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Franchi Instinct Sideplate Over/Under Shotgun: New for 2022 

Franchi's first sideplate-style O/U shotgun, the Instinct Sideplate, includes American gamebirds inlaid in gold on both sides of the receiver.

Franchi Instinct Sideplate Over/Under Shotgun: New for 2022 

(Photo courtesy of Franchi USA)

Franchi adds another distinctive model to the Instinct double-barrel family by expanding its already impressive lineup of fine over/under shotguns. For 2022, Franchi introduces its first sideplate-style O/U called the Instinct Sideplate.

The Instinct Sideplate sets itself apart with an elegantly engraved, color case-hardened sideplate-style steel receiver—a nod to Franchi’s Italian craftsmanship heritage. Distinctly American gamebirds are inlaid in gold on both sides of the traditionally floral engraved receiver providing classical accents to the gold-plated trigger and complementing the rich AA-grade satin-finish walnut stock featuring a Prince of Wales grip and Schnabel forend.

Since their introduction, the Instinct series of O/U shotguns have delivered the exquisite fit, form, and agile handling worthy of Franchi’s place amongst Europe’s finest double barrel manufacturers, just without the gilded price.

The new Instinct Sideplate shotguns are available in 12- and 20-gauge chambered in 2 ¾- and 3-inch. Each gun comes with C, IC, M, IM, and F extended black chokes, as well as a custom-fitted hard case for safe transport to and from the field.

Franchi Instinct Sideplate Over/Under Shotgun: New for 2022 
(Photo courtesy of Franchi USA)

Instinct Sideplate O/U Shotgun Specifications

  • Gauge/Chamber Length: 12-gauge, 2 ¾ and 3 in.; 20-gauge, 2 ¾ and 3 in.
  • Barrel Length: 28 in.
  • Chokes: Extended C, IC, M, IM, F, and wrench
  • Sight: red fiber-optic front bar
  • Stock/Forend: AA-grade walnut; Prince of Wales grip, Schnabel forend
  • Length-of-Pull: 14 ¼ in.
  • Drop at Heel: 2 in.
  • Drop at Comb: 1 ½ in.
  • MSRP: $2,229

For more information on the new Instinct Sideplate O/U shotguns by Franchi, visit FranchiUSA.com.




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