i want to buy an old and cheap s/s and came across simpsonltd. i see a lot of merkels/ayas and brnos for sale. what should i be wary of when looking for an old merkel. it will be used for rough shooting. ducks/geese/pheasant/grouse in wet/cold/snowy conditions. want english stock and 2 triggers.

will only shoot steel with light loads. can open chokes as needed.

no idea if doing anything to forcing cones should be considered.

any advice or options would be greatly appreciated. also other cheap shops like simpsonltd.

thanks.