Springfield MA4GENAM M1A 1-Pc Scope Mount, Picatinny, Aluminum, Black Finish

Although removing the roll pin from the original stripper clip guide was a pain (I broke my cheap roll pin punch), the rest was super easy. Mine required zero filing. Also, after tightening and tapping to seat, it only required it once. The second round of tapping did not seat it any further. It looks great and the alignment was spot on. My only complaint is the ledge between sections could be a bit wider to aid in using the wedge type scope leveling tool. (which is much better than trying to match bubbles). Tomorrow, it’s range time to make sure everything is perfect.

Searched the reviews and looked through many web pages and finally bought the Springfield 4th Generation Mount. Great price and quick delivery through Amazon.com The M1A is just under 10 pounds and every ounce saved with ad ons helps - so that's why I went with an aluminum scope mount. I try to stay with original manufacturer parts/accessories when I can - and I am glad I did with this scope mount for my Springfield M1A Loaded. Based on the other reviews and the need for some gun-smithing to mount it, I brought the scope mount to my gun store and they mounted it for free. (Nothing like a good relationship with a local/family owned gun shop.) I switch between two scopes on this mount - one is a red dot and the second is medium range mil dot depending on if I am varmint shooting or going on a hunting trip or want to practice at the range. Both mount with low lever rings. The red dot I mount to the front rail and when I use the medium range scope it goes on both. While you will need a cheek pad for the higher eye/scope position this mount requires, it is not as inconvenient to use or apply as noted in a prior review. Both scopes work great with this mount and so far its solid and tight on my M1A after multiple visits to the range, a few scope changes and one coyote. Plus it looks great on the M1A. There are cheaper and more expensive mounts aftermarket, but the SA MA4GENAM is rock solid on the M1A and that's what I wanted from an aluminum scope mount.

The M1A in inherently difficult to use a scope on because, unlike an AR-15, its bolt assembly rotates as it moves forward after each shot creating some challenging vibrations for any scope mount. I considered 3 brands of mounts before purchasing the 4th Gen Springfield. I considered the Bassett mount which had great online reviews, but I ultimately did not go with the Bassett primarily because its often described, maybe unfairly, as only having one point of contact (I would consider it as having two points because of where it is screwed into the rifle and the protrusion that fits into the rifle's side grove}. A guy at the range one day was using one and he said it initially shook loose but eventually settled in and held tight. (I had the same experience with the Springfiled Gen 4th). I also considered the Sadlak mount which was more expensive but I had heard good things about it. After I bought the Springfield mount, I was speaking to an Range Officer who maintains M-14s for the military and mentioned if he had been buying a mount he might have gone with the Sadlak but he didn't have any strong feelings either way. The last mount I considered was the Springfield Gen 4, I went with it because of its lower cost than the Sadlak, the good reviews, 3 points of contact, and it was made by Springfield Firearms the company that also made my rifle. Installation. I had to ever so slightly file the dovetail adapter to get it to fit into the stripper clip slot (once in it fits tight) and (terminology fails me here) I discovered after I installed the mount it did not line up with the barrel. This was my mistake, when installing the mount there is a nut on the inside of the mount that adjusts to rest on the rifle allowing you to line up the the rails to the barrel. The first 20 rounds through the rifle caused the mount to come loose. I tightened it down once and it must have found its seat because it has held since. You can see down the iron sights through the mount though your left right field of vision is somewhat obscured by the mount. Also, I have put about 100 rounds through the rifle and not once did I get any indication the mount was interfering with the ejection of the spent casings. The M1A is a lot of fun with a fixed 10X scope. Given what I have learned if I had to do it again, I still get the Springfield 4th Gen mount. That's 4th Gen, NOT 3rd Gen. I hear the 4th Gen was a big improvement over the 3rd Gen. Very happy with the scope.

Seems to work ok. Sits a little high so remember to buy a check riser and I also wish it had the full length rail instead of the front and back set up. You do need to drive out the stripper clip pin to install so make sure you have a punch set. If it sat a little lower and had the full rail I’d give 5 stars.

This Mount is a good, solid, and well machined product the fits perfect and adds extra options for optics as well as gives the weapon a more tactical appearance. I am by trade a machinist, so for me, mounting this was not too much of a headache. Things you MUST have, no exceptions for their absence makes installation near impossible as well as presents the opportunity to damage the weapon or the mount, are as follows: Rubber mallet, 3/32" pin punch, bench vice with brass jaws, ball-peen hammer, triangle file, gun oil, and patience. A micrometer or calipers can come in handy, but are not necessary. The kit comes with two new pins for different size alignment holes, be sure to use the right one. The instructions are provided and are relatively simple to follow, very descriptive, and are accompanied with pictures. I recommend this product for a serious shooter looking for a serious mount. Don't settle for anything less!!!

I really like this mount. The instructions to install it could use a little help. Like let a 3/32" punch with a tapered point, fall into the dovetail split pin hole, so you would know right when the new mount bracket was centered on the hole. Removing and replacing the split roll pin is the most difficult part of the installation (suggestion: PB Blaster at least 24 hr. ahead. Just viewing the image of light transmitted through the hole was not so good for me (old and visual challenged.). Which is why I want a great scope of course. I took it to a gunsmith friend of mine and with his experience, we never had to view the instructions. I had studied them earlier, and explained what I understood to him before we started. I helped him. It took us ~30 min. Now, to find a great scope to put on it.

I needed a way to mount my Hi-Lux 4-16x44mm scope to my Springfield M1A Scout Squad -- don't look any further, this is the way to do it. Yes, it's more expensive than the UTG type solutions, but this mount is milled precisely to the M1A receiver. Couple of tips - find a friend with a dead-blow rubber hammer and the precise punch Springfield recommends. Once you get past removal of the existing stripper clip guide and place (and pin) the new guide piece, the rest of the install is fairly easy. I used Warne rings (low model) -- be sure to mount them so the locking levers are on the charging handle side of the receiver. Otherwise, the locking levers will not travel past the scope mount frame. I know this because I screwed up ! Can't go wrong -- worth the extra money and it looks great on the M1A !! Highly recommend

I picked one up at a gun show and put it on my scout. I was sold! Clearly, this mount is not for the "lowest common denominator" set...as proven by the review by sandman, who stated it wasn't aligned with the bore....you have to read the instructions AND FOLLOW THEM. It has to be married to the gun and that is VERY WELL explained in the instructions...and there is a windage drift fine-tuning screw to finally set it perfectly. If you can read simple instructions, and take the time to do the job correctly you will end up with a rock-solid zero holding mount. A couple of years after putting one on the scout I got a standard rifle and bought the same mount here for it. Again...I did it correctly and have a granite bedded mount. I love that I can use my iron sights with this, one of the main reasons I went with this originally.

overall a good solid item. tools are needed to make it work. instruction are solid and easy to follow. the only thing i had to do was buying a set of punches.

Excellent piece of kit. Well made. Did not move after a several dozen rounds.

A lot of people complain about this amount that it's cheap and it's not well-made, but that has not been my experience. I thought it well-made and it doesn't cause any problem with brass ejection at all,furthermore you can still use the sights to some degree, follow the instructions and install as directed and you will not have any problem.I've heard of people saying they had a wandering zero I can't imagine how that would happen after you shape it to your receiver. I ordered a second mount from Amazon on December 26/2017. Shipment lost, no mount and still no refund on March 23 2018. Do not purchase