Originally Posted by Der Ami
Both Ernst Apel Wuerzburg (EAW) and Recknagel (ERA) have provisions to convert Claw Mounts to Swing Mounts. These provisions are adaptable to your Triebel mounts as well as the classical Shuler claw mounts. New England Custom Guns deals in one or both these company's products.
Mike

I appreciate the input. I suspect I'll end up pursuing this route. Right now I'm still a bit tied to the idea of making the old mounts work although I know that will require making at least the rear mount.