Merkel 161

Merkel double rifl es virtually personify the renaissance of these fi ne hunting guns. The well renowned Suhl tradition of hand crafted quality combined with technical fi nesse exudes a special charm. The side-by-side rifl e has successfully proven its self on its home turf, the European driven hunt, and is now relished and appreciated worldwide in the fi eld and on elevated hunting stands. Merkel gunmakers kept their focus on the ideal form for these rifles by creating a design that is slim, responsive and elegant. Two frame sizes are utilized to perfectly match each rifle to the size of its respective caliber. The wide range of available customized options fulfills and exceeds the expectations of true hunting aficionados worldwide. For vertical and horizontal alignment of the barrels with one another. This feature can be utilized to regulate both barrels to the same point of impact when changing ammunition or optical sights without the need for resoldering. The fine contours of the Merkel 141 side-by-side rifle resulting from the compact action make this very slim side-by-side rifle particularly impressive. Locking mechanism: Merkel 161: Intricate Merkel side locks with safety catch levers. Breech: Steel action with Greener-style cross bolt and double conventional bottom bite. Long-lasting and solid. Trigger: Double trigger with front set trigger. Single trigger available as an option. Safety: Automatic safety. Ejectors. Barrels: This picture-perfect gun is particularly responsive thanks to the compact 21.65 inch soldered barrels. Engraving ‘Simple arabesque’ engraving is standard. Stock: Beaver-tailed forearm for perfect handling.