Merkel Model 160-2.2 Sidelock In 500 Nitro Express For Sale

[Ernie Shipman]

We have for sale a NEW Merkel model 160-2.2 Sidelock SXS double rifle in 500 Nitro Express. Octagon barrels, fully engraved with the Big Five (Lion, Rhino, Leopard, Elephant, Cape Buffalo), gold infill, cocking indicators, express sight with 50, 75 & 100yd leafs. Regulated for 35 yards with Norma ammo. Removeable sidelocks for service - a trus sidelock gun. A STUNNING RIFLE!

These are a 2 year wait for new orders at Merkel.

Also includes an Americase hard case for travel AND we are including a Mission Mercantile soft case (value $295).

AND - Thru Dec 31 Merkel is offering a $1000 rebate on double rifles!!!
MSRP in the rifle alone is $42,500 (plus the 2 cses - over 43K)

Our price on another forum is $39K; AH forum member s $37.5K plus shipping.
I have lots more photos if desired - shoot me a PM with your email!

 

[johnnyblues]

Damn nice.

 

[Ernie Shipman]

Looks BETTER in person!!!

 

[Ernie Shipman]

Will look even better in the bush chasing a Cape Buffalo!

 

[CAustin]

Beautiful rifle.

 

[Ernie Shipman]

I spoke with the folks at Merkel this afternoon - they asked me to drop price to $37,500 (I am guessing they want it sold and in the field asap!!!).