Blued steel barrels with red fiber optic front and two position rear sights on the raised sections of the matted solid rib, standard Merkel markings, and German proofs on the flats. The satin finished boxlock action features light scroll engraving, sideclips, bushed firing pins, and a tang mounted manual safety switch. Contrasting straight grain, multi-point checkered forend with engraved fittings and Deeley latch release and pistol grip stock with blued grip cap, cheekpiece, and rubber recoil pad. Includes the original factory takedown case marked "MERKEL" in white paint at one end with internal tag listing this gun as manufactured in 2005. Length of pull 14 3/8 inches. Weight 10 lbs 10 oz. Provenance: The Buckstix Collection