Syracuse Arms "The Hollenbeck" 12 Gauge SxS Hammerless, 30-inch Damascus, Extractor-Only — Antique
This early-pattern Syracuse Arms side-by-side is the hammerless model originally marketed as "The Hollenbeck," designed by Frank A. Hollenbeck and built in Syracuse, New York. It features 30-inch Damascus steel barrels with a solid top rib, a right-opening top lever, and an extractor-only setup. As a U.S.-made antique with distinctive construction and configuration, it stands out to collectors of early American doubles.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Specific Condition Notes: Overall, it presents well for its age and background. There are widespread scratches and blemishes, with finish wear and patina throughout. Pitting is present in patches across the shotgun. The bores appear clean and shiny. The splinter forend is mildly loose with a small amount of play.
What’s Included
- Syracuse Arms "The Hollenbeck" 12 Gauge side-by-side shotgun
Designed by Frank A. Hollenbeck, this internal-hammer (hammerless) double represents Syracuse Arms' early production identity before the model name transitioned to "The Syracuse." Its U.S. manufacture in Syracuse, New York, and period features make it an appealing piece for those focused on American doubles from the turn of the 20th century.
The 30-inch Damascus steel barrels are topped by a solid rib, and the action uses a right-opening top lever. The gun is configured for extractors only (non-ejector) and is operated by double triggers. Capacity is two rounds.
Stocked in walnut, the gun carries a pistol-grip with a round-knob and hand-cut checkering. It is fitted with a splinter forend secured by an underside latch. Length of pull is 14.0 inches, and the receiver is steel with rounded fences.
Notably, there is a documented note of a serial number discrepancy between the supplied confirmation and the forend-iron stamp visible in the photos. This is recorded for clarity in documentation.