Talley Steel Base for Mauser K98

• Steel construction: The all-steel build gives this base the rigidity and wear resistance expected from a traditional hunting rifle setup, helping the optic stay secure through repeated recoil and field use.
• Double recoil shoulder design: Talley’s base design is made to resist movement under recoil, which helps maintain zero and reduces the chance of the scope shifting after hard use.
• Machined for model-specific fit: The Talley Bases series is produced for specific firearm patterns and checked for fit, which supports more consistent alignment and a cleaner installation on Mauser K98-pattern actions.
• 0 MOA configuration: A flat base keeps the optic centered for general-purpose hunting and sporting rifle applications where extra cant is not required.
• Compatible with Talley ring systems: This base is designed for use with Talley Fixed Rings or Talley Quick-Detachable Rings, giving the rifle owner flexibility to build either a simple fixed setup or a removable optic system.

About the Talley Bases Series

Talley Bases are Talley’s traditional scope-mount foundation for shooters who want a separate base-and-ring arrangement rather than an integrated one-piece mount. The series covers numerous firearm models, with each base pattern made for a specific action and checked for fit so the mounting surface matches the rifle it is intended for. That model-specific approach matters on sporting and hunting rifles, where proper alignment helps the scope sit securely and reduces installation issues.

Within Talley’s lineup, the series sits as a practical option for users who prefer the flexibility of pairing bases with Talley Fixed Rings or Talley Quick-Detachable Rings. The bases are machined from solid bar stock, and Talley describes the design with double recoil shoulders to improve resistance to movement under recoil. In use, that makes the series well suited to classic bolt-action rifles, traditional hunting optics, and shooters who value a strong steel mounting interface with a straightforward profile. Rather than adding complexity, the Talley Bases family focuses on secure attachment, repeatable fit, and compatibility across a wide range of established rifle actions.

About the Talley Steel Base for Mauser K98

The Talley Steel Base for Mauser K98 is a traditional two-piece mounting solution for shooters building or updating a classic Mauser-pattern rifle with modern optics. Its role is simple but important: provide a stable interface between the receiver and a compatible Talley ring set, so the scope remains properly seated during recoil and regular handling. For a rifle such as the Mauser K98, where action geometry and hole spacing matter, a model-specific base helps create a cleaner, more dependable installation than a generic mount.

The use of steel gives this base the kind of stiffness and long-term durability many shooters still prefer on classic sporting rifles and hard-used field guns. Talley’s base design uses double recoil shoulders, which are intended to resist fore-and-aft movement under recoil and support zero retention over time. The 0 MOA inclination keeps the setup neutral, which suits general hunting and sporting applications where a flat mounting plane is the right choice. With a 4.00 mm BH height and dimensions tailored to this pattern, the base is built to work as part of a proper Talley mounting system rather than as a universal compromise. It is also intended for use with Talley Dovetail Bases, giving the rifle owner a clear path to a complete matched mounting setup.

About Talley

Talley Manufacturing, Inc. is based in Santee, South Carolina, United States, and focuses on scope rings and firearm scope-mounting products. The company states that its products are machined in the United States at its Santee plant, reflecting a manufacturing approach centered on in-house production for mounting systems and related components. Talley’s catalog covers several established mounting formats, including fixed scope ring systems, lightweight alloy scope mounts, Picatinny rails, rimfire and specialty rings, screw-lock detachable rings, and gunsmithing products.

That specialization has made Talley a familiar name among shooters looking for practical mounting hardware rather than general firearm accessories. Its product range spans both traditional steel solutions and lighter alloy designs, allowing the brand to serve classic hunting rifles, modern sporting rifles, and more specialized applications with the same emphasis on fit, simplicity, and secure scope attachment.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: Talley
• Series: Talley Bases
• Product type: Mount base
• Material: Steel
• Color: Black
• BH height: 4.00 mm
• Inclination: 0 MOA
• A: 22 mm
• B: 102.4 mm
• C: 0-13.2 mm
• Made in: USA
• Compatibility: 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, Talley Dovetail Bases

Warranty

Talley provides a 10-year warranty for this mount base. That stated term adds clear long-term support for a component designed for permanent installation and repeated field use.

In the Box

• Steel base set
• Mounting screws