Best Scope Rings for Picatinny & Weaver Rails

Welcome to the definitive guide and directory for finding the best scope rings for Picatinny rail systems. A rifle is only as accurate as its sighting system, and the critical link between your scope and your rifle is the scope rings. Choosing high-quality, reliable rings is one of the most important investments you can make for precision and consistency.

This page will serve as your guide to selecting the perfect hardware and as a directory to find the exact rings you need from our extensive, American-made collection. Whether you're looking for the best rifle scope mounts for a new build or upgrading your current setup, we have the solution.

How to Choose the Best Scope Rings: An Informational Guide

With so many options, how do you find the right ones? The best scope mounts are those that fit your scope, your rifle, and your shooting style perfectly. Let's break down the key factors to consider.

1. Match Your Scope Tube Diameter

The first and most crucial step is to match the ring diameter to your scope's main tube diameter. Using the wrong size will prevent proper mounting and can damage your optic. The most common sizes are 1-inch, 30mm, and 34mm.

2. Determine the Correct Ring Height

Ring height determines how high your scope sits above the rifle's bore. The goal is to mount the scope as low as possible without the objective lens (the front bell) touching the barrel. To find which ring will work best for you, take a look at our scope ring height guide:

Ultimate Guide to Scope Ring Height

3. Consider Your Application and Firearm

The right rings also depend on what you're shooting and how you're shooting it.

• Best Scope Rings for Heavy Recoil: For magnum calibers, you need rings that won't shift. Our HD Tactical rings are built for maximum clamping force.
• Best Lightweight Scope Rings: When every ounce matters, our Practical and Keystone series offer a secure hold without unnecessary weight.
• Best Scope Rings for Bolt Action Rifles: Our Keystone rings are renowned for their alignment and machining quality, ensuring a stress-free mount.
• Best Scope Rings for Long Range Shooting: This discipline requires absolute stability. The superior materials of our HD Tactical and Keystone rings make them ideal.
• Best Budget Scope Rings: Our Practical Aluminum Rings are an excellent choice for shooters looking for good scope rings that are reliable and made in the USA.

4. Rail Compatibility: Weaver vs. Picatinny

Important: All of our Keystone and Practical scope rings are versatile and designed to fit perfectly on both Weaver and Picatinny rails. Our heavy-duty HD Tactical Rings are built to mil-spec dimensions and fit exclusively on Picatinny rails.

5. Advanced Solutions: The EGW Piggyback System

Ever find yourself needing to engage a close-range target while using a high-magnification scope? Our innovative Piggyback Red Dot System is the perfect solution. It allows you to mount a mini red dot sight directly on top of your scope, giving you the best of both worlds: precision at distance and speed up close.

This system consists of a replacement top-half for your scope ring or a stand alone tube ring, which is pre-drilled to accept one of our universal red dot adapter plates. We offer mounts for popular red dot footprints like the Trijicon RMR, Leoupold Delta Point Pro, Shield RMSC, and Docter/Burris patterns, ensuring a secure, streamlined fit for your chosen optic.

Ideal for 3-gun competitors, law enforcement, or any shooter who demands versatility, the EGW Piggyback System ensures you're prepared for any scenario without adding significant bulk to your rifle.

EGW Scope Rings Directory: Find Your Perfect Match

Now that you know what to look for, use this directory to find the specific rings for your setup. Please note the rail compatibility for each ring series.

Why Choose EGW?

For decades, EGW has been a leader in precision-machined firearm components. Our best rifle scope rings are no exception.

• Made in the USA: Designed and manufactured in Quakertown, Pennsylvania.
• Superior Materials: Machined from solid 6061 T6 aircraft-grade aluminum for maximum strength.
• Precision Fit: Engineered to the tightest tolerances for a perfect grip on your scope and rail.

Your search for the best scope rings ends here. Browse our selection today and experience the confidence that comes from a rock-solid optic mounting system. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact our expert team for assistance.