Description: Franchi Instinct Sideplate Shotgun, 20ga., 28" Barrels. This high-quality Franchi over/under Instinct shotgun is chambered in 20 gauge and is an eye-catching choice when at the range or out in the field. The Instinct Sideplate features a set of gloss blued vented 28" steel barrels with a satin walnut stock and forend set. The stock has a Prince of Wales style grip while the forend has a Schnabel profile; both are checkered. The receiver has a color case finish with gold inlayed engravings on either side. The shotgun utilizes the Technichoke series of choke tubes and has a red fiber optic bar front sight installed to help line up shots. Add this 20 gauge over-under Instinct shotgun to your collection and experience the reliable performance a Franchi shotgun can offer.
Franchi's first sideplate-style shotgun hearkens back to a time when European gunsmiths crafted the most elegant firearms in the world. Sleek lines, lustrous wood, fine engraving and gold inlays combine to make this one of the most beautiful shotguns you've ever laid eyes on. The receiver is color-case hardened steel featuring exquisite engraving with gold inlay to match the gold-plated trigger. The Prince of Wales stock and Schnabel forend are AA-grade walnut with checkering to ensure a firm grip. A red fiber-optic front bar on the ventilated rib atop handsome 28-inch glossy blued barrels lets you get on target quickly. Five extended screw-in chokes are included. Shoulder a Franchi Instinct Sideplate to experience its instinctive pointing and smooth swing. You'll understand why a Franchi just feels right.
| GAUGE | 20 Gauge |
| SHELL LENGTH | 2-3/4 in / 3 in |
| ACTION TYPE | Over Under |
| RECEIVER FINISH | Case Hardened Steel |
| STOCK/FOREND MATERIAL | Walnut |
| STOCK/FOREND FINISH | Satin |
| STOCK STYLE | Prince of Wales |
| FOREND STYLE | Slim & Tapered Schnabel |
| BARREL MATERIAL | Steel |
| BARREL FINISH | Gloss Blued |
| BARREL LENGTH | 28 in (711) mm) |
| CHOKE SERIES | Technichoke |
| FRONT SIGHT | Red Fiber Optic Bar |
| LOP | 14-1/4 in (362 mm) |
| DROP AT HEEL | 2 in (51 mm) |
| DROP AT COMB | 1-1/2 in (38 mm) |
| OVERALL LENGTH | 46.25 in (1.17 m) |
| WEIGHT | 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg) |
Other Features:
- AUTO EJECTORS:
Incorporates automatic ejectors to quickly clear spent hulls and facilitate fast reloading. - BARREL SELECTOR:
A horizontal barrel selector switch on the tang-mounted safety allows for the choice of which barrel fires first. - AUTO SAFETY:
The tang-mounted safety automatically resets to the "On" position when the action is opened. - HARD CASE:
Custom fitted hard case to protect in transport. - STEEL RECEIVER CONSTRUCTION:
The monobloc receiver is machined from a solid steel block and features a color case-hardened finish for a refined and classic look and increased durability. - AA-GRADE WALNUT:
A Prince of Wales Stock and Schnabel Forend are crafted from AA-Grade satin walnut and feature cut checkering to promote a positive grip. - VENTED BARRELS:
Vents between the two barrels assist in the dissipation of heat when multiple shots are fired in quick succession. - VENTED RIB:
Featuring a vented rib to help dissipate heat and dampen mirage. - FIBER-OPTIC SIGHT:
Included fiber-optic front sight for easy target acquisition. - EXTENDED CHOKE TUBES:
C, IC, M, IM, F and wrench.
