Product Preview: Warne Scope Mounts X-SKEL Gen II

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posted on July 26, 2017
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Warne’s X-SKEL, now in its second generation, is a lightweight scope mount designed to present the optic at the ideal height for use atop a modern sporting rifle. Machined from 6061 aluminum, the X-SKEL Gen II features a cantilever design to provide additional eye relief, and a one-piece side clamp for ease of installation and a repeatable zero. Available in Black, OD Green, Dark Earth, Blue, Red and Zombie Green. Price: $135 (1", 30 mm), $180 (34 mm). Contact: Warne Scope Mounts; (800) 683-5590; warnescopemounts.com.

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