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Merkel O/U Blitz Action Shotgun

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:450.00 USD Estimated At:NA
Merkel O/U Blitz Action Shotgun
Auction Location:

16600 Aston Street
Irvine, CA
Bernhard Merkel, Suhl, Scalloped Frame Over/Under Blitz Action Shotgun, #6342, 12 ga., 2-3/4'' chs., 28-1/2'' blue finish barrels with 5/16'' solid matted rib, front and middle white beads, choked IM./IC., double crossbolts with Nitro chamber proofs, double triggers with cocking indicator pins, extractors and manual top-tang safety; case-colored frame has line engraved borders with bolsters. Checkered round knob stock and three-piece forend have a light oil finish with thin beaded cheekpiece. Length of pull is 14-1/4'' over a ribbed horn buttplate, sling swivels are 3/4'', weight is 6-3/4 lbs. Right side panel is stamped ''A.R.T. 2855''. Overall condition is fair to good with patchy rust in the chambers and muzzles. Barrel blue is 90% with assembly marks and light oxidation on top rib, extensions and lugs. Frame has light oxidation on the face with 20% exterior case coloring and a mottled gray patina. Stock is slightly loose on the frame with beginning small splits on both side panels. Wood has scattered impressions with wear on the checkering; buttplate has chipping. Est.: $900-$1,800. (C&R)