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product_id: 11653897
title: "American Defense AD-RECON 30 STD Riflescope Optic Mount, Black"
brand: "american defense mfg."
price: "$719"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 6
category: "American Defense Mfg."
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/11653897-american-defense-ad-recon-30-std-riflescope-optic-mount-black
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# Precision cantilever eye relief Tool-free quick adjustments Mil-Spec anodized durability American Defense AD-RECON 30 STD Riflescope Optic Mount, Black

**Brand:** american defense mfg.
**Price:** $719
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎯 Lock in precision, unlock your potential.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** American Defense AD-RECON 30 STD Riflescope Optic Mount, Black by american defense mfg.
- **How much does it cost?** $719 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/11653897-american-defense-ad-recon-30-std-riflescope-optic-mount-black)

## Best For

- american defense mfg. enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted american defense mfg. brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Universal Compatibility:** Fits scopes with objective housings up to 2.2 inches and adapts to in-spec and out-of-spec rails.
- • **Customizable Locking Lever:** Configure lever to lock front or rear, ensuring maximum rail engagement and security.
- • **Precision Cantilever Design:** Throws your scope forward for perfect eye relief and optimal cheek weld comfort.
- • **Rock-Solid Mil-Spec Durability:** Crafted from 6061 T6 aluminum with hard coat T3 anodizing for unmatched resilience.
- • **Effortless Tool-Free Adjustments:** Adjust with your finger or flat blade screwdriver—no proprietary tools needed.

## Overview

The American Defense AD-RECON 30 STD Riflescope Optic Mount is a premium, precision-machined cantilever mount made from durable 6061 T6 aluminum with Mil-Spec anodizing. It features a patented quick-detach auto-lock lever system that requires no proprietary tools, offers customizable locking positions, and ensures rock-solid, repeatable mounting for scopes with up to 2.2-inch objective housings. Designed for AR-style rifles, it provides ideal eye relief and superior rail engagement, making it a top choice for professionals seeking reliable, high-performance optic mounting.

## Description

The AD-RECON mount is made for putting high power glass onto a flattop style gun. The cantilever throws the scope out front, allowing you to get the right eye relief. It is precision machined from 6061 T6 aluminum and finished in hard coat T3 Mil-Spec anodize. It features the Patented QD Auto Lock Lever system to accommodate both in spec and out of spec rail systems.

Review: LaRue who? save $50! Buy ADM! - **mar 21,2017 update below** An excellent,rock solid mount for AR type rifles. Excellent quality,very well made and smooth in operation. Slightly heavier than the very lightest mounts available but not too heavy. Well worth the xtra bucks over the typical lower quality and featureless mounts in the sub-$100 range and night & day difference over the low quality quick detach mounts in the sub-$50 class. Most of those are designed for airsoft guns btw. I know they seem decent but they are made from inferior materials and are not properly heat treated. Dont waste your money on those! This ADM is the REAL thing! The American Defense AD recon 30 std is very well made and finished with a good looking,durable anodizing that matches my FN AR-15 perfectly. It mounted my Primary Arms 1-8× 24 mm ACSS scope quickly,easily and securely. A very good optic btw. The mount is designed to allow for variations in scope and rail tolerances and provides rock solid and repeatable mounting. The quick detach lever clamps are spring loaded making removal/reinstallation fast and positive and the levers have a smart,secure and easy to use locking system. The tension adjustments are fast and easy to adjust allowing 8) positions per revolution. My rear lever is either slightly too tight or too loose depending on how ive adjusted it however. I expect it will loosen up with time though. This mount wont chew up your rails like some do. A great design. The mount has just about perfect eye relief for my application and height above rail is ideal for my setup. It just does clear my Magpul MBUS rear sight when folded with about 1/8" (3mm for you infidels) to spare. This is perfect for a good cheek weld but does crowd the charging handle a bit with my preferred mount location as all mounts of this height will. Also my front sight frame is quite visible and prominent at 1-3x with this mount height and my scope. It dissapears above 3x however and doesnt really affect me anyway as i use this scope like a red-dot/reflex,illuminated at 1x and then crank to 8x for everything else. After mounting up my first trip to my local indoor 25 meter range saw my groups shrink to 1/8" for 3-rounds .Return to zero seems 100%. As good as any quick detach mount out there. Ill hit the 100-800 meter range as soon as weather clears here in Atlanta. Ill update with any pertinent info if necessary. Overall an excellent product and one i fully and highly recommend. Theres no need to spend more,this is one of the best quick detach mounts on the market and $50 less than compareable products. No complaints,only praise. Extremely highly recommended! **update** I bought another 1 for my excellent Primary Arms 4-14x ACSS R-grid scope I also just ordered. The 2nd mount is exactly like the 1st. Simply superb and the best bargain in USA produced mounts available.
Review: I am glad I did and this is now my go-to - I now order these for every scope I put on. This is my third. I have tried a few others and thought it was time to spend a little more money for a nicer mount for a nicer scope. I am glad I did and this is now my go-to. I have had several of the Burris mounts, and while they are ok for the money, these are a huge step up in quality. They are beefy and rock solid. I'm not sure why it took me so long to try these out. They are popular with the precision guys. I will be replacing all my mounts with these in the coming months. It sits high enough to clear rear BUIS on an AR and forward enough to get good eye relief. These and LaRue and the highest quality single piece mounts I have seen. The QD locks down good and tight. It is adjustable in case your rails are a little out of spec. Great mount and I am glad I went this route.

## Features

- Does not require proprietary tools for adjustment
- Can be adjusted with your finger or a flat blade screwdriver
- Lever can be configured to lock to the front or the rear
- Superior clamping surface to insure maximum rail engagement
- The AD-Recon works with scopes with Objective Housings as large as 2.2 inch

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B002E6USZK |
| Best Sellers Rank | #106,809 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #167 in Airsoft Gun Scope Mounts |
| Brand | American Defense Mfg. |
| Brand Name | American Defense Mfg. |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Handgun, Rifle |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (742) |
| Date First Available | April 20, 2009 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00818503010606 |
| Hand Orientation | Left/Right |
| Included Components | Precision machined from 6061 T6 Aluminum |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 4 x 4 x 4 inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 7.76 x 3.35 x 2.32 inches |
| Item Weight | 8.4 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | American Defense Mfg |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Model Name | AD-RECON 30 STD Riflescop |
| Model Year | 2016 |
| Mounting Type | Cantilever Mount |
| Night vision | No |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 55.88 Millimeters |
| Package Weight | 0.28 Kilograms |
| Part Number | AD-RECON 30 STD |
| Reticle Type | Duplex |
| Sport | Hunting |
| Style | sporting-optic-mounts |
| Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
| Thread Type | Picatinny/Weaver |
| UPC | 700686302404 784427815897 818503010606 |
| Warranty Description | Contact manufacturer |
| Weight | 11 ounces |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** American Defense Mfg.
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Handgun, Rifle
- **Item Weight:** 8.4 Ounces
- **Material:** Aluminum
- **Mounting Type:** Cantilever Mount
- **Night vision:** No
- **Objective Lens Diameter:** 55.88 Millimeters
- **Sport:** Hunting
- **Style:** sporting-optic-mounts

## Images

![American Defense AD-RECON 30 STD Riflescope Optic Mount, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41pL4BqQ7IL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: why does the photo have three screws?**
A: Hello,Amazon controls the photos on the listings.  Our main website, eurooptic.com has accurate images.

**Q: will this mount be high enough to clear a standard picatinny rail with a 50mm scope**
A: Yes, I have a 40mm scope on my AR, and it has over 1/2 inch clearance between scope and rail.

**Q: Is this mount 0 MOA ?**
A: Not sure I am following the question - kindly trust the following will assist:  "0 MOA" refers to accuracy of a scope as opposed to the scope-mount.  AD-RECON mount is dependent upon the rail to which said scope is attached; and second, the scope itself.  The scope, after the scope is mounted should be sighted in to preference (e.g., 100 yards, 200 years & so on).  Every mount should follow the manufacturers instructions to mount to a fire arm.  In short, all mounts are designed to align to the rail for accuracy, but are not characterized as "0 MOA."  Scopes are characterized as "0 MOA."

**Q: Seller - I need this in 1 inch but with Prime 2day delivery?? Would inserts work in the 30mm if you don't have it in 1" Thnx**
A: i would not

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ LaRue who? save $50! Buy ADM!
*by W***K on December 13, 2016*

**mar 21,2017 update below** An excellent,rock solid mount for AR type rifles. Excellent quality,very well made and smooth in operation. Slightly heavier than the very lightest mounts available but not too heavy. Well worth the xtra bucks over the typical lower quality and featureless mounts in the sub-$100 range and night & day difference over the low quality quick detach mounts in the sub-$50 class. Most of those are designed for airsoft guns btw. I know they seem decent but they are made from inferior materials and are not properly heat treated. Dont waste your money on those! This ADM is the REAL thing! The American Defense AD recon 30 std is very well made and finished with a good looking,durable anodizing that matches my FN AR-15 perfectly. It mounted my Primary Arms 1-8× 24 mm ACSS scope quickly,easily and securely. A very good optic btw. The mount is designed to allow for variations in scope and rail tolerances and provides rock solid and repeatable mounting. The quick detach lever clamps are spring loaded making removal/reinstallation fast and positive and the levers have a smart,secure and easy to use locking system. The tension adjustments are fast and easy to adjust allowing 8) positions per revolution. My rear lever is either slightly too tight or too loose depending on how ive adjusted it however. I expect it will loosen up with time though. This mount wont chew up your rails like some do. A great design. The mount has just about perfect eye relief for my application and height above rail is ideal for my setup. It just does clear my Magpul MBUS rear sight when folded with about 1/8" (3mm for you infidels) to spare. This is perfect for a good cheek weld but does crowd the charging handle a bit with my preferred mount location as all mounts of this height will. Also my front sight frame is quite visible and prominent at 1-3x with this mount height and my scope. It dissapears above 3x however and doesnt really affect me anyway as i use this scope like a red-dot/reflex,illuminated at 1x and then crank to 8x for everything else. After mounting up my first trip to my local indoor 25 meter range saw my groups shrink to 1/8" for 3-rounds .Return to zero seems 100%. As good as any quick detach mount out there. Ill hit the 100-800 meter range as soon as weather clears here in Atlanta. Ill update with any pertinent info if necessary. Overall an excellent product and one i fully and highly recommend. Theres no need to spend more,this is one of the best quick detach mounts on the market and $50 less than compareable products. No complaints,only praise. Extremely highly recommended! **update** I bought another 1 for my excellent Primary Arms 4-14x ACSS R-grid scope I also just ordered. The 2nd mount is exactly like the 1st. Simply superb and the best bargain in USA produced mounts available.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I am glad I did and this is now my go-to
*by J***J on June 21, 2016*

I now order these for every scope I put on. This is my third. I have tried a few others and thought it was time to spend a little more money for a nicer mount for a nicer scope. I am glad I did and this is now my go-to. I have had several of the Burris mounts, and while they are ok for the money, these are a huge step up in quality. They are beefy and rock solid. I'm not sure why it took me so long to try these out. They are popular with the precision guys. I will be replacing all my mounts with these in the coming months. It sits high enough to clear rear BUIS on an AR and forward enough to get good eye relief. These and LaRue and the highest quality single piece mounts I have seen. The QD locks down good and tight. It is adjustable in case your rails are a little out of spec. Great mount and I am glad I went this route.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good scope mount
*by B***Y on July 18, 2024*

Definitely a good mount hold solid and strong. Easy to mount the scope and easy to mount on the rifle. It’s expensive but definitely worth it for a solid mount. You can’t hold any zero with crap equipment. Definitely solid!!

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