^Lot 1135 **Merkel Drilling rifle, 8x57R/16 gauge, 25.5” barrels, double set trigger

**Merkel Drilling rifle, 8x57R/16 gauge, 25.5” barrels, double set triggers, beautifully engraved receiver with gold inlaid “PR” initials on top of barrel release lever, S/N 11505, cocking indicators, horn trigger guard, checkered wood stocks with bullet trap on top of butt stock and horn butt plate; overall fine condition with majority of finish, fine bores, crisp actions and fine wood; barrel address, safety “S” and barrel selector “S” also gold inlaid. A high grade Drilling by a great maker! Est.: $3,000-$6,000.