Exceptional Factory Karola Kroth Signed and Master Game Scene Engraved Merkel Model 160-2.1 Hand Detachable Sidelock Dangerous Game Double Rifle in .470 Nitro Express with Box and Case
A magnificent Merkel double rifle with 2012 German proof marks, hand-detachable sidelocks, signed master engraving, and dramatic African dangerous-game scenes, this is a highly desirable modern sporting collectible with exceptional presentation value and true safari-rifle character.
- Built with blued steel monoblock barrels, offering the strength and refined appearance expected from a premium Merkel double rifle
- Full-length matted solid rib designed to reduce glare and provide a clean sighting plane
- Sighting system includes:
- Beaded blade front sight on an integral ramp
- Three-leaf rear sight with one standing leaf and two folding leaves
- Raised quarter rib with a slot for mounting a red dot sight; the slot is currently filled
- Barrel features and markings:
- 2012-dated German proof marks on the barrel flats
- Standard factory markings
- Front sling swivel
- Chambers fitted with automatic ejectors for fast, positive case ejection
- Coin-finished hand-detachable sidelock action, a premium traditional action style prized by collectors and serious hunters
- Mechanical features include:
- Greener crossbolt for strong lock-up
- Bushed firing pins
- Ribbed cocking indicators
- Double triggers
- Articulated front trigger for added shooting comfort
- Tang-mounted manual safety
- Elegant engraving and collector-grade embellishment:
- Lovely light Arabesque scroll engraving
- Attractive border engraving surrounding “MERKEL” on the underside
- Left lockplate features a game scene of a pair of rhinos with Mt. Kilimanjaro in the background
- Right lockplate depicts a trio of buffalo bulls standing in long grass
- Signed “K. Kroth” at the bottom of the left lockplate by Master Engraver Karola Kroth, adding important provenance and collector appeal
- High-quality stock and furniture:
- Attractively contrasting figured wood
- Multi-point checkered splinter forend
- Coin-finished and engraved forend iron and release
- Pistol grip stock with added weight
- Black grip cap
- Shadowline cheekpiece
- Rear sling swivel
- Black rubber recoil pad
- Included with the rifle:
- Original factory box
- Merkel-branded aluminum Americase
- Measurements:
- Length of pull: 14 3/8 inches
- Weight: 10 lbs. 10 oz.
With its signed Karola Kroth engraving, African dangerous-game motifs, original factory box, Merkel Americase, and refined sidelock construction, this rifle offers the craftsmanship, provenance, and visual presence that make it especially appealing to collectors of fine European sporting arms.
Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes with minor handling evidence and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. Mechanically excellent. The box is very fine and the case is excellent. A great opportunity to own a work of art chambered for a cartridge capable of tackling any of Africa’s dangerous game!
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