I have two Merkel Model 141 SXS double rifles in 9.3X74R, both are NIB with the paperwork. Both have ejectors, single non-selective trigger, the rib on both are factory cut for a scope mount. These are the guns made on the 28ga size frame, 22" barrels, weigh about 6 3/4lb, with adjustable regulation. $5050 shipped to the first 48 states, FFL required.
ken@kebcollc.com

Seem awfully light for the calibre?

I have used one and thought it OK, sold lots of these and the guys that have them seem pleased. But if you want a gun with more weight I also sell the Chapuis at 7 1/2lb.

Available in smaller bore? 8x57R? 7x65R?

I have one of the Merkel 141's, albeit with a little different configeration. It is very, very accurate, a joy to carry and will kill the snot out of any buffalo you wish. The weight/recoil is absolutely no problem for me.

Sorry, the only 141's I have are in the 9.3X74R. I generally do not have smaller guns.

Test fired a Merkel 141 in 9.3 X 74R in hopes of buying it. The recoil was so significant to the point I sent it back. Bought a Ruger #1 in the same calibur and it's a pleasure to shoot. I would not hesitate to buy a double in 9.3 X 74R but would insist on one that had more weight to it. JMHO

Larry Sellers
SCI Life Member

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Originally posted by Larry Sellers:
Test fired a Merkel 141 in 9.3 X 74R in hopes of buying it. The recoil was so significant to the point I sent it back. Bought a Ruger #1 in the same calibur and it's a pleasure to shoot. I would not hesitate to buy a double in 9.3 X 74R but would insist on one that had more weight to it.

I've shot them. Can't see the point in building a double too light for caliber, or that short barreled.
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Greetings from Texas Kebco,
I will be taking the 141 you sold me a few years ago to Namibia this May. These guns are wonderful. Not too light for a hunting rifle but not too heavy either. I think most of the DRSS members that shot my gun last summer will agree it is a nice gun when you have to carry one all day.

A Merkel 9.3 from a few years ago would be on a 20 ga frame, yes?

I handled a new Merkel on the 28 ga frame today and that is one handy rifle. I too thought they were too light for caliber but all Merkel did was put them in the running. This one weighed 7.15 lbs vs my Chapuis at 7.35. It's not too light it's just now in the same class as the competition. This said I love the Merkel 9.3's on the 20 ga frame. Heavier yes, and I love 'em.

The bbls on the new Merkel are quite a bit shorter. I don't prefer this. But again, this little rifle defined the word "handy"!