The Leupold Standard STD 2-Piece Scope Base (51260) is a steel scope mounting base finished in black gloss and precision-fitted for the Browning 1885 Low Wall, giving hunters and single-shot rifle enthusiasts a dependable, low-profile optics foundation built to Leupold's American manufacturing standards.
Key Features
- Manufacturer Part Number: 51260
- Base Configuration: 2-piece
- Material: Forged steel
- Finish: Black gloss
- Firearm Fit: Browning 1885 Low Wall
- Caliber Recommendation: Standard calibers under .300 Win. Mag.
- Weight: 2.80 oz.
- Base Cant: None
- Base/Receiver Screw Torque: 22 in-lbs
- Windage Screw Torque: 45 in-lbs
- Rings Included: No
- Includes: Mounting hardware
- Ring Compatibility: Leupold STD rings in five available heights
Special Features
- The 2-piece design provides direct access to the action and ejection port of the Browning 1885 Low Wall, which is essential for smooth single-shot operation and routine maintenance without removing the base system.
- CNC-machined to exacting tolerances, each base in the set delivers consistent, repeatable scope alignment that holds zero across field conditions and seasonal temperature changes.
- The reversible and long rear base design works with standard Leupold STD rings across five different heights, giving you flexibility to match the base to a wide range of scope objective sizes and ring clearance needs.
- The black gloss finish complements the classic blued steel aesthetic of the Browning 1885 Low Wall, preserving the traditional appearance of the rifle while adding a functional optics platform.
- Mounting hardware is included in the package, so installation does not require sourcing additional screws or components separately.
Practical Benefits
- The 2-piece steel construction keeps overall weight at 2.80 oz., adding minimal mass to a rifle you carry in the field through a full day of hunting or target work.
- The precise fit engineered for the Browning 1885 Low Wall receiver eliminates the guesswork and fitment issues that come with universal or adapter-based mounting solutions.
- The compatibility with Leupold STD rings in multiple heights means you can run a wide variety of scope tube diameters and objective sizes without needing to source a new base system as your optics change.
- This base works especially well for hunters and shooters running standard rimfire and centerfire cartridges in the Low Wall platform, covering the full range of the 1885's intended chamberings.
- If you own a Browning 1885 Low Wall and want a mounting system that fits correctly the first time and holds position through repeated use, the Leupold Standard STD 2-Piece Base (51260) gives your rifle the foundation it needs to perform consistently.
The Leupold Standard STD 2-Piece Scope Base (51260) in black gloss is a solid fit for Browning 1885 Low Wall owners who want a purpose-built, forged steel mounting solution that pairs naturally with the rifle's classic lines and single-shot design.
| MANUFACTURER | LEUPOLD |