Blued steel barrels with a ramped red fiber optic blade front sight and fixed rear sight on the matted solid rib, standard Merkel markings, 2002 dated German proofs, import mark under the forend, small wedges of scroll at either breech, and chambers with automatic ejectors. The coin finished sideclipped boxlock action displays a roaring red stag on the left in a forested scene and a running boar on the right with the balance showing broad scrollwork. The rifle features double triggers, bushed firing pins, and tang mounted automatic safety selector switch. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered forend with engraved fittings and pistol grip stock with raised cheekpiece and black polymer grip cap and buttplate. Length of pull 14 5/16 inches. Weight 8 lbs. 4 oz.

Very fine, retaining 99% original blue finish, 85% original coin finish, some discoloration on the action, and overall light handling evidence. The wood is excellent with limited handling evidence and sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.