Leupold 2-Piece Standard Base Matte Black for Weatherby M…

Product Overview

For the discerning shooter seeking a rock-solid foundation for their optics, the Leupold 2-Piece Standard Base in Matte Black for the Weatherby Mark V Lightweight rifle is a purpose-built mounting solution. This base is not merely an accessory; it is the critical interface between your rifle and your scope, responsible for maintaining zero and ensuring long-term reliability. Engineered specifically for the contours and screw spacing of the Weatherby Mark V Lightweight action, this two-piece steel base provides a permanent, ultra-stable platform for mounting Leupold and other premium scope rings. It is designed for hunters, precision shooters, and outdoor enthusiasts who demand a no-compromise mount that performs in demanding conditions, from the backcountry to the competition bench. Its primary function is to deliver unwavering scope alignment, shot after shot, by leveraging the inherent strength of steel and precision machining.

Key Features

• Model-Specific Engineering: Precisely machined to match the receiver contour and screw spacing of the Weatherby Mark V Lightweight rifle, ensuring a perfect, gap-free fit that eliminates stress points and enhances stability.
• All-Steel Construction: Forged from high-strength steel, this base provides superior rigidity compared to aluminum alternatives. This material choice is critical for resisting the torsional forces of heavy recoil and maintaining consistent scope alignment over the long term.
• Non-Reflective Matte Black Finish: The durable matte black finish minimizes light reflection, preventing glare that could compromise your sight picture or alert game during critical moments in the field.
• Two-Piece Design: Offers optimal balance by providing a secure mounting footprint while minimizing weight and preserving the rifle’s streamlined profile. This design also allows for easier access to the ejection port for clearing any potential malfunctions.
• Maximized Internal Adjustment: By providing a level and true mounting surface, this base allows your scope to utilize its full internal windage and elevation adjustment range, enabling precise zeroing and optimal long-range performance.
• Foundation for Leupold Rings: Designed as the first component in Leupold’s proven mounting system, this base is the ideal starting point for pairing with Leupold Standard or PRW rings to create a seamless, integrated mount.

Performance & Applications

The performance of any rifle-and-optic system is fundamentally limited by the quality of its mounting hardware. The Leupold 2-Piece Standard Base is built to be forgotten—in the best possible way. Once installed and torqued to specification, it becomes a permanent, reliable part of your rifle’s architecture.

For the big-game hunter pursuing elk, moose, or bear with a Weatherby Mark V, this base’s steel construction is essential. It manages the significant recoil of magnum cartridges, ensuring the scope returns to true zero even after miles of rough travel and repeated shots. The matte finish blends seamlessly with the rifle and environment, a crucial detail for stalk-and-ambush scenarios.

For the precision shooter or handloader working on load development or engaging targets at extended ranges, the base’s role in maintaining consistent mechanical zero is paramount. Its rigidity ensures that any change in point of impact is a result of ammunition or shooter input, not a shifting base. The two-piece design also facilitates the use of a bubble level on the flat rear base section, aiding in cant-free shooting for improved accuracy.

About Leupold

Leupold & Stevens, Inc. is an American-owned and operated company that has been defining the standard for optical performance and ruggedness since 1907. Born in the Pacific Northwest, Leupold products are tested in some of the world’s most unforgiving environments, a philosophy deeply embedded in their engineering process. The company’s authority in the mounting category stems from a simple principle: the finest riflescope in the world is only as good as its mount. Leupold designs and manufactures their bases and rings with the same meticulous attention to detail, material science, and quality control as their legendary optics. This vertical integration and in-house expertise (E-E-A-T) ensure that every component in the system is optimized to work together, providing shooters with a solution born from decades of proven experience and a commitment to lifetime durability.

Make Your Decision

Selecting a scope base is an investment in the reliability of your entire system. The Leupold 2-Piece Standard Base for the Weatherby Mark V Lightweight represents a confluence of specific fit, robust material choice, and proven design. It forgoes unnecessary complexity for straightforward, dependable performance. If your requirement is a durable, precision-machined foundation that will securely anchor your optics through years of hard use, this steel base is a definitive and rational choice. It provides the confidence that your point of aim and point of impact will remain in agreement, shot after shot, season after season.

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