Citadel 51058 Verified -
What or paint type (Base, Layer, or Contrast) you are working with?
| Feature | Verified Detail | | :--- | :--- | | | 6061-T6 Aluminum, CNC machined | | Finish | Type III Hard Coat Anodized (Matte Black) | | Tube Diameter | 30mm (fits most modern rifle scopes) | | Mounting Type | Quick-Release (QR) lever with tension adjustment | | Offset / Cantilever | 2 inches (forward offset for proper eye relief) | | Height | 1.5 inches from rail to optical center (Lower 1/3 co-witness) | | Weight | 7.9 oz (verified on digital scale) | | Included Hardware | T15 Torx screws, hex key, tension wrench | citadel 51058 verified
| Pros | Cons | | :--- | :--- | | Excellent return-to-zero (0.4 MOA avg) | Heavier than some skeletonized mounts (7.9 oz) | | Solid lock-up with no scope shift | Quick-release lever requires break-in period | | Affordable price point ($65–$85 street price) | Not compatible with 34mm scope tubes | | Lower 1/3 co-witness height | Finish scratches easier than Cerakote | What or paint type (Base, Layer, or Contrast)
Slightly lighter, thinner pigments layered sequentially over Base paints to build rich color depth and clean highlights. What or paint type (Base