Benellis shotguns are used by many different law enforcement agencies and militaries around the globe. The most popular autoloading shotgun in history, the Remington Model 1100, was introduced in 1963 and is still in production. In the specific case of my grandfather, it had to, for that was the only firearm he owned. But if I had to buy another tomorrow, it would most likely be a Franchi. 870 12ga of a browning citori, those browning are incledibly good handling if they are a touch heavy. Why this minor change is called a redesign is anyone's guess, but the several Affinity models I've tested have been solid performers. I have a bunch of shotguns but the only one that gets any real time in the field is my Browning A-5 Sweet Sixteen which was somebody else's before it became mine. Are Franchi's made in the Benelli factory or are Benelli's made in the Franchi factory? Franchi Affinity 3 Upland What Gauge to get? I got the bottomland camo. "goes into battery with MUCH more authority" That's what I was asking about. The Remington 1100 still has a strong following, but its action does not compensate as well for load intensity as some other actions and the 1100 is the last mainstream autoloader to have a machined steel receiver. Ultra-reliable Inertia Driven system Chokes: Crio IC, Crio M, Crio F Type of Sights: Red-Bar Front Length of Pull: 14-3/8. It fits good, goes bang, is reasonably priced. Founded by Frank Galli in 2000, Snipers Hide has been offering informational videos, podcasts, and other support to its users in one location. I have a SBE 3. I have the sbe3,until our goose season got cut I put over 2 cases thru it a year.Only a few FTE when the gun got fowled.I have a few buds that shoot the browning maximus seems like a nice gun also. The Franchi Affinity is made with a wood or synthetic stock, chrome-lined vent rib barrel, and a drilled and tapped receiver ready for a Weaver style base. Is Benelli that much more worth the price than the Franchi? For those who get worn out with the funny colored receivers, Cole Gunsmithing can anodize your A400 receiver into a strikingly good looking gun. Their guns are used by many professional shooters and hunters, and they have a reputation for being very reliable and well-made. This Benelli test target is "within parameters" according to Benelli. :lol: Just surfing the web for info about the Affinity before I give it to my grandson. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to get the latest updates on LSU Football and Recruiting. Some claim recoil doesn't matter, but with all the miracle recoil pads, springy stock things, and managed-recoil shotshells out there, to many people how soft a shotgun shoots remains very important. I have the Franchi with(I believe) the bottom land camo. Scopes, guns, boots and other tactical stuff in-between. They are also popular among competitive shooters and hunters. Beretta calls theirs Xtra grain I think. Our sample gun was a 28"-barreled 12 gauge . Take a look at the LH Benelli M2, they come in 20ga. The kick-off stock is great if you're shooting a lot in one day. It may not display this or other websites correctly. No tears here! Mossberg 500 vs 590: Which Shotgun Is Right for You? Benelli Ultralite in the semi auto category. After researching and reading numerous incredibly positive reviews by gun "experts", I purchased a Grey Hunter. Their guns are used by professionals all over the world, and they offer a wide variety of models to choose from. The added some kind of ball-and-detent mechanism to the SBE3that ensures the bolt gets into battery, even if knocked out of battery or is slowly moved into position. With an included shim kit and sling stud, you'll be easily able to adjust the drop of the gun or attach a sling for more comfortable shooting and carrying. This was the case with my great-grandfather, grandfather and even my father for much of his life. Don't know pecans about lefties and right handed guns, but do know lefties are the only ones ever expressing a need to be on a certain end of the blind. I have a Benelli and a Franchi and can't see any differences in quality or workmanship. Got him a Super Black Eagle and he loves it. WARNING: Student Load Forgiveness is Very Unlikely to Pay for Your Next Elk Tag. Franchi Affinity 3.5 Model: Affinity 3.5 Semi-Auto Caliber: 12 Ga. Capacity: 4+1 Barrel Length: 28" Overall Length: 49.5" Finish: Matte Black Stock Description: Black Synthetic Weight: 7.0 lbs. Description. Thanks for the responses guys, I live in northern NY and do most of my crow hunting in some pretty cold temps. Randy is that a picture of the dreaded Benelli thumb? I always thought the SX3 was on the lighter side for a 12ga. In my case, it always happened when I was moving fast up to my dogs on point or brush catching the bolt handle. Well I had an interesting 2 days. I have an Affinity, and I am seeing rust appearing on parts of the barrel. Benelli has recoil spring in the stock, not under the forearm. Back to top Reply Replies (1) 34venture LSU Fan May 15, 2021 #34 I am so on the fence! Ya'll can have it lol. Never an issue.. Only difference is the recoil spring is under the forearm. It wasn't uncommon for your dove gun, pheasant gun, duck gun and recreational clays gun to be the same gun. If you buy the franchi you will have wished you had a benelli- buy once, cry once. I've never had a ultralight but I absolutely love the 20ga Montefeltro. That one looks really fake but I have a 20 ga in the same gun that looks really good. Experience flinch free shots while reducing your recoil by up to 70% when using a Precision-Fit Recoil Pad from LimbSaver. But the franchi to me feels like a better fit for me. I think its a great gun, I bought a 20 ga Compact Camo for my daughter and it works great well made. My experience thus far has been great and it should be on your "must see" list before you settle for something elseI'm glad I did. However, they are low-maintenance guns with a 10 year warranty that define the old Bruno Civolani action. Very interesting, basically the same gun but the Franchi has the recoil Spring over the mag tube like the Betetta Xtrema, which I reckon makes the gun more reliable as the only thing that ever went wrong with my benellis was the recoil tube gunning up Franchi Affinity vs Benelli M2 for 3-Gun - Detailed Parts Comparison Watch on Quote Which ever gun feels the best. Apr 28, 2019 #3 BriarPatch99 Senior Member Franchi is owned by Beretta (Holdings) .. Franchi is imported by Benelli USA .. Browning later licensed the design to Savage, who produced it from 1930-1949 as their Model 720. Man, when you sky blasting you need all the help you can get. I like how the sight is a little raised on the Affinity while the montefeltro is lower. I can't find anything bad to say about any of those 3. Light weight, well balanced and fits me well. I've been told that I'm "all thumbs" so it is difficult to know exactly what to measure. -Relatively expensive: Franchi shotguns are not cheap, with most models costing over $1000. Never again. At the time, I was able to purchase it for just over $1300 so it may be at the top edge of your budget. The affinity actually fits me a little better, I think due to the raise rib on the barrel. You can also talk to other gun owners to get their opinion on the matter. That would be really slimey to have two layers of wood quality ha. Just another option to take a look at. My people skills are fineit's my tolerance for idiots that needs work. -Editor). After a blazing introduction, Vinci sales have apparently fallen a bit flat. It features over-sized controls that make it easy to manipulate even if you've got gloves on or damp hands from setting decoys out. Pretty tempted. Both companies make high-quality shotguns that are popular among shooters all over the world. You are using an out of date browser. Look at the Benelli ethos in the blued version. The stock design on the three inch (shell length) Vinci has smashed fingers with a safety some find difficult to reach. Weatherby offers their SA-08 models, made by ATA in Turkey. Truly deserves a look and at about $750 it is half the price of many. I actually dont mind it. The Franchi is a very good gun and if the Benelli's price is an issue, the Franchi fits the bill. Benelli Montefeltro . Barnum stands for Tactical. I assume higher resale value with the benellli but that likely won't come up, $250 difference up front (locally $999 for Benelli, $750 for Franchi). Like its Benelli cousins, the Affinity Elite utilizes a very simple cycling system comprised almost entirely of a rotating bolt head, a bolt body, and a return spring. I would keep an eye on cabelas gun library online. However, it is priced right, a soft shooter and has a very good track record. Stay Up-To-Date With the Latest on Franchi. Powered by Invision Community, NJDFW 2021-2022 New Jersey Hunting and Trapping Digest, https://www.benelli.it/en/arma/super-black-eagle-3-wood. I am not going to pay Benelli's prices when there are less expensive guns that are just as reliable. Reaction score. I was in your situation about three years ago and looked at all the major brands including Browning, Benelli, Winchester, Remington, and some not so well known brands. The answer is yes, and no. Mine has been flawless. Ultimately, it all comes down to what you want and need from your shotgun. I purchased a franchi affinity last year and I love it. The company is headquartered in Urbino, Italy. They function dirty or wet and the only thing that tends to stop them is running them dry. Light, high build-quality, innovative design (easy breakdown and cleaning) and, yes, beautiful wood. The modern inertia action was invented by Bruno Civolani and is synonymous with the Benelli brand in many circles. Any reason why I shouldn't get one is there a better option for around the same money. This is the least expensive semi-auto shotgun produced by Benelli. On by stoeger i purchased a heavier spring for inside the bolt and have not had the issue since, I need to find out if the Franchi also has this "Easy Locking System" that the SBE3 has -https://www.benelli.it/en/arma/super-black-eagle-3-wood. It's easy! Benelli Recommends ETHOS Shotgun Starting at $2,199 View Features Select Options to Find Model Application Hunting Species Waterfowl Upland Turkey Action Semi-auto Gauge 12-Gauge 20-Gauge 12 Gauge 2 3/4", 3", 3 1/2" Stock Finish Black Synthetic Mossy Oak Bottomland Advanced Filters Price $499 $499 $3399 $3399 14 Results Reset Selections Shotshell, Reloading, Ballistics, & Chokes. The long recoil action was the only autoloading shotgun action that actually worked for many decades. It was the stock version that came in a cardboard box instead of a case. As others have mentioned, the main differences are comfortech, action spring in the stock vs forearm, and generally a more polished gun. Weaponizing sound and light over private land air space. WW, You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. For the 10 year warranty and a stronger brand name, the Benelli M2 and Benelli Montefeltro are low-maintenance workhorses, albeit at a high price. The monefeltro is also a great gun,imo it shoots smoother than most other benelli's, don't know why, just seems it to me. I have had 1 failure to feed and that was with a 1oz load. How did you guys who had no one to teach you get into hunting? The A-5 was the only gun that Browning Arms Company (founded after the death of John M. Browning) sold for a time. The forend is designed to keep your eye closer to the bore axis, allowing you to more easily aim down the sight for enhanced accuracy and comfort. Benelli Montefeltro vs Franchi Affinity 3 . Ultimately, benelli (the company) isnt going to mind if you purchase the benelli or franchi as they are all owned by the same company, beretta. Benelli Montefeltro has better finish and slimmer where-as the Franchi is a bit meatier. I suspect that the 'T' in P.T. Franchi Affinity: First shipments of these interchange with Trulock's Crio Plus style. You are using an out of date browser. Affinity 3 Turkey Elite . While this approach can work for a good long while for long recoil and some kinematic / inertia guns, it is not the best approach with gas actions. I think it is as good a gun reliability wise as can be bought. Whatever you do, make sure youre comfortable with the gun before you buy it. Back in 2012, Phil from Field & Stream commented on the then newly released Fabarm USA XLR5, saying, "I have not cleaned the gun yet (this is known as testing, not laziness) and after about 600 rounds it started having trouble with my slow 11/16 ounce reloads. All in all, Franchi shotguns have some pros and cons that you should consider before making a purchase. I have a Beretta Tekneys 391 that I have used and abused for years and its held up remarkable well with the Xtragrain. Our Sitemap. It even says benelli on the receiver. They also have a wide variety of resources available on their websites, including FAQs, manuals, and instructional videos. Most are easy to clean, though, and it often takes longer to describe it than to actually do it. The SKB brand launched a Turkish made, dedicated clays inertia gun, the IS300 / RS300 target, in late 2013 that also hasn't gained much traction in the marketplace. Affinity 3.5 Turkey Elite . the browning maximus seems like a nice gun also. Raised rib on Franchi, low rib on Benelli, nicer wood/bluing on Benelli vs matte finish on Franchi. Follow Us On Social Softest and most reliable gas auto I have ever owned, and I have owned them all. The Montefeltro if you want a semi auto. It's a great gun. Franchi Mobl Franchi I-12 New Spor]ng Model Crio Gazelle Mobl. pick you up some Winchester aa,Remington heavy dove, or Rio shells, ALL in 1oz, and your cycling issues will be but a memory. It was a surprise, considering the generally good performance of earlier Beretta autos and the Urika 2 in 12 gauge. 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