Details of Lot 263
MERKEL
A FINE 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR OVER AND UNDER GUN, NO. 45961

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 choke boring, machined solid rib, Kersten bolt extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving around scenes of dogs and game in woodland landscapes, gold cocking stud, articulated front trigger, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock, sling swivels, German nitro proof

The gun appears very little used. The proof marks are dated June 1957.

Sold for £1700
Fine Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns
Sotheby's, New Bond Street, London
18 April 2012
Commission is 25% ex. VAT. Artist's Resale Right may apply