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Lot 3439: Engraved Abesser & Merkel Sideplated Over/Under Shotgun

Factory Game Scene Engraved and Gold Inlaid Abesser & Merkel Sideplated Over/Under Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 27, 2023

Lot 3439: Engraved Abesser & Merkel Sideplated Over/Under Shotgun

Factory Game Scene Engraved and Gold Inlaid Abesser & Merkel Sideplated Over/Under Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 27, 2023

Estimated Price: $4,000 - $6,000
Price Realized:
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Factory Game Scene Engraved and Gold Inlaid Abesser & Merkel Sideplated Over/Under Shotgun

Manufacturer: Abesser & Merkel
Model: Over-Under
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 30 inch vent rib
Finish: blue/coin/gold
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 640
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 275
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Blued Krupp Steel barrels with dual white bead sights on the matted flat vent rib, attractive scroll engraving at the breech around the upper chamber, and chambers measured 2 3/4 inches with automatic ejectors. The coin finished sideplated action displays extensive scroll engraving, deep cut bolsters, a dog and pheasant scene on the left, and five mallards in a pond scene on the right. Both of the game scenes have an attractive accenting gold inlaid single bird as the focal point. The gun features a single trigger and a tang mounted safety/selector switch. Beautifully figured, multi-point checkered three-piece forend with engraved fittings and horn tip inlay and a straight grip stock with brown rubber recoil pad. Barrel and stock measurements (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech .721/.722 inches; choke constriction .018/.032 inches; minimum wall thickness .028/.030 inches; 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 1 15/16 inch drop at heel; 13 5/8 inch length of pull; weight 8 lbs. 5 oz.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 97% plus original blue and gold finishes, 90% original coin finish, minor handling evidence, slight rubbing at the muzzles, and a brown coloration on the triggerguard. There are a few cracks in the stock (one near the heel on the left and a few cross grain on the right), otherwise the wood is very fine with a few minor scratches, and sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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