Picatinny Rails

Find the Right Picatinny Rail for Your Rifle

EGW Picatinny rails are precision CNC-machined scope bases designed for secure optic mounting and repeatable zero. Built for specific firearm models, these rails provide proper fitment and dependable performance for hunting, target shooting, competition, and long-range applications.

Quick Picatinny Rail Selection Guide

  • 0 MOA: A standard setup for hunting, target shooting, and most general-purpose rifle applications.
  • 20 MOA: Adds elevation adjustment for longer-range shooting.
  • Rail Series: Choose Standard-Duty, Heavy-Duty, or Hunter Series based on your rifle and intended use.
  • Compatibility: Designed for Picatinny rings and compatible with most Weaver-style rings.
  • Fitment: Verify your firearm manufacturer, model, action length, and mounting-hole pattern before ordering.

Shop Picatinny Rail Collections

Standard-Duty Picatinny Rails Lightweight options for hunting, target shooting, and general use Heavy-Duty Picatinny Rails Designed for demanding applications, magnum recoil, and hard use Hunter Series Picatinny Rails Lightweight, streamlined rails designed for hunting setups

Best Picatinny Rails by Rifle

Find the right Picatinny rail for your specific rifle platform. Choosing a rail designed for your firearm ensures proper fit, alignment, and long-term performance.

Remington 700 Picatinny Rails
Short action and long action rails for precision and hunting builds
Tikka T3 / T3x Picatinny Rails
Designed for proper fitment and repeatable zero on Tikka rifles
Savage Picatinny Rails
Options for Axis, 110, and other Savage platforms
Ruger Picatinny Rails
Rails for Ruger American, 10/22, and other models

Picatinny Rails Explained – Choosing the Right Rail for Your Rifle

Picatinny rail systems are the industry standard for mounting optics and accessories, including scopes, rings, bipods, and more. Understanding how these rails work and how to choose the right one will help ensure your optic stays secure and maintains zero.

What is a Picatinny Rail?

A Picatinny rail, also known as a MIL-STD-1913 rail, is a standardized mounting platform with evenly spaced cross slots. These slots allow precise and repeatable mounting of optics and accessories.

EGW Picatinny rails are CNC machined in the USA and designed for exact firearm fitment, helping ensure proper alignment and reliable performance under recoil.

Picatinny Rail vs Other Systems

  • Picatinny vs Weaver: Picatinny rails use standardized spacing for better compatibility and repeatability
  • Picatinny vs M-LOK: M-LOK is modular, but Picatinny is still preferred for optics
  • Picatinny vs KeyMod: Picatinny remains the stronger and more common optic mounting solution

Which Picatinny Rail Is Right for You?

Why Choose EGW Picatinny Rails?

Evolution Gun Works (EGW) has been designing and manufacturing precision firearm parts in Pennsylvania since 1991. Our American-made Picatinny rails are CNC-machined for specific rifle models, with an emphasis on proper fitment, consistent manufacturing, and dependable optic mounting.

We manufacture multiple rail configurations to suit different applications, including Standard Duty, Heavy Duty, and Hunter Series options. Our selection includes 0 MOA and 20 MOA configurations for compatible rifle platforms.

As both the manufacturer and a direct supplier, we provide model-specific mounting options supported by decades of machining and gunsmithing experience.

Learn more about our American manufacturing operations, company history, and the people behind our products on our Meet EGW page.

Understanding 0 MOA vs 20 MOA Rails

0 MOA rails are best for general shooting and hunting setups. 20 MOA rails provide additional elevation adjustment for long-range shooting and dialing at extended distances.

Installation Tips

  • Ensure mounting holes are clean and free of oil
  • Use proper screws (#6-48 or #8-40 depending on rifle)
  • Apply thread locker where appropriate
  • Torque screws to approximately 20 in-lbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Picatinny rail mean?
A MIL-STD-1913 standardized rail system designed for secure and repeatable mounting.

Are Picatinny rails better than Weaver?
Picatinny rails offer standardized spacing, making them more consistent and compatible.

What can be mounted on a Picatinny rail?
Scopes, rings, red dots, bipods, and other accessories.