The German of Suhl has been popularly named as the gunmaking city of Europe since the middle ages. And it was from this city that the 11 Merkel sons founded their firearm manufacturing company in the year 1898. Belonging to generations of gunsmiths and engravers, they amalgamated luxurious materials, perfect balance and lavish engravings in every Merkel rifle to carve a niche. They went on to becoming the only major gun maker that pulled through in Suhl during the difficult years post World War I. Today, Merkel is a distinguished name in the place that is so rich in the history of gun craftsmanship. Their product lineup is divided into Merkel Rifles, Merkel Shotguns and Merkel Accessories.