(Photo courtesy of Franchi USA)
January 26, 2022
By Guns & Ammo Staff
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.
(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 wrenchSight: red fiber-optic front barStock/Forend: AA-grade walnut; Prince of Wales grip, Schnabel forendLength-of-Pull: 14 ¼ in.Drop at Heel: 2 in.Drop at Comb: 1 ½ in.MSRP: $2,229For more information on the new Instinct Sideplate O/U shotguns by Franchi, visit FranchiUSA.com .
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