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The time has come to pass on my second-generation 1941 Merkel 16 to the third and fourth generations. It needed to make a stop on the way east for a new toplever spring, though. Conner Carson at Orvis-Sandanona tackled it. One does not send off a gun like this with a light heart, but was extremely pleased with the process. From contact and communication, fabrication, cost, turnaround, and shipping, I couldn't have been more satisfied.
Many qualified smiths have retired and/or moved on, and Conner is filling this void. He has several Instagram posts that will give a feel for his capabilities. One does not 'unload' a gun like this lightly after using it for close to 50 years, and the posts assisted in the comfort level greatly.
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Glad it worked for you.
Tell us more about the gun. Any pics?
Did you sell it or pass it down?
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Good for you, welder!! And as you say it is hard to find a good gunsmith today. So, it is nice to hear that it turned out so well for you. Good luck!!
Last edited by Jimmy W; 05/03/26 12:53 PM.
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OWD,
Passed it along to son-in-law and grandson! I could text/email a pic to someone to post. Too frustrating to re-learn how!
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Welder,
Thanks for the heads up, as I own several Merkel's and have wondered about a repair if needed as GSI has stopped importing and repairing them.
If you send me the photo, I'll be glad to post it for you.
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Here is the photo of Welder's Merkel. ![[Linked Image from jpgbox.com]](https://www.jpgbox.com/jpg/75934_1024x768.jpg)
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Very nice. Thanks for sharing/posting.
I love that cheekpiece.
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Yes, that cheekpiece is unusual and exquisite. Gorgeous engraving too!! Really unique piece, although Merkel has a talent for that!! Good luck!!
Last edited by Jimmy W; 05/04/26 11:35 AM.
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