Hello,

I'm new to this forum and look forward to being a member.

I'm also new to the world of fine weapons, all of my prior experience has been with commercially produced weapons. however, I recently inherited a beautiful combination gun from a very good friend who was an avid hunter and mentor.

The gun is 16ga over 8x57JR (.318 bore). Barrel markings show the maker to be Muchler & Sons, Nevenrade West. It is fully engraved with a stag scene on one side and a bird scene on the other. the stock has a spring open cartidge well. The scope mount assy is removable and there are both fixed and flip up rear sight blades for the open sights. I also have reloading dies, but have not found any load data.

This gun will not be a safe-queen, I will hunt with it regularly. My friend did not believe in owning any gun that he did not use, and I made the same pledge to his wife when she handed me tne Muchler. Basically, I am looking for any information I can find about this gun, gun-maker, and calibre.

Thanks,

Will