This aftermarket Ruger Mini-14 and Mini-30 Ranch Rifle scope mount with 6 inch Picatinny/Weaver rail is a low profile mount for scopes and red dot optics. Ranch rifle scope mount is precision machined made from 6061-T6 aluminum and steel hardware included. Scope mount has a matte black hard coat anodized. Accepts all standard Weaver/Picatinny 1913 accessories. This mount is for late model Ruger Mini Series ranch rifles. Mount still permits the use of factory iron sights. No gun smithing required.