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Lot #1397

Lot 1396: Merkel Gebruder - 280el

Factory Engraved Gebruder Merkel 280EL Double Barrel 28 Gauge Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 9, 2017

Lot 1396: Merkel Gebruder - 280el

Factory Engraved Gebruder Merkel 280EL Double Barrel 28 Gauge Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 9, 2017

Estimated Price: $4,000 - $6,000
Price Realized:
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Factory Engraved Gebruder Merkel 280EL Double Barrel 28 Gauge Shotgun

Manufacturer: Merkel Gebruder
Model: 280el
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 28
Barrel: 28 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1322
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 221
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Single bead sight, standard barrel markings and German proofs, 2 3/4 inch chambers with ejectors, and modified/full chokes. Game scene engraved receiver with rabbits on the right and birds on the left with tight detailed scroll designs on the balance. The left side of the receiver is initialed "G.L." Dual triggers and tang mounted safety switch. Fancy grain checkered forearm and buttstock with a serrated plastic buttplate. Stock measurements are: 1 3/8 inch drop at comb; 2 1/2 inch drop at heel; 14 1/4 inch length of pull.

Rating Definition:

Excellent. 99% original finish remains with a few small handling marks visible. The wood is also excellent with sharp checkering and some small pressure marks on the buttstock. Mechanically excellent.



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