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*Merkel Model 280EL Side-by-Side Double-Barrel Shotgun
4/30/2014 - Firearms and Militaria: Live Salesroom Auction
.28 ga., 28" barrels choked IM/F, ejectors, S/N
384458
. Blue finish with nickel engraved receiver; high grade walnut checkered English stock. LOP 14.25", drop at heel 2.5", drop at comb 1.625". Canvas and leather carry case.
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Excellent condition with excellent bores. It retains all of its original finish and the wood rates excellent with a couple of very light scratches on the buttstock. This is a very nice small-bore shotgun.
Sold: $4,700.00
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