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EGW Keystone 1" High-Profile Scope Rings (1.275") Reviews

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Maximum Clearance and Unshakable Performance
Elevate your optic with the flagship performance of the EGW Keystone 1" Scope Rings. Specifically engineered for situations demanding maximum height, these rings feature a 1.275-inch centerline, making them the ultimate solution for mounting scopes on AR-15s, flat-top rifles, or any firearm where a higher line of sight is crucial for a comfortable and effective cheek weld. This height provides ample clearance for even the largest objective lenses, ensuring your setup is versatile and uncompromised.
The Keystone series is built on a foundation of absolute strength. Each ring is precision CNC-machined from a solid billet of aircraft-grade 6061 aluminum and secured with a massive Chromoly steel crossbolt. This robust, horizontally-split design, clamped with T15 Torx screws, creates a virtually indestructible mounting platform that will not shift under recoil. For a high-performance rifle, demand a high-performance mounting system—demand Keystone.
The EGW Keystone Advantage:
Flagship Performance: Our best-selling ring, designed for maximum strength and reliability.
Robust Hardware: Features a 1/2" Chromoly steel crossbolt and T15 Torx screws for a secure, non-slip fit.
Precision Machined: CNC-machined from solid 6061 aircraft-grade aluminum to the tightest tolerances.
High-Profile Design: The 1.275" height is optimized for AR-platform rifles and scopes with large objective lenses.
Made in the USA: Designed, machined, and assembled with pride in Quakertown, Pennsylvania.
The Modern Advantage: Why We Use Aircraft-Grade Aluminum
While traditional steel rings have their place, modern metallurgy has proven that strength doesn't have to come with a massive weight penalty. We use domestically-sourced 6061 aircraft-grade aluminum for its incredible strength-to-weight ratio. It's more than strong enough to hold zero on the heaviest magnum calibers, yet light enough that it won't weigh down your rifle. Furthermore, aluminum allows for more precise machining than steel, resulting in a perfect, stress-free fit on your scope tube that prevents ring marks. It offers the ultimate balance of strength, low weight, and precision for today's firearms.
Specifications:
Series: Keystone Rings
Height: 1.275" (High Profile)
Tube Diameter: 1 Inch
Material: 6061 Aircraft Grade Aluminum
Finish: Matte Black Anodized
Hardware: Chromoly Crossbolt (1/2" Nut), T15 Torx Cap Screws
Torque Specs: Crossbolt to 65 in/lbs; Cap Screws to 15 in/lbs
GTIN: 841370117895
Helpful Resources & Guides
Ensure a perfect fit for your flagship rings. Check our expert guides for help.
Buyer's Guide: The Best Scope Rings for Picatinny & Weaver Rails
The Ultimate Scope Ring Height Chart & Calculator
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Are these 1.275" rings the best choice for my AR-15?
A: Yes, for most users, this height is considered optimal for an AR-15. It raises the optic to a level that aligns perfectly with a natural, heads-up shooting posture, making it more comfortable and faster to get on target compared to lower rings.
Q: What is the largest objective lens I can use with these high rings?
A: The 1.275" height provides clearance for virtually any objective lens on the market, including 56mm and larger, on a standard flat-top receiver. There is typically no concern about the scope bell hitting the rail or handguard with rings this high.
Q: What is the benefit of the Chromoly crossbolt used in the Keystone series?
A: Chromoly steel is significantly stronger and more resistant to shearing forces than the hardware found in typical budget-friendly rings. This massive crossbolt is the component that directly fights the forces of recoil, ensuring your scope mount will not slip or lose zero, period.
Q: Will these rings work on a bolt-action rifle as well?
A: Yes, while they are ideal for ARs, these high rings can also be used on bolt-action rifles, especially those built into a chassis system or for shooters who prefer a higher head position for long-range shooting disciplines.
Q: Are Keystone rings sold individually or as a pair?
A: All EGW scope rings, including our flagship Keystone series, are sold as a matched pair to ensure perfect alignment and a secure fit right out of the box.
Warning: This product may be alloyed with trace amounts of lead and other elements which are known to the State of California to cause reproductive harm and cancer. To prevent exposure, do not alter the product by welding, grinding, etc. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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HAVE INSTALLED A LOT OF DIFFERENT BRANDS OF SCOPE RINGS OVER THE PAST 40+ YRS. & MUST CONFESS "THESE ARE THE MOST BAD-ASS RINGS I HAVE EVER INSTALLED !!! ABSOLUTE BRUTES THAT ARE UGLY AS ALL GET-OUT BUT ARE HELL FOR STOUT. THEY ARE MADE FROM AN ALUM-ALLOY BUT ARE STILL QUITE HEAVY. SO DO NOT PURCHASE THESE IF WEIGHT IS A PROBLEM !!! HOWEVER, THEY WERE SUPER EASY TO LOOSELY INSTALL ON THE PIC-RAIL & THEN USED A 1" SOLID STEEL LAPPING BAR TO ALIGN THEM BEFORE USING A .500" SOCKET WRENCH TO GENTLY SNUGGED TO CORRECT TORQUE. WHEN IT COMES TO LAPPING RINGS, I USE A HOME-BREW RECIPE OF 1000 GRIT ABRASIVE & BLENDED SMOOTHLY INTO SYN. BEARING GREASE. WHEN LAPPING I USE THE OLD-SCHOOL "BACK & FORTH WHILE ROTATING THE BAR FROM SIDE TO SIDE" WHICH CREATES A REALLY NICE CROSS-HATCH AFFECT. I MUST SAY, THESE WERE THE EASIEST RINGS TO LAP, NOT BECAUSE THE ALLOY WAS TOO SOFT, BUT BECAUSE THE LOWER & UPPER RING HALVES WERE SO DAMN PRECISELY REAMED BY THE FOLKS @ "EGW".....BRAVO !!!!! FINISHED WITH AN "OIL-LAP" TO REMOVE ANY MICROSCOPIC PIECES OF GRIT, CLEANED OFF WITH PAPER TOWELS, & DID A FINAL POLISH WITH A DAB OF FLITZ METAL POLISH. BTW: I ONLY LAP THE BOTTOM HALF OF THE RINGS !!!!!! WHEN INSTALLING THE TOP HALF, PLACE A COUPLE OF DROPS OF OIL ON THE RING SCREWS, AS THIS HELPS THEM TO REACH THEIR RECCOMMENDED TORQUE SETTINGS MUCH EASIER. CONCLUSION: ABSOLUTELY THE MOST ROBUST SCOPE RINGS I HAVE EVER INSTALLED !!!!!!!!!
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Posted 3 years ago
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR SCOPE RINGS THAT ARE (#1) LIGHT-WEIGHT (#2) PLEASING TO THE EYE (#3) WOULD REALLY COMPLIMENT YOUR .416 RIGBY BOLT-ACTION (#4) READILY AVAILABLE @ YOUR LOCAL MART-MART STORE ??? THEN FOR SURE DO NOT BUY THESE !!!!!! HOWEVER, IF YOU ARE REQUIRING RINGS THAT ARE TOTALLY INFALLIBLE & RECOIL PROOF ENOUGH TO PUT ON YOUR .50 BMG RIFLE, & SINCERELY BELIEVE THAT "STRONG & UGLY GOES PLUMB TO THE BONE", THEN YOU HAVE DISCOVERED "SCOPE RING NIRVANA" @ ITS VERY BEST !!!! PRAISE THE LORD, THEY ARE NOT MADE FROM SOLID STEEL BUT WILL STILL MAKE A FANTASTIC PAPER-WEIGHT FOR YOUR DESKTOP & DON'T DROP ONE ON YOUR BIG-TOE....OUCH !!!!! THE LARGE FRONT & REAR FLATS + EDGES HAVE PLENTY OF ROOM FOR CUSTOM ENGRAVING IF ONE SO DESIRES. TRULY THE "BEAST OF RINGS" AS I HAVE NEVER SEEN IN THE PAST 50 YRS. OF MY SHOOTING, HUNTING, & GUNSMITHING HOBBY. THESE SHOULD BE PICTURED IN A DICTIONARY NEXT TO THE WORD "OVER-KILL"-----OORAH, SEMPER-FI, & KEEP EVERY SHOT INSIDE THE 10 RING !!!!!
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Posted 3 years ago
Great rings, this is the third pair I have purchased.
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Posted 3 years ago
We love EGW.. always quality, always performs
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Posted 4 years ago