Merkel‘s only production site is in Suhl – we see the location as a guarantee of quality that is recognised in many countries around the world. The Suhl manufactory is an exceptional combination of hunting gun manufacturing and high-tech forging. Merkel combines the traditional manufacturing methods of handcrafted hunting guns with the highest standards of quality and safety – all achieved in what is, for this day and age, an unusually deep in-house range of manufacture, from cold forged barrels to hand engraving. With every part of a Merkel gun, careful consideration is given to whether, from the customer’s point of view, it should be handmade or machine produced. Today Merkel exports into more than 40 countries all over the world and has more than 120 employees – each one a highly qualified specialist. They often come from families that have worked in the gunmaking trade for generations. They bring to us the manufacturing skills and expertise to find unusual solutions. Merkel employees define themselves and their work on the basis of the long tradition of Suhl gunsmithing.

Merkel, which is an esteemed name in firearm craftsmanship, has a storied legacy of producing exceptional rifles that seamlessly blend modern innovation with traditional excellence. From the iconic K5 single shot rifle to the cutting-edge Helix range, Merkel is celebrated for engineering the fastest straight pull rifle on the European hunting scene. The Merkel double rifle, a testament to their commitment to precision, reflects a dedication to quality that extends across their entire range of rifles.

Merkel rifles are designed for versatility, catering not only to various deer species in the UK but also to the challenges of boar hunting on the continent.

We here at Blue Fox are proud to be chosen as one of only four stockists in the UK of Merkel rifles.