999. Its purpose is simple: to give this earlier M12 action pattern a dedicated mounting solution for optics that use the LM rail standard. That matters because a rail-matched mount removes the need for conventional scope rings and creates a neater, more direct connection between scope and rifle.

The pivot format is especially useful on hunting rifles. A quick-release swivel bracket allows the optic to be detached when needed and reattached with less fuss than a fixed installation, which is practical for transport, storage, maintenance or changing the rifle’s sighting setup. On a field rifle, that kind of flexibility is often as important as raw strength. Here, the use of steel supports that role by giving the mount durable bearing and locking surfaces where repeated opening, closing and clamping place the most stress.

Because this is a complete mount with bases, it is intended as a dedicated rifle-and-optic interface rather than a mix-and-match component. For owners of a pre-2019 Mauser M12 who want a traditional pivot mounting system and use an LM-rail scope, this model provides the correct format in a purpose-built configuration. The result is a mount that suits classic hunting optics setups where secure attachment, straightforward removal and rifle-specific fit are more important than a one-size-fits-all approach.

About Rusan

Rusan-Mikron is a Croatian manufacturer based in Marija Bistrica, with roots in the Rusan family’s metalworking business dating back to 1983. Željko Rusan opened a gunsmith shop in 1986, and the company began producing scope mounts in 1993. That background explains why mounting solutions remain central to the brand’s identity.

Today, Rusan is known for manufacturing scope mounts, scope rings and Picatinny rails, along with firearm tuning products and adapter systems for night-vision and thermal devices. The company is also widely associated with its clip-on adapter solutions, including the adapter clamp it introduced in 2009. In practical terms, Rusan’s reputation in this category comes from producing model-specific mounting hardware for a wide range of rifles and optics interfaces, with an emphasis on mechanical fit, durable materials and compatibility across both conventional daytime optics and modern clip-on systems.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: Rusan
• Series: Rusan Pivot Mounts
• Made in: Croatia
• Mount type: Pivot mount
• Optic interface: LM Rail
• Color: Black
• Compatibility above: LM Rail
• 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

Rusan provides a 10-year warranty for this mount. That stated term suits a steel mounting product intended for long-term use on a rifle-specific optics setup.