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Lot #3599

Lot 3598: Engraved Pre-War Gebruder Merkel Over-Under 16 Gauge Shotgun

Factory Engraved Pre World War II Gebruder Merkel Over/Under 16 Gauge Shotgun with Ejectors

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 8, 2019

Lot 3598: Engraved Pre-War Gebruder Merkel Over-Under 16 Gauge Shotgun

Factory Engraved Pre World War II Gebruder Merkel Over/Under 16 Gauge Shotgun with Ejectors

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 8, 2019

Estimated Price: $1,400 - $2,250
Price Realized:
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Factory Engraved Pre World War II Gebruder Merkel Over/Under 16 Gauge Shotgun with Ejectors

Manufacturer: Gebruder Merkel
Model: Suhl
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 16
Barrel: 28 1/4 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1192
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 252
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Blue, Boehler steel barrels marked "FRIEDR. MULLER/ASCHERSLEBEN" on the left side of the chamber with 2 3/4 inch chambers, automatic ejectors, matte, solid barrel rib, standard German proofs, and improved modified/full chokes. The barrels are proof dated "1036" with pre-war proofs. Casehardened receiver with self-cocking Blitz action, bolstered frame, double Kersten locks, flourishes of light floral and scroll engraving, dual triggers, and tang mounted sliding safety. Checkered pistol grip stock with horn trigger guard and grip cap, checkered forearm with lightly engraved fittings, raised cheekpiece, and horn heel and toe caps on a checkered bare butt. Barrel and stock measurements are (U/O): bore diameter at 9 inches from breech proofed at "16/1" (669) and measured at .669/.669; choke constriction .027/.030; minimum wall thickness .029/.029; drop at comb 1 7/8 inches; drop at heel 3 1/4 inches; length of pull 14 1/2 inches; weight 6 lbs. 6 oz..

Rating Definition:

Fine. The barrels have 80% original blue finish, areas of edge wear, small ding at the muzzle of the lower barrel, surface scratches, and legible markings. The receiver has a mostly gray patina with 25% original case colors (contained in the protected areas), and well-defined engraving. The screw heads show some marring and the upper tang is not completely tight. The wood is also good with small dings throughout, scratches, and dents, and well-defined checkering with the exception of the butt which is worn. Mechanically excellent.



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