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How to Install a Springfield Scope Mount

Springfield Armory scope mounts are two-point mounting systems specifically designed to mount on the Springfield M1A rifle, the civilian version of the military's M14 rifle. The latest version of the Springfield scope mount is the fourth generation; however, the instructions also apply to previous versions of Springfield scope mounts. When properly installed, your scope may appear to be mounted at a slight angle. This is by design. According to Springfield Armory, this design ensures clearance for ejecting cartridges. The elevation adjustment on the scope compensates for this angle.

Things You'll Need

Small rubber mallet
3/32-inch (or smaller) pin punch

Instructions

- 1
  Separate the stock from your M1A rifle and locate the stripper guide pin on the left side of the upper receiver, in front of the pre-installed scope-mounting hole.
- 2
  Align your pin punch with the stripper guide pin on the inside of the receiver and tap it out with your rubber mallet.
- 3
  Place your Springfield scope mount on the receiver and align the mount retention screw with the rifle's scope mounting screw hole and the mount's front hole with the stripper guide pin hole.
- 4
  Screw in the mount-retention screw and use your rubber mallet to tap in the replacement stripper guide pin -- included with the mount -- in the stripper guide pin hole.

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