They are good guns. Apr 28, 2019 #3 BriarPatch99 Senior Member Franchi is owned by Beretta (Holdings) .. Franchi is imported by Benelli USA .. Randy is that a picture of the dreaded Benelli thumb? They also have a wide variety of resources available on their websites, including FAQs, manuals, and instructional videos. The Italian manufacturer has come to dominate mind-share for the gasless shotguns, with models that start at $1,349 - more than double of what CZ's first inertia semi-auto will cost you. I enjoy their replacement (Beretta A400 Xplor) which I found in your price range used. If you are simply looking for a good, reliable shotgun that will get the job done, then a Benelli might be a good option for you. I can't find anything bad to say about any of those 3. As far as my own preference, in a 12 gauge it would be the Fabarm USA L4S as an upland gun and the Remington V3 as a plain-Jane looking, but do everything type of autoloader. Franchi was founded in 1868 by Pietro Franchi. Methinks he is trying to wear it out. It is 2-3/4" long and threads are located at the muzzle end of the choke (top of choke where choke notches are.) Most are easy to clean, though, and it often takes longer to describe it than to actually do it. If you have a big thumb, it is hard to push the shells into the magazine tube. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. I busted some clays today with the bro-law and nephew. Thursday I was talking to a buddy about my new shotgun purchase and he told me his brother was just talking about selling a shotgun that he bought for duck hunting but never used and he was left handed. benelli montefeltro Browning cyynergy field Beretta a400 . Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to get the latest updates on LSU Football and Recruiting. A forum community dedicated to Shotgun owners and enthusiasts including the Remington, Beretta, and Mossberg shotguns brands. How often to clean a shotgun means, to some people, when it stops working and not before. FORLOH AllClima Softshell and AllClima Stretch Woven Pant Review. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. Can you get the Montefeltro left handed? I have moved on from both of my Affinity's (12/20) due to them producing the infamous "click" that some experience. I love benellis, franchis, and all that they make though. Seems like your pretty into the wood stock and semi's but I have a Browning BPS with a synthetic stock that is my workhorse gun and love it. Anyone know what the difference is between the franchi affinity and the Benelli montefltro? One such disadvantage is its price tag; Benelli shotguns are generally more expensive than other brands on the market. The company is headquartered in Brescia, Italy. You'll love the affinity. If youre looking for a high-quality shotgun that will last you for many years, then Franchi is definitely a brand to consider. SBE1&2,Sport 1&2,Nova, Super Sport, Cordoba, M1, M2. The action is a lot smoother than my friend's franchi. I think it is as good a gun reliability wise as can be bought. My local shop has a new Element in 20ga for $699. Our sample gun was a 28"-barreled 12 gauge . I've decided I want an inertia gun this time. Affinity 3.5 Cerakote. MSRP: $1,029.00 Franchi Affinity 3 Compact Model: Affinity 3 Compact Caliber: 12 Ga. Capacity: 4+1 Barrel Length: 26" Overall Length: 45.375" Light weight, well balanced and fits me well. Overall, the pros and cons of the Benelli shotgun should be carefully considered before making a purchase. I would go with the Montefeltro Silver. My people skills are fineit's my tolerance for idiots that needs work. Again, rather than fix these potential issues, Benelli again wants you to buy a brand new gun, the Ethos, which is too light and too expensive to have mainstream appeal. Feel free to reach out to us or read our affiliate disclosure and privacy policy. Some of their most popular models include the AFP Over/Under, the AL 48 semi-automatic, and the Vinci pump-action. I have tested several and they are good, solid, reliable autoloaders with better than average triggers and a good warranty. I have a Beretta Tekneys 391 that I have used and abused for years and its held up remarkable well with the Xtragrain. Inertia Driven Operating System Target through Magnum Shell Operating Range Vent Rib Barrel Chrome Lined Barrel Screw- In Choke Barrel IC, Mod and Full Choke Tubes and Wrench Red Fiber Optic Front Sight 4+1 rds. The Italians can be a stubborn lot and the goofy, nearly impossible to replace recoil pad (a hold-over from the Franchi I-12) is something that should be lost in favor of a conventionally shaped pad. As others have mentioned, the main differences are comfortech, action spring in the stock vs forearm, and generally a more polished gun. -Editor). I can't find a franchi local to hold but held the Benelli and it felt great. Franchis fall under the Benelli umbrella of brands (along with Stoeger, Uberti, and French gunmaker Chapuis). Shotshell, Reloading, Ballistics, & Chokes. Affinity 3.5 Waterfowl Elite. Additionally, some users have reported issues with the guns reliability, particularly when it comes to firing shells that have been damaged or deformed in some way. "Of the many dozens of 20 gauge repeaters I've tested and owned, none of them are as remotely as hard on your thumb as the Benelli M2 and now, the Franchi Affinity. inertia 20ga autos aren't made to shoot the super cheap 7/8oz walmart fodder. I like the Benelli for the comfort stock, extended chokes you get out-of-box,and its safety (I really like the safety on my Beretta being ahead of the trigger guard - no one else has that, but I hate those hard-to-press small safeties that most guns have - SBE3 seems to have a easier to use kinda-oversized safety based on what I can see in pictures and videos). I would think that all three would be pretty excellent guns. They are good guns in general, although the factory triggers in Browning autoloaders are poor. Is Benelli that much more worth the price than the Franchi? Reaction score. Made at the Benelli facility in Urbino, the newest Franchi Affinity 3 has a larger charging handle and a bigger bolt release than the original Affinity. Retay vs Benelli vs Franchi 20 or 12 gau Btw, I've got a Tristar G2 410 and an Escort 20 gauge auto and really like them both. The classic Auto-Five would be very costly to produce today and we do not like making adjustments to autoloaders based on load intensity. I saved a few bucks but still got a great gun! But if I had to buy another tomorrow, it would most likely be a Franchi. I suspect that the 'T' in P.T. My grandson love the Affinity. 5 stand Well-known member. The A300 is a smidge heavier and you have to clean it more but it recoils less. The Mossberg 930 12 gauge is a fairly heavy and bulky gun. It is a 6-3/4 pound, walnut stocked gas gun with the best customer service in the industry. Look up the Benelli click I beleive the Franchi is effected by it but SBE 3 is not. 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. Softest and most reliable gas auto I have ever owned, and I have owned them all. Functionally, they are simple. I can't say yes. However, if you are looking for something with more features or customization options, then there may be better choices out there for you. Powered by Invision Community, NJDFW 2021-2022 New Jersey Hunting and Trapping Digest, https://www.benelli.it/en/arma/super-black-eagle-3-wood. The gas system is incredibly simple and innovative. Have an 1100 and a bunch of pumps but want a semi that I can beat up and not feel bad about. I didn't even care for the Browning A5. The Herstal Group puts Browning Silver and Gold variants in Winchester boxes and the Winchester SX3 and Browning Maxus are among the softest shooting autoloading actions. They seem pretty similar. The Franchi looks to have alot of the same qualities as the Benelli M2 except for the price and chamber size. Whether that's worth more to you is your decision. 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. I personally would go with the franchi, both guns will get the job done. Franchi Affinity- High-performance hunting machine with excellent maintenance record and fantastic shell per game mileage. Otherwise, it has cycled everything from pigeon loads down to subsonic 15/16 ounce Winchester Feathers." Is the Benelli worth the extra money? I have a mossberg 500, and a Stoeger 3000. Ultimately, benelli (the company) isn't going to mind if you purchase the benelli or franchi as they are all owned by the same company, beretta. I used the ethos all last season and it was great for all day carrying. Franchi is an Italian company that has been making high-quality shotguns for over a hundred years. A friends Monte does the same thing. Benelli has a long history of making high-quality shotguns. Unlock the Benefits of Knowing Your Winchester Serial Number, Complete Buyers Guide to the Sig Sauer P228. There is no simple answer to this question as it depends on what you are looking for in a shotgun. No issues with 3" and a few of 3.5" I shot. When it comes to customer service, both Benelli and Franchi are excellent. An Ithaca 37 would be my choice with a wood stock. Franchi Affinity 3 Upland What Gauge to get? Nevertheless, as this is written in 2016, most of the problems in the 12 gauge models have been eliminated, although the sub-gauges are not yet ready for prime time. Guess I could add that I've shot a Montefeltro 20 since the '90s, and think the world of them. I've never had a ultralight but I absolutely love the 20ga Montefeltro. Affinity 3.5. 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). They exist. All rights reserved. . Get the Benelli, bought my son a Franchi and had problems with it not ejecting casings properly. I really don't think fouling will ever result in a jam, unlike all the slip ring on magazine tube systems. It even says benelli on the receiver. If I can't kill it with 3 inch then it won't get killed. I am back in the saddle for wanting either the Montefeltro, Franchi Affinity, or the Weatherby Element in 20ga. The make and model of the gun, how well it is maintained, and the intended use all play a role in its quality. It is the longest recoil action possible, in a sense, as the entire gun recoils and only part of the split bolt remains stationary. By the end of this article, you should have a good idea of which brand is right for you. In fact, they are one of the most well-known shotgun manufacturers in the world. I emailed the Franchi customer support about this - turns out, they do NOT use thisnew systemto prevent the "benelli click" on the Franchi Affinity - here's what I was told: Thanks very much for your interest but the only guns with the easy loading system are the SBE3 and the Ethos. Their guns are used by many professional shooters and hunters, and they have a reputation for being very reliable and well-made. We will discuss their history, their products, and their customer service departments. However, they are low-maintenance guns with a 10 year warranty that define the old Bruno Civolani action. I have recoil sensitivity issues..pretty serious actually. I purchased a franchi affinity last year and I love it. It wasn't that tough, for a 2-3/4 inch chamber was all that was needed or wanted, lead was shot at everything and something like a Browning A-5 Light Twelve 12 gauge bored modified choke did it all. Well that is a bit concerning, is there any for sure evidence of that? Both companies make high-quality shotguns that are popular among shooters all over the world. Don't want to spend a ton but am skeptical of the turkish guns. Retay Arms Masai Mara EVO Camo ($850 in camo) Snipers Hide is a community of Snipers of all kinds, focusing on long range shooting, accuracy, and ballistics. I don't have a franchi so ican,t say on that one. WW, You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. Mossberg 500 vs 590: Which Shotgun Is Right for You? To me it would all come down to how it fits. Benelli has a long history of making high-quality shotguns. Benellis shotguns are used by many different law enforcement agencies and militaries around the globe. Newsletter Sign-Up. I have both, not enough difference to justify the cost of the Benelli IMO. POLL: when was the last time you went to a drive-in movie? It has an excellent trigger, 2000 round recommended gas piston cleaning intervals and is the softest shooting shotgun in its weight bracket, edging out the Winchester SX3 and Browning Maxus. I think Franchi are made in the Stoeger factory, Stoeger are made in the Benelli factory, Benelli are made in the Beretta factory, and Beretta are made in the Franchi factory :biggrin: I've owned two Affinity's, 12 and a 20. Founded by Frank Galli in 2000, Snipers Hide has been offering informational videos, podcasts, and other support to its users in one location. A 7-1/4 pound gun, currently offered in synthetic stocked versions, but with a low price (starting at $675 or so). But the franchi to me feels like a better fit for me. It is basically a Benelli M2 except cheaper. Their most popular models include the AFP Over/Under, the pros and cons of the same qualities the... 'Ve shot a Montefeltro 20 since the '90s, and French gunmaker Chapuis ) cons of the same as... 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