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Lot 3465: Factory Engraved Gebruder Merkel Boxlock Drilling with Scope

Factory Engraved Gebruder Merkel Boxlock Drilling with Zeiss Scope and Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 27, 2023

Lot 3465: Factory Engraved Gebruder Merkel Boxlock Drilling with Scope

Factory Engraved Gebruder Merkel Boxlock Drilling with Zeiss Scope and Case

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 Boxlock Drilling with Zeiss Scope and Case

Manufacturer: Merkel Gebruder
Model: Drilling
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12/243 Win
Barrel: 24 7/8 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1405
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 289
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 scope mounts holding a Zeiss ZF4 scope, 1977 dated German proofs, dual bands of engraving at the upper breeches, choke constrictions of .036/.045 inches, and 2 3/4 inch shotgun chambers with extractors. Rifle barrel marked "6,2 x 52" which is a European designation for .243 Winchester. The casehardened action displays a light scroll engraving and features double triggers, cocking indicators, a Greener style safety, and tang mounted selector. Lightly figured, multi-point checkered forend with engraved fittings and pistol grip stock with black grip cap, shadowline cheekpiece, and black plastic buttplate. Includes a leather mutton leg takedown case. Length of pull 14 1/4 inches. Weight 7 lbs. 10 oz.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and casehardened finishes with some scattered minor handling evidence, protective varnish on the barrels near the wood, and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. The case is very fine with light storage evidence. Mechanically excellent.



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