Manufacturer: Merkel Gebruder
Model: 140 2-Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 416 Rigby
Barrel: 23 1/2 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
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Catalog Page: 198
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:Blue through lump barrels with blade front and two leaf (one standing, one folding) rear notch sights, rib marked "Safari .416 Rigby" with standard markings and proofs on the flats dated 2000, and single extractor. The bright coin finished receiver features detailed engraved African big game scenes of an elephant on the right and a rhino on the left. The balance is engraved in decorative scroll patterns. The left side of the receiver is signed "SH". The action has side clips, cross bolt, cocking indicators, dual triggers, and manual sliding tang safety. Checkered forearm with engraved fittings and pistol grip stock with raised cheekpiece, and serrated plastic buttplate. Length of pull is 14 1/4 inches. With leather bound Merkel takedown case.
Rating Definition:Excellent overall. 99% original blue finish remains with crisp engraving and a few light handling marks. The wood has sharp checkering and just a few small dings. Mechanically excellent. Case is excellent.