Description
This is EGW's one-piece Picatinny rail for the large ring Mauser 98, the three-hole military pattern with the stripper clip hump. It ships undrilled, which is the whole point. Instead of forcing a factory hole spacing onto a receiver that may have been sporterized or drilled at some point in its long life, you or your gunsmith lay out the holes to match what's already on your action. That flexibility matters on surplus Mausers, since no two conversions are ever quite the same.
The base is cut from domestic 6061 T6 extruded aluminum and finished in matte black Type II anodizing, so it shrugs off handling and weather without drawing attention in the field. The 20 MOA built-in slope tilts the optic forward, giving you extra internal elevation adjustment for stretching a scope out to longer ranges. At roughly 6.67 inches long with cross slots running the full length of the rail, you get plenty of room to slide rings fore and aft and dial in your eye relief exactly where you want it.
Why the EGW Mauser 98 Rail Earns Its Keep
A relieved channel runs down the center of the rail, which trims weight and in many cases clears the way for factory iron sights underneath. It accepts any standard Picatinny or Weaver rings, so you're not locked into a proprietary setup. That makes it a practical foundation whether you're building a classic sporter or a modern precision rig on an old war horse.
Fitting the Mauser 98 Picatinny Base
Because this is the undrilled version, plan on drilling and tapping before it goes on. Mauser 98 receivers run hard and case hardened, so unless you've got the right taps, bits, and a steady setup, handing it to a competent gunsmith is the smart move. Done right, this base gives you a rock solid, repeatable scope mount that'll outlast the rest of the build.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: EGW (Evolution Gun Works)
- Manufacturer Part Number: 47026
- UPC: 841370106868
- Model: Mauser 98 Large Ring Military (3-Hole)
- Rail Type: One-Piece Picatinny (MIL-STD 1913)
- Elevation / Cant: 20 MOA
- Hole Pattern: Undrilled
- Material: Domestic 6061 T6 Extruded Aluminum
- Finish: Matte Black Type II Anodizing
- Overall Length: 6.670 in
- Rings Required: MIL-STD 1913 Picatinny (not included)
- Country of Origin: Made in USA
What’s Included
- Mauser 98 Large Ring 3-Hole Picatinny rail (20 MOA, undrilled)
- Mounting hex head screws
- Hex wrench
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this EGW Mauser 98 rail come drilled for my receiver?
No, this is the undrilled version. It arrives as a blank base so you or your gunsmith can lay out and drill the holes to match the exact pattern already on your Mauser receiver. That makes it ideal for sporterized or previously worked actions where factory hole spacing doesn't line up.
What kind of Mauser does this fit?
It's built for large ring Mauser 98 military actions with the stripper clip hump, using the three-hole pattern. If your action has been reshaped or converted, the undrilled design lets you adapt it to whatever hole layout you're working with.
Do I need a gunsmith to install it?
For most people, yes. Mauser 98 receivers are case hardened and run very hard, which makes drilling and tapping tricky without the proper taps, bits, and lubricant. If you're not set up for that kind of work, a competent gunsmith will save you a broken tap and a headache.
Will this rail work with my existing scope rings?
It uses standard MIL-STD 1913 Picatinny spacing and accepts any Picatinny or Weaver rings. Rings are not included, so you'll want to pair it with a set that matches your scope tube diameter. The full-length cross slots give you lots of room to adjust eye relief.




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