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I did a closer inspection of the barrels and action, and while they are well marked, I still am unable to locate a makers name. The gun does, very much, resemble a picture I found of a Merkel O/U Combination Gun. My gun is quite plain. Only minimal scroll engraving on the case hardened action, and a nice straight grained stock with some decent contrast, but no real feathering or burl. It has a gentle "hog-back" comb with an oval cheek-piece. I have also recently discovered that the rifle barrel was counter-bored. I am guessing that it must have been shot frequently with corrosive ammo? The rifling is still very good, so I'm curious what possessed them to counter bore it back for nearly an "1 1/2? It shoots well enough so far. I've noticed that many of Simpson Ltd's guns have come here to the U.S. from Scandinavia. Since Sweden was a neutral country, they must have maintained commercial relations with Eastern Germany during the Post/Cold War years. It is becoming a weapon which I look forward to hunting with. Has anyone taken a Moose with the 8x57 IRS?

Thanks for your time gentlemen. There is much good information on your site, and I am enjoying your treasury of pictures as well.

Sincerely,
Northhunter.

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