According to a local joke, suhl is so close to the edge of the world you can see zellamehlis. Since the book ends with the year 1900, however, the same man could have made guns after 1900 or found it more and more advisable to do less in his own shop and sell guns by makers in the gunmaking centers. Collectible guns that are outpacing the market links to manufacturers website. Completely updated pricing for merkel firearms with new entries and photos value trackers. Gebruder merkel was making ous as early as 1903, and the company continues to make them to this day. The classic lines of these fine guns seduce through elegance and finesse. Representing the good old days, they are known for their superior levels of durability, performance and craftsmanship. Gebruder merkel high grade sidelock two barrel set.
Merkel model 201e 20 gauge for sale guns international. Covey rise magazine gebruder merkel covey rise magazine. Barrels are 27 12 long with a solid rib and ivory bead. Need some info on an old merkel shotgun the doublegun bbs. During world war ii, most of suhls factories were producing munitions for the german war effort. She confirmed that the shotgun was manufactured in 1986 and will be sending me a brochure with more details about the gun. For sale we have a new merkel 147e side by side shotgun in 20 gauge. Renowned for its elegant, highperformance shotguns, merkel has introduced the minimally adorned yet exceptionally functional merkel 40e fieldgrade sidebyside shotgun at an attractively attainable price. Nothing but gebruder merkel suhl left side on my gun. A 410 merkel from suhl in model 301e made in 1929 on a best 300 series action with a kersten top lock plus. No buttplate, however, butt wood is also checkered.
The serial number is 36172, i was wondering what the current value is. Browse all new and used merkel shotguns for sale and buy with confidence from. Memorandum of association of the waffenfabrik gebruder merkel. Company is best known for its overunder and sidebyside shotguns, but has also produced doublebarreled express rifles, drillings with various rifle shotgun combinations, falling block singleshot rifles and boltaction. The pricing and information contained in the gun values by gun digest database is the same information contained in the standard catalog of firearmsan annual firearm values book published by gun digest media. Selfcocking deeley boxlock action, with cocking indicators. I try to find it on the internet to learn a bit more about i but i do not get match on my search. Jul 15, 2011 i have a merkelgebruder, over under shotgun. Need some info on an old merkel shotgun the doublegun. Merkel shotguns and merkel rifles are legendary for their craftsmanship and quality. However, in the decades that followed, the historic company would be swept up in the dark currents that roiled over eastern europe.
The statue of the waffenschmied in the market square of suhl. Know what your merkel firearms are worth with this uptodate 12page. The barrels have 65mm chambers 2 12 but could be lengthened out if desired. A hunting rifle by merkel is a mighty instrument of brilliant precision, seducing elegance, traditional aesthetics and at the same time highest functionality. Merkel offered this grade in 12, 16, 20, 24, 28 and 32gauge, with choice of barrel lengths. Keeping up with the change in values is an ongoing process. In the months after the american troops arrived, many of these factories were dismantled and shipped to the soviet union or destroyed. Meisterstuck sidebyside shotguns are light and wonderfully elegant hunting guns. Without descending into nostalgia for the old east germany, it is thanks to. Merkel, gebruder all models gun values by gun digest. Gebruder merkel suhl spezialgewehrluftstahl 16ga 26 1620e excellent. No 27977 with, as far as i ascertain, quite an interesting provenance relating to the 1932 and 1936 olympics and th.
For the reopening of the museum, merkel expressed their congratulations with a very special present. Luck firm appeared in the circa 1930 book suhl zum 400 jahrigen stadtjubilaum. Merkel suhl, tops the buttand it is fastened by timed screws. They are essentially hunting guns made from high grade steel. Up for auction is a very nice condition merkel 16 gauge over under shotgun. Find an impressive selection of merkel guns for sale at cabelas. The sidebyside arrangement of the barrels is a classical design principle of hunting guns this principle has been applied in suhl since the early days. You can find the history of the maker, bernhard merkel, in the book gebrueder merkel by dr.
Very high condition merkel model 147s sidelock chambered in 20 gauge. Guns for sale merkel, gebruder merkel sxs 12ga, made in. A 16 bore classic and proper period suhl made gebruder merkel ou model 201e boxlock ejector that was made in 1954, 28. Elk castle is a stocking dealer for merkel shotguns and rifles. Hello, i am knew to the forum and found this sight searching for information about this shot gun. Many smaller gun makers worked in shops that were often attached to or part of their family homes. No 27977 with, as far as i ascertain, quite an interesting provenance relating to.
Yesterday i spoke to the uk merkel importer, and she said the shotgun was very likely a simson but made in the merkel factory. The bottom has more of the deep cut scroll surrounding gebruder merkel suhl in the center. Company is best known for its overunder and sidebyside shotguns, but has also produced doublebarreled express rifles, drillings with various rifle shotgun combinations, falling block singleshot rifles and boltaction rifles. Merkel freres suhl double barrel over under shotguns. Continental gunmakers built some of the first breechloading, overunder shotguns. Light and elegant, merkel sidebyside shotguns feature a classical design, handsome stock, double trigger, classical barrel hook, william greener cross bolt with double bottom bite, vspring sidelocks, slim receivers, steel interlocked steel, and gas pressure system. Locking mechanism is a greener crossbolt, with doublebarrel locking lug. Merkel sidebysides underline this with a classic english straighthand stock without pistol grip or cheekpiece.
Merkel has been a subsidiary of the uae company caracal international, based in abu dhabi, sinc. Merkel sidebyside shotguns have an outstanding reputation for quality workmanship and have achieved a long historical tradition as elegant game guns. Company is best known for its overunder and sidebyside shotguns, but. Double gun shotguns side by side shotguns, and over under shotguns including drillings, double barreled rifles, sxs double rifles, combination guns. Merkel gebruder 8 shotgun 20 rock island auction company. Pdf download from the standard catalog of firearms. Gebruder merkel suhl overunder 12 gauge shotgun description.
Merkel has been a subsidiary of the uae company caracal international, based in abu dhabi, since 2007 history. Merkel ou model id and value check the doublegun bbs. Its an old merkel 20 gauge ou marked underneath with suhler waffenwerk gebruder merkel, suhl. It is a beautiful gun id like to be able to use it pheasant hunting if. The gun is sold with a full 12 month mechanical warranty. Single trigger game gun, very well balanced and easily maneuverable. The helixs fast action, designed for the driven hunt and repetitive shooting, requires the responsible hunter to train at the range or shooting cinema. The old city of suhl is the gateway to the thuringian forest. Im wanting to know more information about this merkel shotgun that my father has.
Merkel brothers began manufacturing rifles and shotguns in suhl, germany in 1898. It manufactures boltaction rifles, double rifles, drillings, and shotguns. They can perhaps be found at book dealers who deal in used gun related books. Gebruder merkel suhl over and under shotgun by skinner.
Merkel shotguns steve barnett fine guns highend shotguns. It is a 12gauge, overandunder vandrey shotgun made by gebruder merkel of suhl. Ive done a little research, but have not been able to find any information on what the model is and if there is any value. Sidebyside shotguns are light and wonderfully elegant hunting guns. Gebruder merkel branded gun made by veb ernst thalemann werke in east germany 1947 to 1992. The actual value of the shotgun is largely determined by its overall condition. Merkel s guns continued to be exported to the west throughout the cold war. Pete moore reckons if youre looking for a practical, sidebyside double rifle then merkel s db141 in 9. Jan 26, 2016 a budget merkel is an oxymoron for sure, but thats the idea behind the 40e. The house of merkel has been an autonomous company in suhl since 1898 and merkel shotguns were highly regarded in north america before the war. The second digit of the model number refers to the barrel configuration.
Nb excellent near new condition 95% 98%, used but little, no noticeable marring of wood or metal, bluing near perfect some wear at muzzle or sharp edges can be expected. For game shooting, this sidebyside shotgun is a light, remarkably wellhandling gun, with outstanding performance characteristics. In 2012, caracal has open a subsidary in the united states, caracal usa. The book of the gunmaker the workshop diary of gebhard merkel is a. The coin finished action is engraved with thistle leaf scroll surrounding game scenes of a fox approaching three pheasants on the left and three ducks settling into a marsh on the right. The merkel shotguns series is inclusive of merkel side by side shotguns, the finest doubles from suhl.
We offer a comprehensive gun fitting service with all of our guns, any necessary alterations being carried out in our workshop on site and within the price. Augustus fine antiquities gmbh switzerland vintage east german gebruder merkel suhl model 200 over under 12 gauge shotgun in good c. Merkel, gebruder merkel 16 gauge over under shotgun 1941 mfg. Merkel offers the most extensive variety of boxlock and sidelock models, and is one of the few manufacturers that continue to offer each sidebyside model in 16 gauge. When you enter germanic weapons, swords that the old germans used. Waffenstadt suhl the famous gunmaking center of suhl, germany suhl website located in the beautiful green hills of thuringia. Merkel guns, now including a bolt action rifles, are. Merkel hunting rifles ar not soulless industrial products. Caracal gmbh is a subsidiary of the german hunting rifle and shotgun manufacturer merkel gmbh which was acquired by caracal international l. And out of suhl expertise merkel has given birth to a new gun category. Plain double underlug extractor action with merkel cross bolt marked suhler waffenwerke gebruder merkel, suhl in crescent on bottom. There are product groups where merkel makes no more than a single hunting gun per year.
Working hard to rectify that situation are my friends at merkel usa, the importers naturally of fine german made merkel shotguns. The book of the gunmaker the workshop diary of gebhard merkel is. Blue on barrels is in amazing shape as is the case coloring on the receiver. Merkel shotguns shotguns multi barrel sets sellers information when emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on. Merkel, gebruder merkel 12ga sxs made in suhl germany no. Makers darne, merkel, arrieta, beretta, browning, holland, purdey, richards, bernardelli, parker, fox, lc smith, and most other double barreled shotgun, gun and double rifle makers. Merkel, gebruder model photos gun values by gun digest. Stock is of straight design and is nicely hand checkered as is forearm. Apr 08, 2009 i acquired this shotgun in the uk which is my current residence for. Merkel produces all the essential components of a gun itself. Owners manual merkel suhler jagdund sportwaffen read the instructions in this manual carefully before using this firearm. What is the value of a merkel uo shotgun serial no 94842 its in very good condition has engraving of dog pointing. Buy online, view images and see past prices for prewar gebruder merkel over and under shotgun invaluable is the worlds largest marketplace for art, antiques, and collectibles. Merkel guns, now including a bolt action rifles, are well made and available in the united states.
Merkel is the last of the large scale hunting rifle manufacturers in suhl. Nov 02, 2010 hey all, i am posting this for a friend. Traditionally, model numbers were not marked on the guns. The blued barrels are engraved gebruder merkel suhl and germany. The serial number is xxxxx i was wondering what the current value is. Higher grade overunder fitted with kersten crossbolt, finer engraving and fancy wood. Double trigger with ejectors, cocking indicators, auto safety. Famous for its sporting guns, merkel s facilities were left intact. Simson 12 boxlock extract suhl 1951 made in suhl when. Cornell publications llc links to merkel arms catalog reprints. The new gun museum in suhl documents the past and the present of the city as a chronicler and keeper of a rich tradition of the suhl weapon smiths since 1535.
Even if the merkel brothers were more committed to the overandunder gun at the start, the merkel philosophy was soon devolved to the traditional sidebyside gun. It is a beautiful gun id like to be able to use it pheasant hunting if possible. Assembly, ballistic testing and final inspection we only rely on ourselves to carry out these processes. Over the past few years, ive developed a real appreciation for german and european ou shotguns. It includes waffenfabriks, buchsenmachers, buchsenmachermeisters, schaftermeisters, and gewehrfabriks amongst the many occupations. Translationthe company luck brothers was founded in 1879 by franz and wilhelm luck and can thus look back in 1929 on a 50 years of existence. Gun values by gun digest brings you the authority of our annual gun pricing guide, the standard catalog of firearms, in a simple online package. Gebruder merkel 18981947, 1992 also used on guns made by veb ernst thalemann 19471992.
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