The Merkel 303EL is a sidelock over/under with EL-grade walnut and engraving, built on a Holland & Holland-type detachable sidelock O/U action. The 28-inch barrels in 12 gauge are the standard field configuration. Merkel's 303EL represents the pinnacle of German O/U production — a sidelock over/under with the same intercept safety and mechanical refinement of Merkel's best side-by-side sidelocks. Type: Shotgun Action: Break-Action Caliber: 12 Gauge Capacity: 2 Year introduced: 2003, Germany Weight: 79 oz Overall length: 45" Status: Active Intended use: Upland/Collection