very similar i would think... sharing many common parts, like krupp barrels, sauer actions and small parts made by job shoppers who supplied parts to the trade...

however, merkel's usually exhibited embellishments like scalloped receivers, exquisite engravings and wood finishing, not found on your typical sauer field gun...here is an example:

https://www.morphyauctions.com/jamesdjul...-shotgun-32637/

Last edited by ed good; 08/19/20 04:14 PM.

keep it simple and keep it safe...