The Weaver Multi-Slot Base, Savage 10 Short Action, 8-40 Screws (Weaver part no. 48343) is a one-piece multi-slot scope base for the Savage 10 short action with 8-40 screws. Weaver machines its multi-slot bases from lightweight aluminum meant to hold up to powerful recoil, and the cross-lock channel accepts all Weaver cross-lock rings. The multi-slot top supports scopes, red dots and laser sights and lets you set eye relief where it suits you. Weaver builds it in the USA, and it is fully compatible with Weaver Top Mount Rings. It suits a Savage 10 short-action rifle.

Key Specifications

• It is made for the Savage 10 short action, the fit Weaver lists for this part number.
• Weaver’s list for this part also names the 10 BA Stealth, 10 BA Stealth Evolution and 10 GRS.
• It uses 8-40 base screws, the thread size Weaver labels for this Savage 10 short-action base.
• This is a one-piece multi-slot base, a single piece of aluminum that carries the whole optic mount.
• Construction is lightweight aluminum built to take the recoil of even powerful loads.
• The cross-lock channel accepts all Weaver cross-lock rings, and the base is fully compatible with Weaver Top Mount Rings.
• The multi-slot design supports scopes, red dots and laser sights, with room to set eye relief where it suits you.
• It is made in the USA by Weaver.
• Weaver’s torque guidance for base screws is 15 inch-pounds for 6-48 screws and 18 inch-pounds for 8-40 screws, so setting the torque wrench to the right figure keeps the base from shifting.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which rings work with this base? The cross-lock channel accepts all Weaver cross-lock rings, and Weaver Top Mount Rings are fully compatible.

Which firearms does this multi-slot base fit? Weaver lists it for the Savage 10 short action with 8-40 screws.

What torque should I use on the base screws? Weaver recommends 15 inch-pounds on 6-48 screws and 18 inch-pounds on 8-40 screws.

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