{"product_id":"recknagel-akm-16-mm","title":"Recknagel AKM 16mm","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.br-product{\nfont-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\nline-height:1.6;\ncolor:#222;\n}\n.br-product h1{\nfont-size:1.4rem;\nmargin-bottom:10px;\n}\n.br-product h2{\nfont-size:1.2rem;\nmargin-top:28px;\n}\n.br-product ul{\npadding-left:18px;\n}\n.br-product .info-box{\nbackground:#ffdddd;\nborder-left:6px solid #c40000;\npadding:12px;\nmargin:20px 0;\n}\n.br-product .tip-box{\nbackground:#eef6ff;\nborder-left:6px solid #2a6fdb;\npadding:12px;\nmargin:20px 0;\n}\n.br-product .trust-box{\nbackground:#eaf7ea;\nborder-left:6px solid #2f8f2f;\npadding:12px;\nmargin:20px 0;\n}\n.br-product .compare-box{\nbackground:#f5f5f5;\nborder-left:6px solid #444;\npadding:12px;\nmargin:20px 0;\n}\n.br-product details{\nbackground:#f2f2f2;\npadding:10px;\nmargin-bottom:8px;\nborder-radius:4px;\n}\n.br-product summary{\nfont-weight:600;\ncursor:pointer;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"br-product\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eRecknagel AKM 16 mm – Pivot Mount for 16mm Dovetail Rails and Hunting Optics\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor 16mm dovetail rails, fit matters more than brand name.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Recknagel AKM 16 mm is a pivot mount for firearms with a 16mm dovetail and offers variants for round tubes, rail optics, and different mounting heights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is aimed at users who want to make clean use of a classic dovetail rail without unnecessarily converting their firearm to Picatinny first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"trust-box\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy the Recknagel AKM 16 mm?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n✔ Direct mounting on a 16mm dovetail rail\u003cbr\u003e\n✔ Variants for multiple tube diameters and rail optics\u003cbr\u003e\n✔ Various mounting heights for proper cheek weld and objective clearance\u003cbr\u003e\n✔ Professional alternative to adapter chains\u003cbr\u003e\n✔ Suitable for hunting rifles, ranch rifles, and classic rifle scopes\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy mount 16 mm directly?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 16mm dovetail is a dedicated weapon base. A suitable direct mount can position the optic lower, more stably, and more cleanly on the weapon than an additional Picatinny adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou use the weapon's existing dovetail rail directly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou choose the variant suitable for your optic's mounting interface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou reduce unnecessary mounting height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou maintain a more natural and ergonomic shooting position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"compare-box\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect on 16 mm vs. Adapter Solution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n❌ Adapters increase the sight line and create additional clamping points\u003cbr\u003e\n✔ AKM 16 mm works directly on the matching dovetail rail\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEspecially for hunting firearms, a low, stable mount is more important than maximum universality.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUnderstanding Mounting Height\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor many Recknagel mounts, the mounting height describes the distance from the mount base to the bottom edge of the scope's main tube. It is not automatically the optical center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery low mounting height:\u003c\/strong\u003e close to the barrel axis, good cheek weld, but little clearance for large objectives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium mounting height:\u003c\/strong\u003e usually sensible for classic hunting scopes with 50–56 mm objectives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh mounting height:\u003c\/strong\u003e sensible for large objectives, thick barrels, or when additional front attachments\/accessories require clearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a rule of thumb: as low as possible, as high as necessary. The decisive factor is always the real outer diameter of the objective, not just the nominal specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVariants – Selecting the Right 16 mm Dovetail\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, check if your firearm actually has a 16mm dovetail. Then select the optic interface and mounting height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eØ 30 mm, Height 15.0 mm – \u003cspan\u003eSKU 43030-1500\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eØ 1 inch \/ 26 mm, Height 14.0 mm, without support – \u003cspan\u003eSKU 44026-0500\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eØ 1 inch \/ 26 mm, Height 19.0 mm, without support – \u003cspan\u003eSKU 44026-1000\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eØ 1 inch \/ 26 mm, Height 27.0 mm, without support – \u003cspan\u003eSKU 44026-1800\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eØ 30 mm, Height 14.0 mm, without support – \u003cspan\u003eSKU 44030-0500\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eØ 30 mm, Height 19.0 mm, without support – \u003cspan\u003eSKU 44030-1000\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eØ 30 mm, Height 27.0 mm, without support – \u003cspan\u003eSKU 44030-1800\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eØ 34 mm, Height 14.0 mm, without support – \u003cspan\u003eSKU 44034-0500\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eØ 34 mm, Height 19.0 mm, without support – \u003cspan\u003eSKU 44034-1000\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eØ 34 mm, Height 27.0 mm, without support – \u003cspan\u003eSKU 44034-1800\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eØ 36 mm, Height 14.0 mm, without support – \u003cspan\u003eSKU 44036-0500\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eØ 36 mm, Height 19.0 mm, without support – \u003cspan\u003eSKU 44036-1000\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eØ 36 mm, Height 27.0 mm, without support – \u003cspan\u003eSKU 44036-1800\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eØ 40 mm, Height 14.0 mm, without support – \u003cspan\u003eSKU 44040-0500\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eØ 40 mm, Height 19.0 mm, without support – \u003cspan\u003eSKU 44040-1000\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrism 45°, Height 15.0 mm, without support – \u003cspan\u003eSKU 44045-0600\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwarovski SR, Height 14.0 mm, without support – \u003cspan\u003eSKU 44053-0500\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrism 70°, without support – Version 0400 – \u003cspan\u003eSKU 44070-0400\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrism 70°, without support – Version 0900 – \u003cspan\u003eSKU 44070-0900\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"tip-box\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Scenario: Classic Ranch Rifle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFor a classic hunting rifle with a dovetail rail, you often want to mount a 42–56mm scope low, but with sufficient objective clearance. Don't choose the height too narrowly – objective covers and barrel contour need reserve.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecknagel AKM pivot mount for 16mm dovetail rails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariants for 26 mm, 30 mm, 34 mm, 36 mm, and 40 mm depending on selection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRail variants for 45°, 70°, and Swarovski SR depending on the optic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarious mounting heights for hunting and sports optics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional direct mount without a Picatinny detour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is it suitable for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHunters:\u003c\/strong\u003e if a classic firearm with a 16mm dovetail is used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOwners of European hunting optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e if rail-mounted optics need to be cleanly mounted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGunsmiths:\u003c\/strong\u003e if the interface and mounting height need to be precisely selected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSport shooters:\u003c\/strong\u003e if a stable dovetail rail mount is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Mounting Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMounts are precision components. Before purchase, the weapon system, rail\/dovetail dimensions, tube diameter, mounting height, and optic interface must fit exactly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThoroughly degrease mounting surfaces, tighten screws according to manufacturer\/gunsmith specifications, and check the point of impact after mounting. This text does not replace professional mounting inspection.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs 16 mm the same as Picatinny?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. 16 mm dovetail and Picatinny are different interfaces. This mount is designed for 16mm dovetail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does the mounting height in the variant mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt describes the mounting height and affects objective clearance, cheek weld, and sight line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I mount rail optics?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, if the selected variant matches the respective optic rail, e.g., 45°, 70°, or Swarovski SR.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Recknagel AKM 16 mm is a high-quality rifle scope mount for firearms with a 16mm dovetail, where direct fit and clean mounting height are crucial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Recknagel","offers":[{"title":"Ø 30 mm, height 15.0 mm","offer_id":57030477087068,"sku":"43030-1500","price":157.4,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 1 inch \/ 26 mm, height 14.0 mm, without support","offer_id":57030477119836,"sku":"44026-0500","price":202.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 1 inch \/ 26 mm, height 19.0 mm, without support","offer_id":57030477152604,"sku":"44026-1000","price":202.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 1 inch \/ 26 mm, height 27.0 mm, without support","offer_id":57030477185372,"sku":"44026-1800","price":202.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 30 mm, height 14.0 mm, without support","offer_id":57030477218140,"sku":"44030-0500","price":202.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 30 mm, height 19.0 mm, without support","offer_id":57030477250908,"sku":"44030-1000","price":202.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 30 mm, height 27.0 mm, without support","offer_id":57030477283676,"sku":"44030-1800","price":202.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 34 mm, height 14.0 mm, without support","offer_id":57030477316444,"sku":"44034-0500","price":202.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 34 mm, height 19.0 mm, no support","offer_id":57030477349212,"sku":"44034-1000","price":202.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 34 mm, height 27.0 mm, without support","offer_id":57030477381980,"sku":"44034-1800","price":202.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 36 mm, height 14.0 mm, without support","offer_id":57030477414748,"sku":"44036-0500","price":202.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 36 mm, height 19.0 mm, without support","offer_id":57030477447516,"sku":"44036-1000","price":202.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 36 mm, height 27.0 mm, without support","offer_id":57030477480284,"sku":"44036-1800","price":202.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 40 mm, height 14.0 mm, without support","offer_id":57030477513052,"sku":"44040-0500","price":202.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 40 mm, height 19.0 mm, without support","offer_id":57030477545820,"sku":"44040-1000","price":202.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Prism 45°, height 15.0 mm, no support","offer_id":57030477578588,"sku":"44045-0600","price":202.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Swarovski SR, height 14.0 mm, without support","offer_id":57030477611356,"sku":"44053-0500","price":202.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Prism 70°, no support – Version 0400","offer_id":57030477644124,"sku":"44070-0400","price":202.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Prism 70°, without support – Version 0900","offer_id":57030477676892,"sku":"44070-0900","price":202.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/6089\/6860\/files\/c945c223f0ee2798cee725d5f01f4e48.webp?v=1777457809","url":"https:\/\/black-raptor.de\/en\/products\/recknagel-akm-16-mm","provider":"Black Raptor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}