KR1 (@ Merkel) means Kurzrepetierb�chse #1 (Kurz = Short, Repetierb�chse = BoltActionRifle)
K1 (@ Merkel) means Kipplaufb�chse (break/tip open rifle)
Merkel K1 and Blaser K77/K95 - no wonder because Horst Blaser constructed/"develloped" both - feature same basics (very strong, reliable tip open bloc action, similar proprietary saddle mounts).
Merkel KR1s feature a turn bolt, NO straight pull like the Blaser R93 - or the Strasser 05 which also is a brainchild of old Horst Blaser. BTW Horst Blaser is no longer owner of the Blaser Company. Owner is Michael L�ke, who also bought Sauer and Mauser.
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Last edited by ROE_DEER; 10/10/07.
