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Old 12-09-2010, 06:39 PM   #1
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Default Merkel 12 ga shotgun

hello. can anyone help me determine the model and value of this merkel shotgun? please help!

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Old 12-09-2010, 06:55 PM   #2
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here are more photos
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Old 12-10-2010, 06:23 AM   #3
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Default Re: Merkel 12 ga shotgun

At first blush, I'd say its a 210. What markings are visible on the barrel when it is assembled?
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Old 12-10-2010, 09:45 AM   #4
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no markings are visible when assembled.
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Old 12-10-2010, 09:59 AM   #5
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am i right to say the "350" stamp is a manufacture date of March 1950?

here is a closer look at the stamp marks. 1 stamp has an "N" over it, the other is an "M".
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Old 12-10-2010, 10:21 AM   #6
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Correct, March of 1950.

Value in neighborhood of $2200-$2500.
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Old 12-10-2010, 05:03 PM   #7
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According to the Blue Book, the Model 210 was made pre WW2 - you need to take that piece to a reputable gunshop or appraiser - too much info in Blue Book, it's confusing.
Value could be much much higher than 2500 buckeroos.
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