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Lot #3508
Lot #3510

Lot 3509: Factory Game Scene Engraved Gebruder Merkel Model 147 2 Shotgun

Factory Game Scene Engraved Gebruder Merkel Model 147 2 Double Barrel Shotgun with Box, Case and Conversion Tubes

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: August 25, 2024

Lot 3509: Factory Game Scene Engraved Gebruder Merkel Model 147 2 Shotgun

Factory Game Scene Engraved Gebruder Merkel Model 147 2 Double Barrel Shotgun with Box, Case and Conversion Tubes

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: August 25, 2024

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $5,500
Price Realized:
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Factory Game Scene Engraved Gebruder Merkel Model 147 2 Double Barrel Shotgun with Box, Case and Conversion Tubes

Manufacturer: Merkel Gebruder
Model: 147
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 28 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1430
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 343
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Blued Special-Gewehrlaufstahl barrels with single brass bead front sight on the matted, concave solid rib, import marking on the left barrel, standard East German proofs, "393" (March, 1993) proof date, and 70 mm (3 inch) chambers with ejectors. The coin finished sidelock action displays scrollwork surrounding a trio of mallards on the left and a trio of pheasants on the right. The gun features a single selective trigger and automatic tang mounted safety. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with engraved fittings including the Deeley latch release and pistol grip stock with Suhl checkered buttplate. Includes original box, and an aluminum takedown case containing a set of conversion tubes in 20 gauge, 28 gauge, and .410 bore. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore diameter nine inches from the breech .629/.628 inches; choke tube constriction measuring .009/.013; minimum wall thickness .028/.028 inches; 1 9/16 inch drop at comb; 2 11/16 inch drop at heel; 13 15/16 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs. 14 oz.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue and coin finishes with minimal handling marks, and crisp engraving and forend and stock checkering. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good with some tape repairs.



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