I had Merkel 201e from ca. 1956. The engraving and metal work plus Bohler steel barrels were excellent in light 6.5lb gun. The stock finish as typical of entry level series produced stuff at the time was ok. One thing that struck me was the gun was easy to use and maintain right from the start (bought it in what appeared unused condition) unlike newer series produced offerings where the gun has to broken over the knee and disassembly/re-assembly being frustrating process. I do like the nicer wood on newer stuff but do not think sample should be broken in using thousands of rounds to make it pleasure to use and maintain. Rant over
I have to say that Buhag Hubert up there is work of art sort of like old high grade Victor Sarasqueta made at the foothills of Pyrenees.
