They dont have the same name recognition as Benelli, but if youre looking for a new inertia-driven auto-loader for under $1,000, there are few guns that compare to the Affinity 3. I did not know that about the M3K! Messages. Great post! Built in a very modern, high-tech factory in Turkey, they are well fit and finished. There is also a 3-inch version of the Affinity as well as turkey, sporting, compact, and upland models, plus a womens variant with a shortened stock and higher comb, called the Catalyst. . . I'm looking to purchase a new semi auto for duck hunting. Franchi has a better warranty. Check availability here. The downside of minimal weight is, of course, added recoil, but the Affinity 3 Elite is very manageable thanks in large part to the guns TSA recoil pad which is dense and lacks sharp edges to hang-up in vests or clothing while mounting. Phil Bourjaily (1) Franchi Affinity 3 Elite Optifade Marsh 20ga. After shooting a few rounds with it, I was impressed. The difference Ive found in shooting a Franchi versus a Benelli is in the pattern. BrianEnos.com The Italian build quality is the biggest buying point in my humble opinion. How much of the parts are interchangeable between Bm2 and the Franchi . The serial number location on the Stoeger is really annoying. But ask me again in 5-10 years, seems like every semiauto I've had eventually started giving me problems. Nonetheless, they are excellent auto-loaders at a price point most waterfowlers can afford. 2s. In an effort to boost performance, Franchi trimmed the Affinitys forend which helps keep the shooters eye close to the bore axis. That means that inertia guns like the Affinity Elite tend to be reliable and are less demanding to maintain than most gas-operated semi-autos. 16.9k. Hi David, thanks for reaching out. Geese look big at the edge of range. You dont want to use a high-shooting gun to kill gobblers or whitetails. 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. 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. Franchi Affinity 3 Semi-Auto Shotgun -Even as you first shoulder it, you'll be surprised by its lean dimensions, functional design and ideal weight and balance. 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. Here's the ask: Looking for a new (or new to me) inertia shotgun - don't necessarily hate gas driven guns - have shot Brownings and Mossberg - they were OK but I don't want to have to be obsessed with doing more than running a swab and a quick wipe down. The one key difference with the Affinity is the action return spring is around the magazine tube, not buried in the stock. Paste as plain text instead, Gun Dog Premium is the go-to choice for sporting dog owners and upland hunting enthusiasts. Your link has been automatically embedded. We run 3-gun matches in Osceola. 12-gauge models with a 3 chamber (known as the Affinity 3.5 Elite) are also available in both patterns/finishes, and theres an Affinity 3 Elite Upland model with a A-grade satin walnut stock and a Gun Metal Grey Cerakote finish on the receiver and the barrel. Zero issues so far. The 20-gauge Waterfowl Hunter version with camo synthetic stock is matched with Browning/Winchesters very effective Inflex recoil pad. Every semi-auto Franchi Ive shot since the AL 48 has felt good in the hand. Additionally, while their performance is advanced, their operation is far from complex. I duck hunt mainly with it. The Affinity 3 is available in 12 or 20 gauge with either a 26-inch or a 28-inch chrome-lined ventilated rib barrel. The stock on the Affinity feels like cheap plastic to me. Join F&S+ to read exclusive stories by your favorite writers. The Inertia Driven system used in the Benelli and Beretta stands as one of the greatest actions ever built in a shotgun. But man the Price on the Franchi Elite is very reasonable. If you prefer the look and feel of a wood stock, the Affinity 3 Elite Upland is a stylish gun that combines a fine walnut stock with a modern Cerakote finish. Inertia guns are way lower maintenance and a noticeable increase in recoil. So he will have a complete 3 gun ready shotgun for 12-1300 bucks. I would also feel more confident hunting turkeys or deer with a Franchi because of its point of impact. I don't think I've ever seen a bad comment on the affinity. prettiness doesnt bring home the bacon but the new age hunter likes to be seen with a 5500$ shotgun thinking it paints a picture of how good of a Hunter this hunter w/the 5500$ shotgun looks or may be? Theyre light, trim, and easy to point. I waited for huge, and then hung on a couple seconds more until the four geese began to backpedal. [14] Franchi Affinity Elite Series. 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. re: Franchi Elite Vs. 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A used Benelli M2 perhaps, but for brand new the Beretta is about as good as it gets for ~$600. By cutting down excess weight and incorporating their simplistic Inertia Driven System, Franchi gave these shotguns excellent swing and balance. I've got to agree with Randy and Cheapo. I went to Cabelas with intentions of buying the 3.5 A-5. I'm still waiting for mine. Franchi. 3 steel and No. It comes in a 26-inch barreled model only and sells for a price so low$445you almost cant afford not to buy it. But since the only thing left to hunt in Illinois besides whitetails are grays and foxtails, he now spends most of the fall and winter searching for oak and black walnut trees, and walking behind a crazy Russian squirrel dog named Vladimir. For a purely hunting gun, inertia guns are always worth it to me. You can post now and register later. Nice! I'd go with the Affinity. The M2 feels heavier and perhaps more solid but would not pay the extra required for the Benelli if you just require a work gun. It is hard to call a $1400 or so plastic-stocked camo shotgun a bargain. It comes with a choice of 28- or 30-inch barrels and extended chokes, andin a genius moveCZ has put tiny magnets in the ejectors that are just strong enough to keep a shell from falling out when you tip the gun to load it. A 3-inch hull sends an ounce of shot at around 1350 fps which, in my opinion, is fast enough. nothing to do with mark up at all. Anybody have a Franchi? Its no problem to run the Elite while wearing heavy winter gloves. Come join the discussion about optics, hunting, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! The Italians are detail-oriented gunmakers, and its clear the Affinity 3 was well designed. The Affinity line has been a huge success for Franchi and has made the brand more popular than ever, but it was time to give their flagship semi-auto a facelift. I've got to agree with Randy and Cheapo. Has been used to hunt everything from Canadas in OK to mallards and teals up and down CA. I'd be buying that uprated safety catch as well I liked that style of safety on my maxus! The difference here is the price tag between said brands. Standard 28ga. With the shim kits that come with both shotguns fit the gun to the user has never been more versatile. No complaints other than 3.5 inch shells will kick the shite out of you. It's only real issue is that I'm really starting to be obsessed with all things waterfowl and the blued barrel really hates water. Mar 5, 2018 #11 Stump jumper New member. Franchi is a sister company of Benelli, and Benelli is, after all, the brand that introduced American hunters to the benefits of Inertia-Driven shotguns. The 20s drawback is that the smaller hull cant hold enough big, letter-size pellets, so you are limited to 1s and 2s at the largest. The ones behind it fired after I manually cycled the action. The 3-inch shotshells carried a muzzle velocity of 1,550 fps and a shot charge of 1 1/8 ounces. Since I am a snap shooter, I like a gun that shoots exactly where I point it. It also never failed to cycle and pointed damn well. And used within their limitations, 20-gauges make short, humane work of ducks and geese, too. The balance point is located at the front of the action and the forearm is trim and comfortable despite the positioning of the return spring on the magazine tube. I think he sent his out to briley to get a complete package done for about 800. Both of my deer guns are lefties but it isn't necessary in a shotgun for me. Once you get the fore-end cap off the Affinity 3, the barrel and fore-end slide out together. Just shoot the 870 and wait until the Retay 20 gauge comes out? However if you buy a pattern part copied from the Bosch Volvo part made by another manufacturer at a price point then that's something different! Thread starter leroy; Start date Apr 26, 2019; Apr 26, 2019 #1 L. leroy Senior Member. If you're not comfortable making parts fit, being able to drop in an unmodified Taran Tactical extended carrier is nice. You cannot paste images directly. Since Franchis are under the canopy of Benelli brands, you might assume they shoot like a Benelli. My post count isn't high enough to post links yet, but if you search for "Franchi Affinity vs Benelli M2 for 3-Gun" on YouTube, it's the first result. Franchi Affinity back with port opened and larger bolt release milled. It features over-sized controls that make it easy to manipulate even if you've got gloves on or damp hands from setting decoys . But give me a Remington M31 12g pump (trap grade be even better?) In my opinion, while the Affinity is a good gun, the Benelli M2 is a better gun. Ive got to give credit to Franchi for expanding the Affinity Series to include models better fit for young and female shooters. Apr 27, 2019 #2 bullgator Darn Flankee. These semi-automatic shotguns are offered in a variety of sizes, gauges, finishes, weights, stocks, and even left-handed models. FRANCHI AFFINITY 3.5 By Laura Kovarik. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to get the latest updates on LSU Football and Recruiting. For a do-everything semi-auto shotgun in that budget it'd be real hard to go wrong with the A300. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Just $1 per month , If you love inertia-driven shotguns, but dont want to pay for a Benelli, the Affinity 3 is your next best option, By However, even as comparable as they are, the Affinity can chamber one more round than the M2 and is slightly more reliable. These semi-automatic shotguns are offered in a variety of sizes, gauges, finishes, weights, stocks, and even left-handed models. With that equivalent load and everything heavier, the Affinity ran without hesitation. Franchi Affinity. . At least a decade prior, I had put my hands on the AL 48, a square-backed repeater with an operating system based on John Brownings long-recoil Auto-5. For the 10 year warranty and a stronger brand . At about 6 pounds, its a pleasant gun to handle, and its 28-inch barrel gives it a nice feel. I haven't had any problems with the Weatherby cycling but the fit of the gun is terrible. Busts clays, grouse and chukar. However, I have champagne taste and beer money. Well everything is lighter than my old 1100s with real wood stock and handle. Might want to take a look at it . JavaScript is disabled. Can you get a leftie in the Franchi? March 2, 2020. I have an affinity and a montefeltro. To drop the trigger group, punch out the single pin that holds it in place, and youre done. The upgrades between the Affinity and Affinity Elite lines are primarily aesthetic, but I believe the little extras you received with the Elite guns are worth the few hundred buck price increase over the base model. 2s. Our test gun did have a plastic feel to it, but Franchis will hold up to all the rigors of duck hunting. DON'T FORGET TO PLAY THE GIVEAWAY GAMES IT'S FREE!!!! Oct 28, 2015. Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. The Creedmoor is the hottest cartridge on the planet. Check availability here. By (Photo By: Brad Fitzpatrick). re: Franchi affinity vs benelli Posted on 1/13/19 at 9:02 pm to NorthEnd. Berettas plans over the last few years have been to invest in manufacturing and design you can see this in their news guns. Your previous content has been restored. Once considered appropriate only for the small-framed and recoil-shy, theyre now a fad among waterfowlers of all sizes and experience levels. If you want to splurge on Apex TSS waterfowl loads, a 20 will kill birds as far away as you can shoot them. The rotating bolt head locks, and the gun is ready to fire again. it doesn't quite work like that well, not with Volkswagen group anyhow. Theater of popular music. That puts these guns in competition with Weatherbys 18i Waterfowl ($1,249) Fabarms L4S Initial Hunter ($1,375), and Brownings Silver Black Lightning ($1,229.99). ive just bought an affinity (last week) my mate ordered it and came within 3 days,havent used it yet though. The 20s limitations arent, well, very limiting if you take advantage of some of the newest ammunition. Copyright @2023 TigerDroppings.com. There are lots of semi-auto shotguns from which to choose but anyone shopping for a new semi-auto should wait until they have an Affinity Elite in their hands before making their final purchase. Franchi, which is under the Benelli banner, largely falls into that category. Commentdocument.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "afb67c7a104c993b0fd60a379c7ffb50" );document.getElementById("b41c6d486d").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); Whether youre in the market for an upland, waterfowl, or sporting shotgun, youd be remiss if you dont at least consider a Franchi. I have shot 3.5" but don't think it's a huge improvement. Lastly, owners of an Affinity dont have to worry about the durability and long-term ability of their shotgun. I can hold the gun comfortably against my shoulder with my right index finger wrapped around the handle holding the bolt back (and the whole gun up) while I pop the slug into the ejection port with my left hand. I've heard a lot of folks getting torn between the Franchi Affinity and the Benelli M2, and it's easy to see why. Franchi's Affinity family of inertia-operated autoloading shotguns is a comprehensive one. I looked at them in person, and examined pictures of parts and parts diagrams and compared that to what I knew about my M2. It's been extremely reliable as long as I've owned it. Joe Genzel is a senior editor at Outdoor Life. A forum community dedicated to Shotgun owners and enthusiasts including the Remington, Beretta, and Mossberg shotguns brands. I love it . Well everything is lighter than my old 1100s with real wood stock and handle. The extended carrier is a must IMO. A good value in a proven, reliable gas gun, the SX4 comes with the enlarged bolt handle and release button waterfowlers favor. 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. Franchis fall under the Benelli umbrella of brands (along with Stoeger, Uberti, and French gunmaker Chapuis). Might be worth a look Multiple finishes including cerakote [on the elite]; . 2023 Outdoor Sportsman Group. Unlike gas systems that foul and need to be cleaned regularly for there to be any hope that the gun will run reliably, inertia guns run clean because gases and debris exit the barrel after the shot. Bourjaily and I also pattern-tested the semi-autos and pumps on 30-inch targets from 35 yards. 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). Bringing You Honest, Reliable, and Engaging Firearm News and Reviews. The serial number is the only thing that "I feel" is an issue (and the M3k solves that). It shot 70 percent below and 30 percent above point of aim, leaving a small gap on the right side of the target. Preference for one over the other nothing more. Additionally, they also boosted their ergonomics by adding oversized components including the bolt handle, bolt release, and magazine port to make the firearm easier to operate even while wearing gloves. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Guns. or do I buy patent parts from a motor factor? But you don't see many M2's for sale Second hand. Add to Compare. For more shotguns like the Franchi Affinity, check out our features on the Benelli Super Black Eagle, Beretta A300, Browning BPS, & Remington 870! Affinity Elite 12 & 20 Ga. FRANCHI AFFINITY. The test Affinity 3 is available with a 28in barrel only. 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. The Cerakote finish protects the metal parts from rugged use and the environment. johnnytheboy, Next I would choose the new Remington Versamax. Twenty-gauge waterfowl guns are in right now. Mainly due to a few cycle failures in snowy/Icey conditions. I own the original Affinity (12 gauge, 28" barrel) and am wondering if the new Affinity 3 model with the oversized bolt handle, bolt release and magazine port is worth upgrading to. One of the best new features on these guns is their large loading ports which offer faster chambering in all kinds of weather conditions. I might pull the trigger on the 24" compact for him, glad to see this thread today. The Affinitys pattern was one of the best of the test guns, placing 124 of a possible 140 pellets (88 percent) inside the 30-inch circle. Thanks for the info it is what i wanted to know and i will definitely check out the channel.i think i have seen a pick of yours on ARF.COM very nice looking rig. 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