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Picatinny Base Stock - 5.7'''' Picatinny Base Stock
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SKU: 100000682
Overview
This aluminum base is intended for building a custom mounting platform when a standard setup does not fit the job. Its precision-machined cross slots are designed to accept Picatinny-spec optical sights, night vision devices, and compatible rings for scope mounting, making it useful for tactical and sporting applications alike. The wide, flat profile provides a practical foundation for tailoring accessory placement to a specific firearm or setup. Finished in black anodizing, it offers a straightforward, purpose-built option for hunters and shooters who need flexibility in how they configure their optics and accessories.
Why Hunters Choose the Atlas Metal Parts
6061 Aluminum
Black anodized finish
Wide, Flat
Base supports custom mounting applications
Precision Machined
Cross slots for Picatinny-spec accessories
Accepts Picatinny
Weaver-style rings for scope mounting
Compact 5.7-inch
Length for versatile base setups
Key Features
- 6-inch aluminum stock for creating custom accessory and optics mounts
- Wide, flat base supports unique mounting applications
- Precision machined cross slots accept Picatinny-spec sights, night vision devices, and accessories
- Compatible with Picatinny and separate Weaver-style rings for scope mounting
- 6061 aluminum construction with black anodized finish
- 5.7-inch length, 1-inch width, and 5/8-inch height base
Best Used For
- Hunters building custom accessory mounts for rifles with Picatinny-compatible hardware
- Users needing a flat aluminum base for tailored optics or night vision setups
- Sporting shooters fitting Picatinny or Weaver-style rings to a custom platform
- Field users who want a compact 5.7-inch base for application-specific mounting
Specifications
| Base Type | wide, flat base |
|---|---|
| Blade Finish | black anodized |
| Compatible With | Picatinny-spec optical sights, night vision devices, Picatinny rings, Weaver-style rings |
| Height | 5/8" (16mm) |
| Length | 5.7" (14.2cm) |
| Material | 6061 aluminum |
| Slot Spacing | .394" (10mm) |
| Width | 1" (2.5cm) |
Pros
- 6061 aluminum construction with black anodized finish
- Wide, flat base supports custom mounting applications
- Precision machined cross slots for Picatinny-spec accessories
- Accepts Picatinny and Weaver-style rings for scope mounting
- Compact 5.7-inch length for versatile base setups
- Suitable for optical sights, night vision devices, and other accessories
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed as a base stock for custom mounting, so it requires your own application-specific setup rather than offering a finished, ready-to-use mount.
- The 5.7-inch length and 1-inch width provide a compact footprint, which may limit how much mounting space is available for larger or multiple accessories.
- It is specified as 6061 aluminum with a black anodized finish, so fit and finish will depend on the installation and the surrounding hardware used.
- The 10mm slot spacing is fixed to the listed specification, so accessory placement is constrained by that pattern.
Suggested Comparisons
- Picatinny rail base
- Scope mounting rail
- Optics mounting platform
- Accessory mounting base
Suggested Accessories
- Picatinny rings
- Optics mount
- Night vision device mount
- Scope mounting accessories
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this Picatinny base stock intended for?
It is designed to help create custom accessory and optics bases for tactical and sporting applications.
What accessories can it accept?
The precision machined cross slots accept Picatinny-spec optical sights, night vision devices, and other accessories, plus Picatinny and separate Weaver-style rings for scope mounting.
What are the listed material and finish details?
The provided specifications list 6061 aluminum with a black anodized finish.
What are the listed dimensions?
The base stock is listed as 5.7 inches long, 1 inch wide, and 5/8 inch high, with .394 inch (10 mm) slot spacing.
Is this a complete mount or a base for custom work?
It is a six-inch-long aluminum stock with a wide, flat base meant for creating unique mounts to fit different applications, so it is a base for custom work rather than a finished, application-specific mount.