| buckstix |
| (.400 member) |
| 24/04/21 11:20 PM |
|
Re: My first Merkel Double Rifle - 470 NE - this is a great gun.
|
Quote:Hello mauserand9mm,
Yes I also like Merkel and have a 500NE myself.
Beware though, if it's true to history, you may develop a rattle in the buttstock, and make sure you always fire the RH barrel first (front trigger). Let us know how you get on and I can explain further if required, unless yours is newer than mine and has modifications. I bought mine second hand but virtually new in 2012.
Thanks for the reply.
According to the Factory, mine was made in 2005. I typically shoot front trigger first. (right barrel) I have noticed that the front trigger pulls easily, while the rear trigger is very hard - almost too hard. That doesn't concern me because I assume its to prevent mechanically doubling and/or strumming.
But, please explain further.
I couldn't find an original Merkel case, so I bought a Winchester 101 replica canvas and leather hard case, and I modified it to fit this gun. First 2 pics are as the case was advertised, the next 2 are as modified to fit my gun. You might say I "Merkel-ized" it.
.
.