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Lot #3441

Lot 3440: Factory Engraved Gebruder Merkel Sidelock Over/Under Shotgun

Factory Engraved Gebruder Merkel Hand Detachable Sidelock Over/Under Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 27, 2023

Lot 3440: Factory Engraved Gebruder Merkel Sidelock Over/Under Shotgun

Factory Engraved Gebruder Merkel Hand Detachable Sidelock 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 Engraved Gebruder Merkel Hand Detachable Sidelock Over/Under Shotgun

Manufacturer: Merkel Gebruder
Model: Over/Under
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 28 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 835
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 275
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Blued Bohler steel barrels with single white bead sight on the matted solid rib, standard Merkel markings, 1968 dated German proofs, scroll engraving at the chamber sections, and 2 3/4 inch chambers with automatic ejectors. The coin finished hand detachable sidelock action displays wonderfully executed Germanic scrollwork covering nearly the entire surface with a matted background continuing onto the triggerguard, toplever, and both tangs. The gun features double triggers (front is articulated), cocking indicators, and tang mounted manual safety switch. Attractively figured, multi-point checkered three piece forend with engraved fittings and pistol grip stock with black grip cap, shadowline cheekpiece, rear sling swivel, and factory buttplate. Barrel and stock measurements (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech .721/.721 inches; choke constriction .026/.037 inches; minimum wall thickness .034/.033 inches; 1 7/16 inch drop at comb; 2 17/16 inch drop at heel;14 7/16 inch length of pull; weight 7 lbs. 8 oz.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes with minimal minor handling marks and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. Mechanically excellent.



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