Will these medium mounts clear the barrel if I am putting a 40 mm objective scope on my rifle?

Yes, the medium profile with a total height of 41 mm is specifically designed to sit ideally over standard hunting barrel contours with objective lenses up to 40 mm to 44 mm. However, if your scope features a large 50 mm or greater objective bell, you will need to step up to high mounts to prevent barrel contact.

Can I attach these 1-inch mounts directly to the 9-11 mm dovetail rail on my rimfire rifle?

No, these mounts are engineered exclusively for Weaver and Picatinny rails (Mil-STD-1913) and are not compatible with standard 3/8-inch or 9-11 mm dovetail rails unless you use a separate adaptor. Ensure your rifle has a compatible rail profile before purchasing.

Are these steel mounts suitable for heavy-recoiling centrefire rifles used in harsh Australian outback conditions?

Absolutely. Machined from high-grade solid steel with a combined weight of 159 g, these rings deliver superior tensile strength, rigid lock-up, and reliable zero retention under heavy centrefire and magnum recoil. The integrated toolless quick-release levers also feature double Torx T15 screws on each top cap to distribute clamping force evenly and prevent scope slippage in the field.

Do these scope ring mounts require any electrical compliance or certifications for use in Australia?

No, the Hawke Steel 1" Medium rings are a purely mechanical firearm accessory with no internal electronics or battery requirements. Therefore, they are exempt from electrical regulations and do not require Australian SAA or RCM plug standards compliance.

Scope Rings 23011 - Hawke 23011

The Hawke Precision Steel Ring Mounts 1" Medium – Lever (Model: 23011) secure 1-inch (25.4 mm) main tube riflescopes to standard Weaver and Picatinny rails. Machined from solid steel with a matte black finish, this two-piece mounting system uses dual Torx T15 screws on each cap to distribute clamping pressure evenly across the optic tube. The base features an integrated, toolless quick-release lever mechanism, allowing shooters to detach and reattach optics without compromising zero retention under heavy firearm recoil.

Key Features

Solid Steel Build: Machined from high-grade solid steel to maintain rigid lock-up and consistent zero retention across centrefire, rimfire, and magnum calibres.
Quick-Release Levers: Integrated base throw levers enable toolless optic removal and rapid swapping between compatible firearms.
Dual Torx Fasteners: Double Torx T15 cap screws per ring provide uniform clamping force around 1-inch scope tubes to prevent slippage.
Medium Clearance: Sits at a total height of 41 mm (1.6″), providing clearance for riflescopes with standard 40 mm to 44 mm objective lenses on sporter barrel contours.

Specifications

Ring Diameter: 1 inch (25.4 mm)
Height Designation: Medium (41 mm / 1.6″ total height)
Dimensions: 42 mm × 41 mm × 16 mm (1.7″ × 1.6″ × 0.6″)
Total Weight: 159 g (5.6 oz) for the set
Mounting Interface: Weaver and Picatinny (Mil-STD-1913) rails
Configuration: 2-piece ring set
Fasteners: Double Torx T15 top screws (6-48 thread), lever base clamp (8-32 thread)
Power Requirements: Passive mechanical system (non-powered)

Who is the Hawke Steel 1" Medium With Lever for?

Centrefire and rimfire hunters swapping 1-inch optics in the field — uses a toolless quick-release lever clamp on a 1-inch (25.4 mm) quick release scope ring to detach and remount optics between Weaver and Picatinny rails without tools.
Target shooters mounting medium-objective scopes on Picatinny rails — provides a medium 41 mm (1.6″) total height profile to clear 40 mm to 44 mm objective bells while anchoring the 159 g (5.6 oz) solid steel ring set securely to Mil-STD-1913 bases.

Less suitable for: Scopes with 30 mm or 34 mm tubes, which require larger-diameter ring mounts; setups with objective lenses over 44 mm, which require high-profile mounts to clear the barrel; optics with objective lenses under 36 mm, where low-profile mounts provide a better cheek weld; 3/8-inch or 9–11 mm airgun/rimfire dovetail rails without a Picatinny adapter; or ultralight backcountry hunting builds where lightweight aluminium mounts are preferred over this 159 g steel set.

SKU	HWK39783LP
Model #	23011
Brand	Hawke
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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Hawke 23011 Precision Steel Scope Rings 1 Inch Medium Lever

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