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Lot 1462: Gebruder Merkel 16 Gauge Model 147SL Sidelock Shotgun with Box

Factory Master Signed and Engraved Gebruder Merkel 16 Gauge Model 147SL Sidelock Double Barrel Shotgun with Box and Case

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 7, 2024

Lot 1462: Gebruder Merkel 16 Gauge Model 147SL Sidelock Shotgun with Box

Factory Master Signed and Engraved Gebruder Merkel 16 Gauge Model 147SL Sidelock Double Barrel Shotgun with Box and Case

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 7, 2024

Estimated Price: $7,000 - $11,000
Price Realized:
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Factory Master Signed and Engraved Gebruder Merkel 16 Gauge Model 147SL Sidelock Double Barrel Shotgun with Box and Case

Manufacturer: Merkel Gebruder
Model: 147 SL
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 16
Barrel: 28 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1577
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 392
Class: Modern Long Gun
Bore Condition: The bores are bright with minor signs of use.
Description:

Built with blued Krupp stahl barrels with single brass bead front sight on the matted concave solid rib which is marked "147 SL 16 GA", 2001 dated German proofs, chokes marked "VZ"/"1/2", and 2 3/4 inch chambers with automatic ejectors. The barrels are fitted to the coin finished sidelock action which displays scrollwork surrounding a trio of pheasants being flushed by a pointer on the left and a fox flushing a trio of quail on the right. The engraving is signed "GR" on the left lockplate. The gun features a double triggers, bushed firing pins, and an automatic tang mounted safety. The gun is fitted with an attractively figured and multi-point checkered forend with engraved fittings as well as a straight grip stock with factory buttplate. Includes the original factory box as well as an aluminum takedown case. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proofed at 17mm (.669 inches) and measured .671/.671 inches; choke constriction .006/.019 inches; minimum wall thickness .037/.038 inches; 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 3/4 inch drop at heel; 14 7/8 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs. 11 oz.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes with minor handling evidence and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. Mechanically excellent. The box is very fine.



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