Franchi Instinct
Luigi Franchi S.p.A. · Shotgun · In Production · 2012
Overview
The Franchi Instinct is an over-and-under break-action shotgun built around a lightweight aluminum-alloy receiver. Chambered most commonly in 12 gauge, with 20 and 28 gauge offerings, it features a single selective trigger, automatic ejectors, interchangeable choke tubes, and an A-grade Turkish walnut stock. Marketed for upland field shooting and sporting clays, the Instinct line balances classic styling with a modern, easy-carrying frame.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 2950 g (104.1 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1168 mm (45.98") |
| Barrel Length | 711 mm (27.99") |
| 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 | Aluminum |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Wood |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12ga, 12 Bore
- 20 Gauge — also known as 20 ga, 20 bore
- 28 Gauge — also known as 28 ga, 28 bore
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Break Open Double Barrel
- Safety mechanisms: Automatic Safety, Barrel Selector
- Features: Over Under Barrels, Single Selective Trigger, Automatic Ejectors, Aluminum Alloy Receiver, Interchangeable Choke Tubes, Ventilated Rib
Variants
- Franchi Instinct L — Field
- Franchi Instinct SL — Sideplate
- Franchi Instinct Sporting II — Sporting
Production
Production years: 2012-present
Origin
Country of origin: Italy
Notes
The Instinct family spans field (L, LX), sideplate (SL, SLX), and Sporting II configurations differing in finish, engraving, and barrel length.
Background
Luigi Franchi has built shotguns in Brescia since 1868; the Instinct revived the company's break-action over-under tradition for the modern American field market after decades of focus on semi-autos.