The Weaver Top Mount Base – Browning AB3 (8-40) Matte (Blister) is a scope base manufactured by Weaver (part no. 48481). It is designed to fit Browning AB3 (8-40 screw spacing) rifles. Construction features lightweight aluminum with a matte finish. It uses a Weaver cross-lock top-mount mounting system.

Key Specifications

• This scope base is manufactured by Weaver.
• Designed to fit Browning AB3 (8-40 screw spacing) rifles.
• Uses a Weaver cross-lock top-mount mounting system.
• Constructed from lightweight aluminum.
• Finished in a matte finish.
• Ships configured as a front/rear matched pair.
• Measures approximately 5.45 inches in overall length.
• The cross-lock channel is sized to accept the full range of Weaver cross-lock rings, not just a single proprietary ring line.
• Sold as a front-and-rear matched pair engineered specifically for the Browning AB3 action, rather than a universal-fit base.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this scope base fit? This listing is designed to fit Browning AB3 (8-40 screw spacing) rifles; always confirm against your firearm’s exact model and receiver markings before ordering.

How is this scope base built? It uses a Weaver cross-lock top-mount mounting system, lightweight aluminum, a matte finish.

How is this scope base packaged? It ships configured as a front/rear matched pair.

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