Outstanding War Time 1943 Sidelock Merkel 203E Over/Under 12 Gauge Shotgun
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Description
Manufactured during war time in 1943. Features 27.5" O/U barrels marked Bohler Stahl and dated 3/43 with a solid matte rib and single white bead. Barrels are choked improved cylinder and light improved cylinder with 2.75" chambers. Coin finish receiver is full sidelock action with cocking indicators and ejectors. Kiersten style double lug release. Non automatic safety with double triggers. Right side features three ducks flying being hunted by a hawk. Left side features four pheasants with a pointer setter dog. The bottom is marked Suhler Waffenmark Gubruber Merkel Suhl with various floral design engravings. Walnut checkered English grip buttstock with factory butt plate and factory sling swivels. Merkel style three piece quick detachable forend. Long tang trigger guard. Overall, a beautifully made German wartime firearm. CALIBER: 12 Gauge. S/N: 27477. FFL STATUS: Curio & Relic.
Condition
Barrels retain 98% original blue with light handling marks. Action is overall excellent condition with moderate discoloration on bottom from handling. Top tang and trigger guard have approximately 80% original blue. Forearm is very good with 18 LPI checkering. Rear right side of forearm has a 3/4" repair. Buttstock is very good and appears to have been waxed, providing an extra layer of protection while in the field.
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Outstanding War Time 1943 Sidelock Merkel 203E Over/Under 12 Gauge Shotgun
Estimate $50 - $200,000
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