The Merkel 140-2 in .470 Nitro Express is a German-made Anson and Deeley boxlock double rifle with automatic ejectors and precisely regulated barrels. It provides African professional hunter quality in a double rifle at a price well below the London houses, and has become a popular choice for hunting outfitters. Type: Double Rifle Action: Break-Action Caliber: .470 NE Capacity: 2 Year introduced: 1995, Germany Weight: 11 oz Overall length: 42" Status: Active Intended use: Dangerous Game, Safari, Hunting