Ross:
Is that photo of the SAC gun with the grouse the early D2 that R.R. acquired? If so, would sure like to see the engraving to compare to my example (although I still have no information that will explain the D2 grade designation on these early high-grade SAC guns). As to your original earlier question R.R., pertaining to low serial numbers, a few months ago I was allowed to handle what may be Hollenbeck's original prototype; a high-grade gun with no serial number and some features not seen on standard production guns (Ross has perviously posted some photos). I need to write an article featuring this gun; but have been lazy and unmotivated lately. R.R. the stock carving behind the cheek-piece, un-checkered check panels, and round knob grip seem to be standard production features on the earliest high-grade SAC guns. I suspect the cheek panel carving on Ross's late Grade B was a special order item, as I do not recall having seen that feature on another late Grade B gun and it is not shown in catalog depictions of the B grade. Thanks for posting something about Syracuse; it's been a while.
