Recknagel Weaver-AKM o.S. – Tilting Mount for Picatinny/Weaver Rails without Support
If your optics are mounted on Picatinny or Weaver, the mounting system determines the point of impact.
The Recknagel Weaver-AKM o.S. is a high-quality tilting mount for rifle scopes on Picatinny/Weaver rails. It is designed for users who don't want a universal, cheap mount but rather a suitable ring and height solution for their specific setup.
o.S. stands for the version without additional support/reinforcement component. Therefore, it is all the more crucial that the tube diameter, mounting height, and rail profile match the optics and the weapon.
Why this Weaver-AKM o.S.?
✔ for existing Picatinny or Weaver rails
✔ variants for different tube diameters and mounting heights
✔ suitable for hunting scopes, sports optics, and precise setups
✔ clean Recknagel clamping instead of wobbly universal rings
✔ selection based on mounting height, tube, and operating logic
Why this mount?
A rifle scope mount is not just about holding the scope somehow. It's crucial that the optics are mounted stress-free, low enough, high enough, and reproducibly.
- You use an existing Picatinny/Weaver rail as the base.
- You choose the variant matching the tube diameter of your optics.
- You determine the mounting height based on the objective diameter, barrel contour, and aiming position.
- You avoid unnecessarily high mounts that worsen your aiming position.
The difference to a standard ring mount
❌ a ring might fit mechanically, but sits too high, clamps poorly, or creates tension in the scope
✔ Recknagel Weaver-AKM: variants by tube and height, designed for clean rail mounting
Especially for hunting and precision optics, the mount is not an accessory – it is part of the aiming system.
Understanding mounting height correctly
For many Recknagel mounts, the mounting height describes the distance from the mount base to the bottom edge of the rifle scope's main tube. It is not automatically the optical center.
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Very low mounting height: close to the barrel axis, good aiming position, but little clearance for large objectives.
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Medium mounting height: usually sensible for classic hunting scopes with 50–56 mm objectives.
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High mounting height: useful for large objectives, thick barrels, or when additional front attachments/accessories require clearance.
As a rule of thumb: as low as possible, as high as necessary. The actual outer diameter of the objective is always decisive, not just the nominal size.
Practical tip: Check mounting height before purchase
Don't just choose your rifle scope based on objective size. A 56mm scope often has more than 56mm on the outside. Also plan for clearance for objective caps, barrel contour, and possibly clip-on devices.
Variants – Choose tube and mounting height carefully
The variants differ in diameter, clamping/operation type, and mounting height. Always check the variant against your optics and rail profile.
- 26mm – SKU 57026-1800
- 26mm – SKU 57526-1800
- 26mm – SKU 57036-1800
- 26mm – SKU 57034-1800
- 26mm – SKU 57030-1800
- 18mm – SKU 57026-1000
- 18mm – SKU 57526-1000
- 18mm – SKU 57040-1000
- 18mm – SKU 57036-1000
- 18mm – SKU 57034-1000
- 18mm – SKU 57030-1000
- 13mm – SKU 57026-0500
- 13mm – SKU 57526-0500
- 13mm – SKU 57040-0500
- 13mm – SKU 57036-0500
- 13mm – SKU 57034-0500
- 13mm – SKU 57030-0500
Key features
- Recknagel tilting mount for Picatinny/Weaver rails
- Version without support/additional reinforcement
- various tube diameters and mounting heights
- for hunting and sport aiming optics
- high-quality manufacturing for precise mounting
- suitable as a fixed, clean optics solution on an existing rail
Suitable for
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Hunters: if a rifle scope needs to be mounted cleanly and robustly on a Picatinny/Weaver rail.
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Sport shooters: if mounting height and clamping need to fit reproducibly.
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Precision users: if optical tension, height, and aiming position are consciously chosen.
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Gunsmiths and setup builders: if different tube/height variants are required.
Important mounting note
Mounts are precision components. Before purchase, the weapon system, rail/prism dimensions, tube diameter, mounting height, and optics interface must match exactly.
Clean mounting surfaces, tighten screws according to manufacturer/gunsmith specifications, and check the point of impact after mounting. This text does not replace a professional mounting check.
FAQ
What does o.S. mean?
o.S. is offered as a variant without additional support/reinforcement components. It is important that the rail, clamping, tube diameter, and mounting height match exactly.
Picatinny or Weaver – does both fit?
The mount is designed for Picatinny/Weaver rails. Nevertheless, the actual rail should be checked, as tolerances and profile dimensions influence fit and clamping.
Which height is correct?
As low as possible, as high as necessary. The outer diameter of the objective, barrel contour, caps, and desired aiming position are decisive.
Especially with Recknagel Weaver AKM mounts, the correct combination of tube diameter, mounting height, and rail profile determines a clean point of impact and reliable use.
