Hoser,
The Newer Merkel rifle in 9.3 and 30-06 is built on the small 28 gauge frame. It is very light. I have this 141 Model in 30-06 and love it. I would not like the light gun in 9.3x74r. It would be too light and more felt recoil. The older Merkel 140 Model was made on a larger frame and weighed 1 lb + more than the new. I had that gun prior to the 06 and loved it as well.
Bob Jurewicz