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The GG&G M1A Scout Scope Mount is a purpose-built optic mounting solution for M1A rifles configured with Scout Squad or SOCOM 16 handguards. If you're running an M1A and want to pair a red dot or long eye relief magnified scope with your iron sights still in play, this mount solves that problem without requiring any permanent modifications to your rifle. It clamps directly to the barrel using eight clamping screws for maximum rigidity—two more than the factory setup—and installs into the factory top handguard cutout for a clean, integrated fit.
What makes this mount stand out is its thoughtful design: a center channel routed through the rail keeps weight down and, more importantly, preserves your access to the factory iron sights. You're not trading your backup sighting system for an optic. The mount provides 7 inches of Picatinny rail and extends rearward to the front of the receiver, giving you the reach needed for true scout-style scope placement—that forward-biased sight picture that works so well for hunters and precision rifle users who value both field of view and mounting simplicity.
Installation is straightforward with no gunsmithing required. The low-profile design keeps your M1A balanced and manageable, and the barrel clamp system means you're getting the stability you need for accuracy whether you're stretching distance at the range or hunting in rough country. This is the kind of accessory that opens up your M1A's capabilities without turning it into something it's not.
| Manufacturer | GG&G, Inc. |
| Model Number | GGG-1683 |
| Compatibility | M1A Scout Squad, M1A SOCOM 16 (with cutout factory handguard) |
| Rail Standard | MIL-STD 1913 Picatinny |
| Rail Length | 7 inches |
| Mount Type | Barrel clamp |
| Clamping Screws | 8 |
| Design Feature | Center channel for iron sight clearance |
| Installation | No permanent modifications required |
This mount is specifically designed for M1A Scout Squad and SOCOM 16 models with a cutout factory top handguard. Compatibility depends on that feature, so verify your rifle's handguard before purchasing.
Yes. The center channel routed through the rail is designed to allow factory iron sight use even with an optic mounted on the Picatinny rail. You're not sacrificing your backup sighting system.
The mount accommodates red dot scopes and long eye relief magnified scopes. The 7-inch Picatinny rail gives you mounting flexibility for various optic types and sizes that fit standard Picatinny bases.
This mount uses eight clamping screws compared to the factory's six, clamps directly to the barrel for increased stability, and provides a full 7 inches of Picatinny rail with a center channel that preserves iron sight functionality—improvements designed to enhance accuracy and usability.



SKU: 144599593 • Width: 6.25in • Height: 2in • Depth: 8.25in • Weight: 0.5oz





Availability: In Stock
The GG&G M1A Scout Scope Mount is a purpose-built optic mounting solution for M1A rifles configured with Scout Squad or SOCOM 16 handguards. If you're running an M1A and want to pair a red dot or long eye relief magnified scope with your iron sights still in play, this mount solves that problem without requiring any permanent modifications to your rifle. It clamps directly to the barrel using eight clamping screws for maximum rigidity—two more than the factory setup—and installs into the factory top handguard cutout for a clean, integrated fit.
What makes this mount stand out is its thoughtful design: a center channel routed through the rail keeps weight down and, more importantly, preserves your access to the factory iron sights. You're not trading your backup sighting system for an optic. The mount provides 7 inches of Picatinny rail and extends rearward to the front of the receiver, giving you the reach needed for true scout-style scope placement—that forward-biased sight picture that works so well for hunters and precision rifle users who value both field of view and mounting simplicity.
Installation is straightforward with no gunsmithing required. The low-profile design keeps your M1A balanced and manageable, and the barrel clamp system means you're getting the stability you need for accuracy whether you're stretching distance at the range or hunting in rough country. This is the kind of accessory that opens up your M1A's capabilities without turning it into something it's not.
| Manufacturer | GG&G, Inc. |
| Model Number | GGG-1683 |
| Compatibility | M1A Scout Squad, M1A SOCOM 16 (with cutout factory handguard) |
| Rail Standard | MIL-STD 1913 Picatinny |
| Rail Length | 7 inches |
| Mount Type | Barrel clamp |
| Clamping Screws | 8 |
| Design Feature | Center channel for iron sight clearance |
| Installation | No permanent modifications required |
This mount is specifically designed for M1A Scout Squad and SOCOM 16 models with a cutout factory top handguard. Compatibility depends on that feature, so verify your rifle's handguard before purchasing.
Yes. The center channel routed through the rail is designed to allow factory iron sight use even with an optic mounted on the Picatinny rail. You're not sacrificing your backup sighting system.
The mount accommodates red dot scopes and long eye relief magnified scopes. The 7-inch Picatinny rail gives you mounting flexibility for various optic types and sizes that fit standard Picatinny bases.
This mount uses eight clamping screws compared to the factory's six, clamps directly to the barrel for increased stability, and provides a full 7 inches of Picatinny rail with a center channel that preserves iron sight functionality—improvements designed to enhance accuracy and usability.
SKU: 144599593 • Width: 6.25in • Height: 2in • Depth: 8.25in • Weight: 0.5oz


