The '80 are dreadful years for Merkel. They sell in $1500+/-100 range around here, if in like new condition. There are nice ones out there you don't have to break over your knee.

Matter of fact, I just helped bright eyed old dude buy his first SxS.

It's minty 626 'Onyx' with vr, sst, and BP mobil? chokes. It's just what 'ole O/U shooter needs for ducks und clays. Nice clean and affordable piece ($1499) with no stupid greener x bolt or grotesque appearance.
Gee, you missed good one on 3rd July, I would have held it for you if I knew you needed a modern SxS cabable of handling all modern shotshells.