SightmarkSlide-to-Side Mount

The Sightmark SM13025.001 Wolfhound QD Mount is an overall good mount. I purchased it for the Sightmark Wraith 4k Mini. It fits but it has a larger footprint than the original mount on the Mini. See photos for comparison. I had the scope mounted as far back on my upper receiver as it would go and when I installed the QD it pushed the scope forward by about .75" due to the larger size of the QD mount. I've tested it at the range with my AR15 5.56 and it holds zero and returns to zero when removed and placed back on the rifle. My only complaint is how easy it is to inadvertantly change the tension of the lever screws when it is removed from the rifle. It has overall good performance for a budget QD mount.

Great mount. Tough and easy to install.

Works great! Super easy to install, mounts securely, and barely changed my zero when I swapped the factory mount out for this one. Also, it seems to maintain zero even when removed and reinstalled on the gun! I’ve only tested that once, but after zeroing my scope at 100 yds, removing the scope with the new QD mount, and reinstalling it, I got groups consistent with my zero before I removed the scope. So, tentatively, it seems to reliably return to zero.

This is the third mount I have tried with my magnifier. The first one was cheap. The second one was $50+. They both did not feel sturdy and would not keep my dot centered. This mount is so solid to the point that I am impressed. I must have said "wow" 10 times after I had it all installed. However, there are a couple things you should know. If you mount this on an AR platform behind a red dot, when the mount is open, the mount will not open all the way. The brass deflector on the right side of the rifle prevents it from locking open. I had to file a very small amount of metal off of the deflector. This was not a big deal to me since my rifle will be getting a paint job. I don't think the description does a very good job at describing how the mount actually works. It is very hard to explain but it works great and locks up tightly. It will need some lube or grease to function smoothly. In my opinion, this is the only mount that will keep your magnifier in the same spot every time you flip it for this price.

I often swap my Sightmark infrared sight out for a traditional optic (scope) and this makes changing them out a breeze. I always hated how awkward the factory mount screws were to remove/install the sight, so this was a perfect upgrade. I even wound up getting a similar mount for my scope, so both sights are quick and easy to swap, taking only seconds where before it was kind of a chore, since both mounts I had used different set screws and needed a different tool for each. Now, I no longer need any tools at all, so it's great to use in the field without worrying about loosing the tiny tools I had to use on the old mounts.

Although this Flip-to-Side mount may not meet law enforcement or military specs it works well for hunting, vermin eradication and maybe if needed personal and property protection.. Being able to flip the magnifier to the side to use the red dot for a close shot on a coyote or such is great. Keep in mind to purchase this mount first then order the mount for the red dot in order to maintain correct height alignment. I would recommend this mount to others for the purposes I noted earlier.

Great Product

It went on quickly and works well. Locks up solid. The screws have blue Lock Tite pre applied to them to make it quick and easy to install. The strews are a pan head style with a flat head drive, I would prefer a pan head with a hex drive like the factory ones on the scope. but these work as intended.

Best alternative to the spring switch Slide-to-Side mounts, Less moving parts means it is easier to maintain. Be advised that you have to move this mount to the side manually. If you feel the sliding action isn't locking into place as firmly, you can adjust the stiffness of the nubs holding the scope in place. Everything locks into place easily enough, and the tightness is adjustable as well.

I use this product with my Sightmark Wraith 4k and Derya TM2 .22 rifle. I would buy another in a heartbeat.

Well built, will probably buy another one for a different application. Worth the money.

It started off feeling very solid but after a few bumps it has a certain wiggle that seems somewhere between 5 and 10 MOA. I've tried adjusting it but the adjustments are to strengthen the locking positions for top and side. The wiggle is a nuisance when on top but it can stick straight. If I replace it I'll certainly get one that's 5x the price. I might try putting some epoxy in the inner grooves to "bed" the slide to eliminate the wiggle, if I can figure out how to best accomplish that.

I get it you need to slide it to side but the fact it can get stuck halfway which is not ideal for under fire when switching from mid to close range. I just bump or slam the magnifier I have in the mount, most of the time, it goes full way. Other con is no adjustment for left/right. Was looking for high grade alternate to airsoft grade and this is not it.