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Article: The Guns Of MERKEL.
- Article from:
- Guns Magazine
- Article date:
- December 1, 2000
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A trio of modern classics proves Germany's finest gunmaker just keeps getting better.
Today the quality manufacturing tradition of the Suhl region shines once again. The Merkel line of O/U, SxS, drillings and combination rifles, brought to America by GSI, Inc., are perfect for hunters who want fire craftsmanship combined with Old World style.
A history of firearm craftsmanship has come from Thuringen Forest region, in particular from the town of Suhl, birthplace of the Merkel firearm. Merkel firearms display the dedication to craft and attention to detail typical of German workmanship.
In 1898, the Merkel brothers founded a factory in Suhl. This ...