The Merkel 280EL is a 28-gauge side-by-side built on a true scaled 28-gauge frame with EL-grade walnut and engraving. The 28-inch barrels in 28 gauge provide the ideal sub-gauge upland configuration. Merkel's Kersten cross-bolt locking is adapted to the smaller 28-gauge frame. A refined sub-gauge field gun from Germany's historic Suhl gunmaking tradition. Type: Shotgun Action: Break-Action Caliber: 28 Gauge Capacity: 2 Year introduced: 2003, Germany Weight: 63 oz Overall length: 44" Status: Active Intended use: Upland/Collection