Merkel Model 2000
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Reengineered 200 series renamed in 1995 as homage to the outgoing millennium, featuring calibre-adapted receivers.
Active:
1995-present
Action: Over/Under Boxlock
Gauges: 12, 20
Price: Premium
($4,000-$12,000)
History
The triumphal procession of Merkel over-and-under guns started with the 200 series in the 1920s. This series was reengineered in 1995 and renamed the 2000 series as homage to the outgoing millennium. Each caliber has its own dimensioned steel receiver for perfect optical harmony. The series uses a Suhl modification of the Anson & Deeley boxlock from 1875 with compression spring ejectors. Models include 2000E, 2001E, 2002E, with the flagship 2003C featuring special Merkel sidelocks.
Did You Know?
- Originally 200 series from 1920s
- 2003C flagship has sidelocks
- Calibre-adapted receivers
Specifications
Barrel Lengths
26", 28", 30"
Weight
6.5-7.5 lbs
Receiver
Suhl-modified Anson & Deeley
Models in This Series
Shotguns in the Model 2000 series