Brand: Franchi
Model: Instinct Sideplate
Gauge: 12
Chamber: 3"
Action: Break Action
Capacity: 2
Barrel Length: 28"
Barrel Description: Vented Barrels, Vented Rib
Barrel Material: Steel
Barrel Finish: Gloss Blued
Stock Description: Prince Of Wales Style, Recoil Pad, Checkering, Schnabel Forend
Stock Material: AA Grade Walnut
Stock Finish: Satin Walnut
Length Of Pull: 14.25"
Orientation: Right Hand
Sights: Fiber Optic Front
Choke Configuration: Mobil
Chokes Included: IC, M, F
Receiver Description: Auto Ejectors, Barrel Selector,
Receiver Material: Monoblock Steel
Receiver Finish: Color Case Hardened
Safety: Automatic
OAL: 46.25"
Weight: 7.5 lb

Features

The Franchi Instinct Sideplate is a right‑hand over/under break‑action 12‑gauge shotgun that blends refined aesthetics with dependable field performance. Chambered for 3‑inch shells, it features 28‑inch steel barrels with a vented rib and vented barrel design, finished in gloss blued steel for durability and classic appeal. The shotgun is equipped with a fiber optic front sight for enhanced visibility and uses the Mobil choke system, with IC, M, and F chokes included to tailor shot patterns for upland hunting and sporting applications. Built on a monoblock steel receiver, the design incorporates automatic ejectors and a barrel selector, ensuring smooth operation and reliable shell ejection.

The shotgun is paired with a premium AA‑grade walnut stock in a Prince of Wales configuration, featuring a satin walnut finish, checkering, recoil pad, and a Schnabel forend for both comfort and traditional styling. With a 14.25‑inch length of pull, it provides a natural and balanced shooting position. The color case‑hardened receiver adds visual depth and durability, while the automatic safety enhances ease of use in the field. Measuring 46.25 inches in overall length and weighing approximately 7.5 pounds, the Franchi Instinct Sideplate delivers a well‑balanced, elegant platform that combines classic design, modern function, and reliable performance for upland hunting and recreational shooting.

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