Franchi 2005

Luigi Franchi S.p.A. · Shotgun · Discontinued · 1976

Also known as: Franchi 2005 Combination

Overview

The Franchi 2005 is an Italian over-and-under break-action trap shotgun chambered in 12 gauge for 2 3/4-inch shells. Built by Luigi Franchi of Brescia for competitive trap shooting, it was typically supplied as a 'combination' set pairing a 32-inch over/under barrel section (full and improved-modified chokes) with an interchangeable 34-inch single full-choke barrel. It features a single selective trigger, automatic ejectors, a ventilated high rib with dual bead sights, and a checkered walnut stock with a high fluted comb.

Specifications

Barrel Length	813 mm (32.01")
Action Type	Break Action
Firing Mechanism	Hammer Fired
Trigger Type	Single Stage
Magazine Capacity	2 rounds
Effective Range	40 m (44 yd)
Barrel Rifling	None
Frame Material	Steel
Barrel Material	Steel
Stock Material	Wood
Finish	Blued

Calibers

12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12ga, 12 Bore

Features

Firing modes: Manual
Feed systems: Break Open Double Barrel
Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety, Barrel Selector
Features: Over Under Barrels, Combination Barrel Set, Single Selective Trigger, Automatic Ejectors, Ventilated High Rib, Dual Bead Sights, Checkered Walnut Stock, High Fluted Comb

Production

Production years: 1976-1980s

Low-volume competition trap gun; exact figures not published.

Origin

Country of origin: Italy

Notes

Part of Franchi's 2003/2004/2005 competition trap family of the mid-to-late 1970s. The '2005 Combination' was sold as a cased set with both single and over/under barrels, allowing the shooter to switch between singles and doubles trap events.

Background

Franchi's 2005 Combination was a trap shooter's do-everything set: one cased gun with an over/under barrel pair for doubles and a long single barrel for singles trap, letting a competitor cover the whole card without changing guns.