Sounds like it is going to be a double of some sorts, SXS or O/U?
Marlin is bringing back the L.C. Smith SxS, and also an O/U for 2005. They are having thm made in Italy. Check out marlin on Sport South, they list for something like $1,300 to $1,700. The H&R version might be another gun that company in Italy produces, don't really know for sure yet. We will probably know more after the S.H.O.T. Show.