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Lot 3424: Engraved Gebruder Merkel Drilling with Schmidt & Bender Scope

Factory Engraved Gebruder Merkel Drilling with Schmidt & Bender Scope

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 27, 2023

Lot 3424: Engraved Gebruder Merkel Drilling with Schmidt & Bender Scope

Factory Engraved Gebruder Merkel Drilling with Schmidt & Bender Scope

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 27, 2023

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $5,000
Price Realized:
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Factory Engraved Gebruder Merkel Drilling with Schmidt & Bender Scope

Manufacturer: Merkel Gebruder
Model: Drilling
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12/7x65R
Barrel: 24 3/4 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1239
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 270
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Blued Special Gewehr Laufstahl barrels with beaded blade front and flip-up rear sights on the matted solid rib which also hosts a set of German style claw mounts holding a Schmidt & Bender 2 1/2-10x scope, 1989 dated German proofs, dual bands of engraving at the upper breeches, chokes marked modified/full, and 2 3/4 inch shotgun chambers with extractor. The casehardened action displays a light scroll engraving and features double triggers, cocking indicators, and tang mounted safety and selector. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered forend with engraved fittings and pistol grip stock with black grip cap, shadowline cheekpiece, and rubber recoil pad. Includes original 1999 dated importation documents. Length of pull 14 11/16 inches. Weight 9 lbs. 2 oz. (including scope).

Rating Definition:

Very fine overall, retaining 95% original blue and coin finishes with light handling evidence and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. The scope optics are sharp. Mechanically excellent.



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