I'm looking to purchase a new semi auto for duck hunting. The serial number location on the Stoeger is really annoying.Somebody wanna hotlink my video? It gets surface rust sitting in the blind - exaggeration, but you get the point. I put the TTI Benelli carrier in (fits perfectly), the TTI extended safety on, and a Nordic extension tube with lightweight teflon follower. The trim forend helps keep your eye close to the bore axis, meaning quicker and more intuitive pointing. Is the Beneilli name worth $500 that is something you need to decide. Preference for one over the other nothing more. Well Known Rokslider. By re: Franchi Elite Vs. Benelli M2 20 Gauge Posted on 10/1/20 at 1:33 pm to EveryoneGetsATrophy. Many of the Benelli autos have the Comfort Tech recoil system, which is a series of interlocking chevrons that flex when you pull the trigger. What did the pattern result in? Mainly due to a few cycle failures in snowy/Icey conditions. For dove season and teal season I bought a 20 gauge stoeger condor o\u . Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. FRANCHI AFFINITY 3.5 By Laura Kovarik. Past 2weeks have been good and I was pattering it with different loads an hour ago. Our test gun did have a plastic feel to it, but Franchis will hold up to all the rigors of duck hunting. Compared to the vintage days the guns where made of either good old American Union backed or Belgium/German forged cold blued tempered Chrome Molly steel,thats Blued to the bone with all quality steel inner parts also not one piece of plastic! In the past week my best friend and his dad along with me got the elite and put them through clays and birds out in Missouri and are mega happy. I had a small issue with the affinity sticking on the recoil but it was a spring issue and their customer service was amazing. So he will have a complete 3 gun ready shotgun for 12-1300 bucks. The Franchi Affinity 3 goes for $849 to $959 MSRP and you can buy it for even less over the counter. Joined. Display as a link instead, I'm looking at a new shotgun for waterfowl. All have sling-swivel studs and the stock features length-of-pull spacers, so it can fit shooters of all sizes. But give me a Remington M31 12g pump (trap grade be even better?) Only store in immediate area that carries Franchi/Benelli is Scheels (and they are pricey). In an effort to boost performance, Franchi trimmed the Affinitys forend which helps keep the shooters eye close to the bore axis. Apr 27, 2019 #2 bullgator Darn Flankee. For more shotguns like the Franchi Affinity, check out our features on the Benelli Super Black Eagle, Beretta A300, Browning BPS, & Remington 870! Each 12-gauge shotgun was patterned from 35 yards with Federal Speed Shock No. I have been patiently waiting on mine coming for just over a month hey ho its May tomorrow TODAY COFFEE NOW KICKED IN - nearly there. The franchi is a clone to the benelli m2 field. By cutting down excess weight and incorporating their simplistic Inertia Driven System, Franchi gave these shotguns excellent swing and balance. After shooting a reliable browning maxus for quite some time I was lookin to swap to inertia driven shotgun for what was then the upcoming 17-18 season. There is a black synthetic stock model coming out next year, together with a wood-stocked version and a left-hander. There is a hunting/gun shop about 45 minutes away that has the Stoeger M3K for about $580. The Best Workhorse Shotguns That Are No Longer in Production (But You Need to Own). Hey Rabbiter what model did you get?, I've ordered the 26" barrel but I've seen that GMK are importing the camo version now too. This gun has literally been dropped in the slough, then kicked around because I was trying to find it with my feet in waders, halfway stepped on and then brought to surface. I hunt in a lot of wetland so rust protection is a must. Complete access to a library of digital back issues spanning years of Gun Dog magazine. Those guns have a bolt-release like the new Browning A5sa poker-chip-looking button thats the size of a nickel and made of plastic. A forum community dedicated to Shotgun owners and enthusiasts including the Remington, Beretta, and Mossberg shotguns brands. But in todays world where the hunter isnt a bit worried on how his gun preformed or how straight it may shoot? The Franchi Affinity, an inertia gun, is assembled at the Benelli facility in Urbino, Italy. Hunt the Mississippi River primarily. 390 posts. I have an affinity and a montefeltro. For 3-gun purposes, enough parts interchange that you can set one up for 3-gun pretty easily. Bismuth shells from a number of makers (I have been shooting Federal and Rio No. 16.9k. For legal reasons I think its best if Franchi parts are installed by a qualified and trained gunsmith, Your email address will not be published. Flush Choke Tube. ETA: whereabouts are you in Iowa? no extra mark ups, just different materials used. Franchi Affinity 3.5 Waterfowl Elite Optifade Timber 12 Gauge Shotgun. So I'm looking at getting a new shotgun. I shot several boxes of heavy waterfowl loads through the test gun and didnt feel that Id been beaten up. The Benelli is just a little more refined and finished. it doesn't quite work like that well, not with Volkswagen group anyhow. That is a far piece for me to shoot anything with a shotgun. Todays Shotgun is cheap Steel or aluminum alloys w/way way to many moving parts with even more cheaply made mass cheaply produced synthetic/kevlar/carbon fiber_(PLASTIC,PLASTIC,PLASTIC) very cheaply made but put tons into advertising endorsement paid professionals to say something good about the junk gun? If you want to splurge on Apex TSS waterfowl loads, a 20 will kill birds as far away as you can shoot them. The exterior of the black synthetic and camouflage Franchis are not on par with Benellis, but they have been plenty durable in my experience. Although most Franchi owners tend to leave their shotgun naked, I have seen a few different optics on Affinities. Lastly, owners of an Affinity dont have to worry about the durability and long-term ability of their shotgun. Now the affinity is also great but not quite like the M2. Franchi has a better warranty. Specifically after waching your video.i like both the M3K and Franchi but like everyone looking for function and best bang for my buck theboth seem like really good options for the novice like my self. Franchi USA. Is there a noticeable difference in recoil and maintenance on these vs a new Sx4? Exclusive bird dog training videos presented by Gun Dog experts. Even with low velocity cartridges it loaded fine, used it through the winter on ducks and one evening had three for three shots. Although they may not be my favorite hunting weapons, I cant deny their superior balance, custom-feel, and innovative construction. Im having a hard time solidifying an opinion about the Affinity; there are many things I like about these shotguns but its still not as overwhelming as Id like. Learn more . Read Next: The Best Workhorse Shotguns That Are No Longer in Production (But You Need to Own). Therefore, I recommend the Israeli-made Meprolight Mepro-21 reflex sight; this decently expensive optic is ultra-reliable, multi-functional, and can even be easily switched onto a rifle. i can pretty much guarantee you that they're not the same parts, and it does make a difference. This ^ (plus my thumb/fingers are long and slender"ish") and gunsmith tweaked accordingly. Can't wait for it to be delivered. All rights reserved. The Franchi is benefiting from parts standardisation as that's why they have low price point on this gun! This elegant soft-shooting 12-gauge is a tip of the hat to its Italian engineering roots and also harnesses the superiority of the Inertia-Driven systems of its Benelli brethren. Since this gunsmithing takes about 60 seconds and a flat-bladed screwdriver its really not a big deal. You can post now and register later. Oversized Frag Bolt Release Button, Black. I couldnt tell any measurable difference in recoil between the SBE3 (which has Comfort Tech) and the Franchi (which does not). The Franchi Affinity can handle nearly all types of loads from 1 1/8 oz. Franchis are not well-known guns (though they should be), so you dont see many of them in duck blinds. I've been shopping a 20ga 24" barrel for my son who is 10 and taken a liking to shooting. Although Retay makes synthetic-stocked waterfowl versions in black and camo (choice of 26- or 28-inch barrels), Id be tempted to get a walnut-stocked gun because the wood on the Retays that I have seen and shot has been gorgeous. Inertia guns are simple to field strip. I have the M2 and love the gun, if I was spending the money for a brand new Franchi I'd buy a used M2. But the Franchi has really peaked my interest! Not all semi-autos at this low of a price point come with that option. Since Franchis are under the canopy of Benelli brands, you might assume they shoot like a Benelli. Single trigger and light . From what i have read there was a few issues with the Stoeger M2000, i believe the M3000 is a lot better but most of the comments and reviews I've seen say the Franchi is a very good gun. An oversized bolt release and enlarged loading . When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. Like other Franchi products, the Affinity Elite shotguns are backed by the brands seven-year warranty. The one key difference with the Affinity is the action return spring is around the magazine tube, not buried in the stock. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. One FTF "Benelli click" in it's life - my fault. The custom-grade controlsbolt handle, bolt release and magazine . This Brit dusted a clay target at 130 yards. The 20-gauge comes in black or Mossy Oak camo. Franchi's Affinity family of inertia-operated autoloading shotguns is a comprehensive one. It comes in black/synthetic stocks, Grade A satin walnut, and Mossy Oak or Realtree camo patterns. It shot 70 percent below and 30 percent above point of aim, leaving a small gap on the right side of the target. I can bet you? This is a breakdown of every 3-gun relevant part in the Franchi Affinity compared to the more popular (and more expensive) Benelli M2. Articles may contain affiliate links which enable us to share in the revenue of any purchases made. Hi David, thanks for reaching out. These semi-automatic shotguns are offered in a variety of sizes, gauges, finishes, weights, stocks, and even left-handed models. Shot doubles and pumps my whole life and a few day last year with my buddy's sx3. The Affinity Elite inertia semiauto comes in a 6-pound, 20-gauge model with a 26-inch barrel and a choice of Optifade Marsh and tan Certakote or Timber/gray. I'm having a gunsmith put the Briley extended bolt release on and am having the loading port opened (not as much as some people) and beveled (professionally). Other key features found on the Affinity 3 Elite models are removable trigger groups, chrome-lined barrel (the Upland also features a chrome bolt and bolt handle), Franchis Precision Cone Patterning forcing cones, and three extended choke tubes rated for close, mid, and long-range shots. If youre saving up for a Benelli, stop and consider spending the money you already have banked on a Franchi. Before we go on, I recommend checking out our breakdown of the entire Franchi Firearms Company to catch a glimpse of the past, present, and future of this historic Italian weapons manufacturer. 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