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Lot 540: Merkel Gebruder Over/Under Rifle Shotgun Combination 12 x 12 x 7

Engraved Merkel Over/Under Combination Gun with Extra Over/Under Shotgun Barrel Set

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 9, 2016

Lot 540: Merkel Gebruder Over/Under Rifle Shotgun Combination 12 x 12 x 7

Engraved Merkel Over/Under Combination Gun with Extra Over/Under Shotgun Barrel Set

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 9, 2016

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $4,750
Price Realized:
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Engraved Merkel Over/Under Combination Gun with Extra Over/Under Shotgun Barrel Set

Manufacturer: Merkel Gebruder
Model: Over/Under Rifle Shotgun
Type: Combination
Gauge: 12 x 12 x 7x65R
Barrel: 25 1/2 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1437
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 169
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 1971. The combination barrels feature fixed beaded blade front and a two notch flip rear sight, 3 inch chamber, full choke, and standard East German commercial proofs. The casehardened box lock action features game scene engraving of ducks in a marsh on the right and two stag in a forest scene on the left. The balance features fine floral scroll engraving. The action has dual triggers, cocking indicators, and a tang mounted thumb safety. Mounted on a multi-point checkered forearm and pistol grip stock with sling swivels, plastic grip cap and a checkered plastic buttplate. Includes a second 27 7/8 inch solid rib over/under 12 gauge shotgun barrel set numbered to the gun with 3 inch chambers and full/full chokes. A leather bound takedown case with brass hardware and trim is also included. Combination barrel measurements are: bore diameter at 9 inches from breech .721 inches; wall thickness at 9 inches from breech .0495 inches. Double barrel measurements are: bore diameter at 9 inches from breech .724/.724 inches; wall thickness at 9 inches from breech .038/.038 inches. Stock measurements are: drop at comb 1 1/2 inches; drop at heel 2 1/4 inches; 14 1/4 inch length of pull.

Rating Definition:

Excellent with 90% of the original blue finish on the barrels. Displaying mild handling marks and some light edge wear at the muzzle. The receiver has light handling marks and some pin point spotting. The wood is excellent with light handling marks and some small indentations. Mechanically excellent. The extra barrels are excellent with light handling marks. The case is about very good with handling and storage wear and loose interior pieces.



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