Zeiss Rail Mount System

[charliefox]

Apologies if this has been asked before but I can't find anything relevant through the search facility...

I am in the fortunate position of being able to consider some new glass for my rifle, a BSA Monarch. I'm looking at the Zeiss range, specifically those scopes with the Rail Mount System.

I would appreciate the thoughts of people who chose the rail mount over standard rings for their rifle - why?

Also, there seems to be a real lack on information (that I can find) on the internet regarding bases and mounts for the Rail System. Could someone please point me towards a manufacturer or website that would sell all the parts necessary to mount the scope to the Monarch?

Many thanks in advance.

 

[dodgyrog]

I've got several mounted with APEL (EAW) mounts - highly recommended.

 

[Peter Eaton]

I have a rail mount on my Z6i, was sceptical before I recieved the scope but now it is fitted it is rock solid, if it was like mine to mount thought just be prepared for a bit of head scratching, there were quite a few bit n bobs n shims to put in place but worth it in the end...dont forget to thread lock it all...you wont want to do it again ))

 

[Bavarianbrit]

Also i"ve got several guns mounted with Zeiss and EAW swing off mounts - highly recommended
I am not sure if they do a fixed mount system for an old monarch. The scope is so easy to transfer to other guns though without showing any scratches that the swing offs make it worthwhile.
Martin