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Browning of steel rails and mountings
Learn more about bluing as a surface treatment for Picatinny rails and mounts. Read about the chemical process behind the deep finish, surface tolerances, an...
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Surface treatments on Picatinny rails: What to choose?
QPQ, hard anodizing and black oxide are the three most common surface treatments for Picatinny rails. Here we compare hardness, corrosion resistance, and mai...
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How to mount a rifle scope
Mounting a scope is easier than you think. In this guide, we'll go through the process step-by-step - from rail to final mounting - including torque specific...
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Picatinny rail for Remington 783
The Remington 783 is an independent Remington platform, and should not be chosen as a Remington 700 when selecting a Picatinny rail. This is the most important
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Picatinny rail for Remington Model Seven/7
The Remington Model Seven, also written Model 7, is a compact Remington rifle often chosen for stalking and driven hunts. Precisely because the rifle is shorter
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Picatinny rail for Savage Axis
The Savage Axis, including the Axis II, is its own Savage platform and should not be chosen as a Savage 110 when selecting a Picatinny rail. This is the guide's
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Picatinny rail for Sauer 100 / 101
Sauer 100 and Sauer 101 are often treated as the same mounting family when choosing a Picatinny rail. This makes the guide simple: First, you need to ensure ...
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Picatinny rail for Ruger 10/22
The Ruger 10/22 is a widely used .22 LR rimfire rifle, employed for target shooting, pest control, and general recreational shooting. When choosing a Picatin...
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Picatinny rail for Steyr Mannlicher CL II
The Steyr Mannlicher CL II must be selected as its own Steyr model. This is particularly important because Steyr has several models and generations that may ...
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Picatinny rail for Schultz & Larsen Victory
The Schultz & Larsen Victory should be chosen as its own model series. It should not be automatically conflated with the Classic DL, Legacy, or other Sch...
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Picatinny rail for Schultz & Larsen Classic DL
The Schultz & Larsen Classic DL should be selected as its own model series. It should not automatically be confused with the Victory, Legacy or other Sch...
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Picatinny rail for Sako 75 / 85
Sako 75 and Sako 85 should be chosen according to the Sako system size, not just the model name. This is the most important point, because "Sako 75" or "Sako...
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Picatinny rail for Ruger American
The Ruger American should be selected as its own Ruger platform. It should not be confused with the Ruger 10/22, Ruger M77, or Ruger Precision Rimfire when you
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Picatinny rail for Remington 600 / Mohawk
The Remington 600 and Mohawk are compact, older Remington models with their own geometry. They should not be chosen as Remington 700 Short Action, even thoug...
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Picatinny rail for Mauser M25
The Mauser M25 should be seen as a specific control task, not as a common standard model where the fit can be derived from the brand name alone. If a product...
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Picatinny rail for Mauser M18
The Mauser M18 should be chosen as its own Mauser model. Some product descriptions mention the fit in relation to the Remington 700 Long Action, but this sho...
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Picatinny rail for Mauser M12
The Mauser M12 should be selected as its own Mauser model. Some product descriptions refer to the fit in relation to the Remington 700 Long Action, but this ...
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Picatinny rail for Mauser M03
The Mauser M03 differs from many other rifles because the mounting solution is not just about four ordinary screw holes in the receiver. The M03 is often ass...
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Picatinny rail for CZ 557
The CZ 557 must be selected as its own CZ model. This is particularly important because CZ has several model series with different mounting systems, includin...
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Picatinny rail for Benelli Lupo
The Benelli Lupo is a separate Benelli rifle and should not be confused with the Benelli R1, Argo, or Browning overlap, unless the product page explicitly
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Picatinny rail for Winchester XPR
The Winchester XPR is an independent Winchester platform and should not be chosen as a Winchester Model 70 when selecting a Picatinny rail. This guide
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Picatinny rail for Weatherby Vanguard
The Weatherby Vanguard is often mentioned alongside the Howa 1500 when discussing scope bases and Picatinny rails. This can be helpful, but it should not bec...
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Picatinny rail for Kongsberg 393
The Kongsberg 393 is a Scandinavian rifle classic, where the model name often appears alongside the Lakelander. This can create doubt when choosing
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Picatinny rail for Howa 1500
The Howa 1500 is a popular rifle among both hunters and sport shooters because it combines simple construction, stable precision, and a wide selection of
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Picatinny rail for Browning Maral
The Browning Maral is a straight-pull rifle, particularly popular for hunting where fast reloading and secure optics mounting are important. If you want to
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Picatinny rail for Browning A-Bolt
The Browning A-Bolt is a classic bolt-action rifle, but the A-Bolt name can be confusing because it is used for several other Browning models. When you
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Picatinny rail for Browning X-Bolt
The Browning X Bolt is a modern bolt action rifle with its own mounting system, which is why the Picatinny rail must be chosen specifically for the X Bolt. I...
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Picatinny rail for Sauer 202
The Sauer 202 is a classic European hunting rifle with a modular design and several system variants. Therefore, when choosing a Picatinny rail for the Sauer ...
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Picatinny Rail for Savage 110 Round Back Long Action
The Savage 110 is one of the classic American bolt action platforms, and precisely for this reason, there are many mounting solutions, model variations, and ...
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Picatinny rail for Bergara B-14
The Bergara B 14 has become popular among both hunters and sport shooters because it combines a practical bolt action platform with a wide selection of
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Picatinny rail for Remington 700
The Remington 700 is one of the most widespread bolt-action rifles, and therefore many Picatinny rails and mounting solutions are available for the platform....
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Short Action vs. Long Action
The difference between Short Action and Long Action concerns the length of the bolt, and thus which calibers the rifle can use. We explain what this means fo...
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How to find the right Picatinny rail for your rifle
Guide to choosing a Picatinny rail: rifle model, A/B/C dimensions, action type, material, MOA inclination, mounting height, and mounting before ordering.
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Picatinny rail for long-range shooting
Guide to choosing a Picatinny rail for long-range shooting: MOA cant, material, mounting height, RTZ, and the most important checks before shooting.
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QPQ treatment of Picatinny rails
QPQ is a nitrocarburizing process with subsequent polishing. It provides steel rails with a hard, corrosion-resistant surface without noticeably changing the...
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Picatinny rail with MOA cant
A rail with MOA cant moves the scope's elevation back, providing more elevation adjustment for long distances. When does this make sense?
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Picatinny vs. Weaver
Picatinny and Weaver are similar, but the slots are not identical. Fit and compatibility depend on which way the combination is oriented.
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Steel vs. Aluminum
Steel and aluminium have different strengths in terms of weight, durability, and application. Here's a practical guide to choosing between them for Picatinny...
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MIL-STD-1913 vs. STANAG 4694
MIL-STD-1913 and STANAG 4694 describe the same Picatinny rail, but STANAG tightens some tolerances. The difference is smaller than the names suggest.
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Hard anodizing of aluminum
Learn more about hard anodizing (Type III) as a surface treatment for picatinny rails and mounts. Get a full technical review of the electrochemical process,...
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Picatinny Rail - Measurements and Dimensions
The dimensions of the Picatinny rail are defined in MIL-STD-1913. Slot width, slot spacing, and top angle are what make mounts interchangeable between manufa...
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Picatinny vs. M-LOK vs. KeyMod
Picatinny, M-LOK, and KeyMod each serve their own purpose. Picatinny for top mounting, M-LOK and KeyMod for accessories on the side of the rifle's fore-end.
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Return to Zero (RTZ)
Return to Zero means that a scope mount maintains the same zero after being removed and reattached. This depends on more than just the name of the mount.
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Mounting a Picatinny Rail - Guide
Mounting a Picatinny rail is a quick process if the order is right. Tools, cleaning, and correct torque are the most important things to get right.
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Choosing the Right Scope Mount
Choosing scope mounts involves more than just rings. This guide covers the four decisions you need to make - from ring type and material to height and attach...
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Maintenance of Picatinny Rails
Cleaning, checking screws, and proper storage extend the life of your Picatinny rail and reduce the risk of loose or worn mounts.
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Scope Mount Height
Short guide and instructions on how to find the correct height for a ring mount for your rifle scope.
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Fixed mount vs. QR/QD
A fixed mount is permanent. A QR mount can be attached and detached without tools. Here, we review the mechanism, RTZ, and when you should choose which.
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Scope Mount: Picatinny vs. Weaver
Can Picatinny and Weaver be mixed? Yes, by using two-piece bases or compatible rings. Get the precise mechanical facts about the systems here.
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MOA vs. MIL vs. Degrees
MOA, MIL, and degrees are three ways to describe angles on a scope reticle. The difference matters for zeroing, hold-overs, and turret click values.
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