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Lot #129
Lot #131

Lot 130: Merkel Gebruder - 280

Factory Master Engraved and Matthias Koch Signed Gebruder Merkel Model 280E Double Barrel 28 Gauge Shotgun with Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 7, 2018

Lot 130: Merkel Gebruder - 280

Factory Master Engraved and Matthias Koch Signed Gebruder Merkel Model 280E Double Barrel 28 Gauge Shotgun with Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 7, 2018

Estimated Price: $4,000 - $5,000
Price Realized:
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Factory Master Engraved and Matthias Koch Signed Gebruder Merkel Model 280E Double Barrel 28 Gauge Shotgun with Box

Manufacturer: Merkel Gebruder
Model: 280E
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 28
Barrel: 28 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1554
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Single bead sight on the matte concave rib with standard barrel markings and German proofs, 2 3/4 inch chambers, and improved cylinder/modified chokes. The coin gray receiver features highly detailed game bird scenes of a pheasant in flight on the right side and three grouse on the left. The left scene is signed "MK" for factory Master Engraver Matthias Koch (as confirmed by the box label). The balance features finely detailed tight scroll designs. Single non-selective trigger and tang mounted thumb safety. With checkered splinter forearm and pistol grip stock with serrated Merkel buttplate. Barrel and stock measurements are: bore diameter at 9 inches from breech .549/.549 inch; minimum wall thickness .030/.030 inch; drop at comb . With original box and unmarked shipping sleeve.

Rating Definition:

Near new in box with only light handling marks. Box is very good with some light corner and edge wear. Shipping sleeve is good.



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