Exceptional German-built side-by-side retail-marked “Richard Fischer Jr.” (Merkel pattern) in 16 gauge with 30″ barrels. Left-hand cheekpiece and 3/8″ cast-on make this a true left-hand game gun. Double triggers, side-clips with crossbolt, cocking indicators, color case-hardened action and solid concave matted rib. Excellent overall condition.
A high-quality German-built side-by-side finished in the Merkel pattern and retail-marked “Richard Fischer Jr.” This 16-gauge example features 30″ barrels finished in a deep blue with a solid concave matted rib, fixed chokes (Modified / Full), and a color case-hardened action. The stock is a round-knob semi-pistol with a left-hand cheekpiece and a 3/8″ cast-on, providing a true left-hand fit for left-handed shooters. Double triggers, side-clips with crossbolt, and cocking indicators add robustness and classic European detail. Overall condition is excellent: the action is tight on the face, bores are bright, the rib matting is crisp, and the finish shows only light handling marks consistent with careful ownership.
Make / Model: Merkel-pattern (retail-marked ‘Richard Fischer Jr.’)
Gauge / Chamber: 16 gauge / 2 3/4″ chamber
Barrels: 30″ (solid concave matted rib); fixed chokes: Modified (near) / Full (far)
Action: Boxlock, side-clips, crossbolt
Triggers: Double triggers
Stock: Round-knob semi-pistol grip, walnut, left-hand cheekpiece
Length of Pull (LOP): 14 1/4″
Drop at Comb (DOC): 1 3/4″
Drop at Heel (DOH): 2 3/4″
Cast: 3/8″ cast-on (left-hand)
Finish: Color case-hardened receiver; blued barrels
Rib: Solid concave matted rib (matted flat on top)
Sights: Brass front bead (field sight)
Condition: Excellent overall — tight action, bright bores, minimal handling wear
• True left-hand build (cheekpiece + cast-on) is uncommon and highly useful for left-handed shooters.
• Classic Suhl/Merkel pattern features (side-clips, cocking indicators, color case-hardening) are markers of quality European workmanship.
• 30″ barrels with M/F constriction provide a versatile patterning spread suitable for upland and woodcock/long-range grouse work.
• Excellent condition and original retail marking increase appeal to collectors and discerning shooters.
Shotgun Gauge: 16 Gauge
Manufacturer: Merkel-pattern (retail-marked ‘Richard Fischer Jr.’)
Model: 147 E
Barrel Length: 30
Chambers: 2 3/4
Condition: Excellent
Metal Condition: Excellent
Wood Condition: Excellent
Bore Condition: Excellent
Action: BLE
Triggers: Double
Stock Comb: 1 3/4
Stock Heel: 2 3/4?
Stock Cast: 3/8″ cast-on (left-hand)
LOP: 14 1/4
Rib: Solid concave matted rib
Sights: Brass front bead (field sight)
Chokes: Fixed chokes (Modified / Full)
Case: No
Item Location: Michigan
Grips: Round Knob Semi Pistol Grip




















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