The rifle is a Merkel, I know it is the least expensive double, but I raelly like it. I got it on an auction on line, it was used, but the owner said it was never shot. Don't really beleive that.

The gun is in new condition, I fired federal factory at 50 yards and it shoots very well. It is shooting better then I can shoot. I am shooting 3 to 4 inches @ 50 yards with a gun I am not used to. I want to shoot 4" at 100 yards then I will feel good.

I loaded up several cases with 108 gr H4831SC with 500 Woodleigh and it had the same point of impact at the factory with less pressure judging by the cases.

The gun is at J.J. P------ having a recoil pad installed. I hope to get it back in several weeks. I will fire the gun about 200 shots minimum before I hunt with it in August.

I found the rifle fun to shoot off sticks, I made a tripod out of three pieces of cane to practice from. I want to be proficient at 100 yards before I hunt with the 470 NE.