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#38 Swan Sleeve Std Optic Mounting System
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SKU: 430117371
Overview
This optic mounting system is designed to add a raised rail while helping protect the rifle dovetail rail. Its receiver-length profile makes it a practical option for setups that need a compact, integrated mounting solution. The rear-leaning sight design is intended to fold in the proper direction if dropped, supporting zero retention and dependable use. For hunters and shooters building a rifle around a standard receiver-length mount, it offers a straightforward, purpose-built platform from A.R.M.S., Inc.
Why Hunters Choose the A.R.M.S.,Inc
Raises Rail
By 1/2, providing additional optic
Protects Rifle
Dovetail rail during use and
Rear-leaning Sight
Design folds in the correct
Receiver-length 38l-std
Profile fits the length of
100% Made
In the USA by A.R.M.S.,
Key Features
- Raises the rail by 1/2 inch while protecting the rifle dovetail rail.
- Sight leans to the rear for folding in the correct direction if dropped.
- Designed to help maintain zero for accuracy.
- Intended to provide longer trouble-free service life.
- 38L-Std is the length of the receiver.
- Made in the USA by A.R.M.S., Inc.
Best Used For
- Hunters mounting optics on rifles with a dovetail rail they want protected.
- Users needing a raised rail setup for optic installation on the receiver.
- Rifle owners who prefer a folding sight that leans rearward when dropped.
- Those wanting a receiver-length mounting system for a streamlined fit.
Specifications
| Length | Just the length of the receiver |
|---|---|
| Mount Type | Optic Mounting System |
| Rail Height Increase | 1/2a ^2 |
| Rail Protection | Protects the rifle dovetail rail |
| Sight Fold Direction | Rearward |
Pros
- Raises the rail by 1/2, providing additional optic mounting height.
- Protects the rifle dovetail rail during use and installation.
- Rear-leaning sight design folds in the correct direction if dropped.
- Receiver-length 38L-Std profile fits the length of the receiver.
- 100% made in the USA by A.R.M.S., Inc.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Raises the rail by 1/2a ^2, so it changes optic height rather than keeping the original sight line unchanged.
- The 38L-Std is just the length of the receiver, so fit is limited to that configuration.
- The rearward-leaning sight design is intended to fold in the correct direction if dropped, which adds a specific mechanical feature but also makes the system more specialized than a simple fixed mount.
- Product data does not provide detailed compatibility, so rifle fit should be verified before purchase.
Suggested Comparisons
- Rifle optic mounting systems
- Rifle rail adapters
- Receiver-length optic rails
Suggested Accessories
- Optic mount
- Rifle dovetail rail accessory
- Backup iron sight
- Mounting hardware
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the #38 Swan Sleeve Std Optic Mounting System designed to do?
It is an optic mounting system that raises the rail by 1/2a ^2 and is described as protecting the rifle dovetail rail.
Is the 38L-Std full length or receiver length?
The source says the 38L-Std is just the length of the receiver.
Does this mounting system include any information about the optic type it fits?
The provided data does not specify a particular optic type or compatibility details beyond being an optic mounting system.
What happens if the sight is dropped?
The description says the sight leans to the rear so it folds in the correct direction if dropped, with the stated goal of maintaining zero.
Where is this product made?
The source states that it is 100% made in the USA.