GLM:
I have the Merkel Mod. 76E (version of the Simson (top of the line box lock)) in 12g with cheekpiece, double trigger and hunting scene engraved side-plates. It's the best fitted (to me)gun in my cabinet and marvel at its overall fit and finish for the money spent......purchased slightly used at Waffen Frankonia, Munich during the first GGCA trip to the former E. and W. Germany.
Note, as I understand, the Simson brothers came to New York city during the time of WWII, never to return to their gun mfg. business in Germany.
Smiles
