Merkel Model  47, 12 ga. side by side shotgun.  Serial #54801, mfg Germany.  Very good condition.  28” barrels have excellent bores, 75% blue with few light scratch marks.  2 ¾” chambers, choked MOD & FULL.  Double triggers and extractors.  Receiver has little remaining case colors, more in protected areas.  Straight grip stock and forearm have good finish with slightly worn checkering.  Stock has been shortened with White Line recoil pad added.  Rear sling swivel has been moved.  LOP is 13”.  Merkels are known for their sturdy lock-up – this one is tight as a safe!  Great pheasant gun!