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Lot 589: Gebruder Merkel Model 140-1 Double Barrel Rifle, Scope, Case

Engraved Gebruder Merkel Model 140-1 Scalloped Box Lock Ejector Side by Side Hammerless Double Rifle with Swarovski Scope and Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 3, 2019

Lot 589: Gebruder Merkel Model 140-1 Double Barrel Rifle, Scope, Case

Engraved Gebruder Merkel Model 140-1 Scalloped Box Lock Ejector Side by Side Hammerless Double Rifle with Swarovski Scope and Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 3, 2019

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $5,000
Price Realized:
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Engraved Gebruder Merkel Model 140-1 Scalloped Box Lock Ejector Side by Side Hammerless Double Rifle with Swarovski Scope and Case

Manufacturer: Merkel Gebruder
Model: 140 1-Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7x65R
Barrel: 23 1/2 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1734
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 285
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Blued Krupp steel dovetail barrels signed "GSI Inc. T'ville AL/GEBR MERKEL SUHL/MADE IN GERMANY" on the left barrel with solid matte rib, engraved dot band at the breech, blade front sight on ramp base, notch rear sight, Swarovski 6x42 Habicht scope on quick release mount, ejectors, and German proofs on the barrel flats. Casehardened scalloped box lock with light engraving, signed "SUHL" on the underside, double trigger, trigger guard engraved, and automatic tang safety with "S" marking. Highly figured pistol grip stock with multi-point checkering, engraved forearm hardware, plastic grip cap, cheekpiece, and solid Kick-Eez recoil pad. Comes with a leather bound case with "MERKEL" leather label on the inside, leather sling, snap caps, and nylon case cover.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 98% original blue finish with slight thinning towards the muzzles, 95% original case colors remain, with some discoloration on the bottom of the action, minimal handling marks and crisp stock checkering. Mechanically excellent. The scope has clear optics. The case is excellent showing minimal handling/storage marks.



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