Merkel 1621 — side-by-side 20-gauge combination gun pairing a lighter 20-gauge shotgun barrel with a rifle barrel in light European hunting calibers. The lighter platform makes the 1621 more appropriate for younger hunters, women, and those who carry all day in light terrain. Shares the Merkel 1620 action but with a smaller bore shotgun component. Type: Combination Gun Action: Break-Action Caliber: 20 gauge / 7x65R Capacity: 2 Year introduced: 1995, Germany Weight: 88 oz Overall length: 40" Status: Active Intended use: hunting