This Brit dusted a clay target at 130 yards. By johnnytheboy, April 16, 2016 in Guns & Equipment. Personally I'd buy a pump or double. I have hunted with a Weatherby SA-08 the last couple of seasons. Top. Thinking I will be grabbing a camo pattern gun this go round as it's will be for ducks and turkey. I got the walnut version for about $600 on gunbroker where the M2 was significantly more without offering much benefit for my use. The 10ga patterns a lot better and hits harder than any 12 gauge. That is a pretty tempting price. GIRSAN MC 312. I'm an American and a horrible shot LOL. Benelli M2 vs Franchi Affinity. Pretty much same gun made by the same company in the same factory. Franchi Affinity: The Excellently Balanced Shotgun. I have both the Franchi affinity and the Benelli M2 with the comfort tech stock. Most upland hunting is with 2 3/4", and 3" is plenty for most waterfowl and turkey. From the left: Franchi Affinity 20 gauge, Benelli M2 20 gauge, Franchi Affinity 12 gauge, and the Benelli Vinci. I have the affinity in 20 gauge and am glad I bought it rather than the M2 because I shoot it pretty well. Franchi affinity compact $799 camo, drilled 5. Franchi Affinity 3.5 Elite vs Benelli M2 Field. Posted: Thu Aug 30, 2012 11:37 am . Looking for advice...but first, some background. It honestly seems like a toss up. This monthâs test gun is a new Franchi Affinity 3 inertia-action semi-auto, imported and distributed by GMK of Fareham.GMK are an established firm who also bring in Beretta and Benelli to the UK (and are themselves part of ⦠Yes I do. You take a pounding and they are more expensive to shoot. I was pretty set on picking up a new Franchi Affinity 3 on the way home from work tonight until I found a new Benelli M2 "American" for the same price. I'm not a fan of the Weatherby. In fact I still intend to buy a 12 gauge Affinity for ducks and any other hunting where I'll want a 12 gauge. I've got to agree with Randy and Cheapo. My buddy has a Franchi Affinity 3 inch and no complaints what so ever other then he said make sure you let bolt shut good. $720 to my FFL. I have been looking at the Affinity and the Benelli M2. Franchi Affinity / Affinity 3 ($800 in camo) Made at the Benelli facility in Urbino, the newest Franchi Affinity 3 has a larger charging handle and a bigger bolt release than the original Affinity. I own the Affinity 3.5 and use it as my waterfowl gun. I feel that is a pretty solid deal. I shot the Affinity 12 gauge with a variety of loads from B&P one ounce loads up to Federal 1-1/2 oz. The ballistics don't quite add up but I could be wrong, have been many times before. How soon will you be buying one? I believe you made the right decision. Price taken out of the equation, take both! I like my Franchi Affinity over the Benelli A300 Autos, Pumps are very good, it all depends what your needs are? Or anything that involves a Shotgun The grip-tight stock on the M2 is much better for duck hunting. The comfort tech stock really doesn’t do much anyway unless you’re shooting 3.5’s. Franchi Affinity vs Benelli M2. The two Benellis that I personally enjoy and use the most, an M2 20 gauge and a 3 inch Vinci, have both had trips to customer service and mods from factory condition. Both are 26â³ barrels and 3â³ 12g chambers. I'm still new to the sport but plan on staying with it for awhile. Also I don't like the dual pistons that the SA-08 has. Those familiar with the Benelli M2 will find the handling of the Franchi Affinity virtually identical. Here's what started the for me long range waterfowl test. Its a REALlllllLlllly nice gun. FRANCHI AFFINITY 3 SEMI AUTO - FULL FIELD TEST. I had a small issue with the affinity sticking on the recoil but it was a spring issue and their customer service was amazing. Just my .02 though. The Franchi Affinity is a lot like the Benelli M2 when it comes to the control layout. As I recall, the M2 and affinity are straightforward, and in lieu of asking someone to post pictures I guess I'll be googling the monte disassembly. I have not been treated that well by a company in a long time. Actually made in the same factory. I'd go with the Affinity. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. With a 3 inch turkey round the Franchi Affinity certainly has a bark to it and my wife still prefers the old Remington Lt 20-Gauge 1100 as the recoil is far less even with 2 ¾ round comparison. The Affinity has a great following and I feel I will still add one to the safe eventually. You don't want to save a few buck on the Affinity and then wish you bought the Benelli for the rest of your life. Absolutely love this gun! I am looking at picking up a new waterfowl autoloader for the upcoming duck season. Lol. My Franchi took about a 1000 rounds before it was broke in enough to cycle light loads. Both shoulder really well. Olivia, age 14 has finally slowed down on the growing spurts and accepted that the .338 lupa isnât a real option. Thank you for the insight. I wouldn't buy either for ducks. VR80; King Competition; Muller Chokes; Factory Take Off Parts; Gunsmithing services . All Parts/Accessories; Pistol Parts/Accessories; Shotgun Parts/accessories . im leaning towards the Franchi Afffinity 3 or 3.5 as of now. Benelli M2. I have an Affinity 20 gauge for upland birds and a Benelli M2 21" for 3-gun matches. Side by side the Benelli action is much smoother and the gun is much more comfortable to shoot. Got my extension from moaprecision. I haven't had any problems with the Weatherby cycling but the fit of the gun is terrible. Next I would choose the new Remington Versamax. I am researching the Franchi Affinity 3 or 3.5 vs the CZ1012 which is only 3 inch. It wasn't simply perfect by any means. Not trying to be smart but if you can down geese with a shotgun at much over 60 yards, I will buy some of those shells. Edit: Well everyone, I believe I have a 12ga Benelli M2 26" with Bottomland Camo on the way. The site may not work properly if you don't, If you do not update your browser, we suggest you visit, Press J to jump to the feed. by micneador » Sat Jan 31, 2015 2:02 am I haven't been able to shoot the Franchi, but my m2 was the go to for several years. However, I have champagne taste and beer money. I'm looking to purchase a new semi auto for duck hunting. Retay Gordion 24" $874 includes camo, rail 3. The Benelli does have a great feel to it. Rhino Chokes. FRANCHI AFFINITY. As both of these manufacturers are members of the Beretta Holding Company, there is sure to be plenty of overlap in components, style, and engineering. Never fired an M2 but shouldered one in 20 gauge and loved it. Franchi's Affinity is a reboot of the Franchi line of inertia semiautos that bear an eerie resemblance to Benelli inertia semiautos. Blind laws are treason. In my opinion, while the Affinity is a good gun, the Benelli M2 is a better gun. Affinity 3 Elite Turkey models have a hood over the fiber-optic front sight protects it while light ports in the hood ensure the sight's effectiveness in low light. Do I want a 3.5? I was sold and had pretty much made up my mind I was getting the Affinity until I started over thinking it. As you said, you have an itch for a Benelli. Extremely well-built at an attractive price, the 12 gauge only MC 312 is one of the latest inertia autoloaders. Looking for feedback, opinions, and thoughts on the difference between a Franchi Affinity 12g auto 3â³ and a Benelli M2. Benelli M2 vs Franchi Affinity IMPORTANT: Trade Membership - 6 days remaining. What is the difference between the franchi affinity 3.5 and the franchi intensity 03-04-2018, 11:44 PM Thinking about getting a new 3.5inch shotgun This is not the first Franchi we have reviewed either, check out Franchi Instinct L â A Shotgun Review. buffered baby magnums. Retay Masai Mara Small town $1100 camo, cerakote, rail, jebs choke 4. People really seem to like the Affinity. Most obvious is the cost, of which I couldnât find why? I'd go with the Affinity. Do I need it? I am a little bummed because I was pretty excited for the Franchi Affinity. Okay folks, I am in need of some knowledgeable advice. Once he got about 300 rounds through it, it was flawless. The M2 does shoulder a hair better for me though. Benelli fans just like me can easily adapt to using this beauty. I currently have a nice older 870 Wingmaster I am going to retire to backup duty. Benelli M2; Franchi Affinity; Beretta 1301; Parts/Accessories . Get a good gun first, not a cheap gun followed by buyer's remorse and a second purchase. It is priced right and functions beautifully. I own a black plastic stocked Franchi Affinity - approximately 5 years old (pre-Affinity 3). That is not unexpected, as Benelli is Franchi⦠Thanks again. I think the major differences would be the affinity being a little more heavy, and maybe the benelli having the recoil reducing stock, depending on the specific model. For the same price, go with benelli. The Affinity should be substantially cheaper. They are pretty slick though. The M2 is a great gun, but when you factor in the similarities and price, I would go with the Affinity. Re: Franchi affinity vs sa-08 vs Stoeger 3020 which one? Top. Is the Beneilli name worth $500 that is something you need to decide. I went back and forth deciding if I really needed a 3.5 gun. 3 1/2" is really only for long geese and turkey. A well-built inertia shotgun with a good trigger. Maybe a 20ga? Took advantage of the deal Dunn's Sporting Goods is having right now. I'd go with the benelli. Nope. Today I shot the new SBEIII at the trap range, and it even struggled. Re: Affinity vs ⦠Keep in mind that semi auto's limit you on loads that can be shot (meaning shell length vs feed problems/ejection problems). I am looking at picking up a new waterfowl autoloader for the upcoming duck season. Benelli M2 24" $1300 black only 2. BENELLI M2. My daughters M2, my I12, and I've seen the Affinity struggle with light loads until you get several hundred rounds through them. Lots of great reviews on it in the Remington section. ... Franchi Affinity 3,5 Elite Cobalt 12/89 itselataava haulikko 28" piipulla, 7 vuoden takuu. I know the M2 "American" only comes with one choke, in a cardboard box, and also does not have the comfortech stock that it's "Field" counterpart does. That is a far piece for me to shoot anything with a shotgun. And I must admit the Bottomland camo is pretty sweet. 1. Now the affinity is also great but not quite like the M2. I hear great things about the M2 in 20 guage. My affinity 3.5 was 880 out the door and has oversized everything, a mild loading port beveling and opening, chrome lined barrel and super reliable even using low dram 2 3/4 extra lite loads. The stock on the Affinity feels like cheap plastic to me. And the Walnut is sharp. Nevertheless, the Benelli M2 camo ComforTech 20 gauge 24 inch is a personal favorite. The only cause for lament is the goofy notched recoil pad that makes aftermarket additions problematic. I know the new shells 3 inch are more then enough. Thanks. i'm just looking for a reliable tough gun that will last. I currently have a nice older 870 Wingmaster I am going to retire to backup duty. From everything I have read and seen the Franchi Affinity and the Benelli M2 are pretty much the same gun. Re: Benelli M2 20ga? Would love to get one for myself....er I mean for my wife. Any thoughts to them. Already thinking about getting one in 12, and eventually get the other in a 20ga. I have shouldered both, and both of them fit me pretty well. Or does the recommendation shift towards the M2 when price is taken out of the equation? I wonder if the SX-4 is any better than the SX-3 because the SX-3 is cheaper with a $100 rebate on Cabelas. Post by fountain » May 11th, 2017, 8:40 pm I do know this is not what you are asking about, but the little Mossberg sa20 turkey thug is a very nice little gun. The action is a lot smoother than my friend's franchi. Dog Tired hunter Posts: 1055 Joined: Wed Sep 21, 2011 5:37 pm Location: Eastern NC. I have a Franchi Affinity just not the "3" I'm a Benelli fan but just can't justify the price difference. Post subject: Benelli montefeltro vs Franchi affinity. I love it and it's VERY light but I can only compare it to my friends SBE 2, not the M2. Is Benelli that much more worth the price than the Franchi? I don't want to worry about deciding which piston to use etc. In fact if I was to get a 20 id prob go with a m2 - 20 gauge. Shop around. The Franchi looks to have alot of the same qualities as the Benelli M2 except for the price and chamber size. I intentionally broke off the center bead and threw it away, so the front bead could actually be seen. Benelli M2 Speed Performance Magnum 26" interchoke. I wish. Comment. It is hard to call a $1400 or so plastic-stocked camo shotgun a bargain. I got the affinity and have zero regrets. Franchi Affinity Vs. Benelli M2. Iâve heard a lot of folks getting torn between the Franchi Affinity and the Benelli M2, and itâs easy to see why. I picked the walnut version up last summer for $569 delivered from Eurooptic. Okay folks, I am in need of some knowledgeable advice. I wouldn't let the included chokes influence your decision though because if you get into waterfowl hunting seriously, you'll likely end up buying a specialized choke at a later point, which you'll do with either gun. I don't regret my decision at all. I've seen some great tuned Benelli M2 deals here on BE for ~$1800 or so, but it looks like I can get a a Franchi Affinity 3.0 tuned for ~$1300. For many people, a three inch chambered, seven pound autoloader is all the shotgun they will ever need (or want). The Walnut version is pretty sharp. I have been researching both the Franchi Affinity and the Benelli M2 recently and am still unable to pick a winner. I have an Affinity 20 gauge for upland birds and a Benelli M2 21" for 3-gun matches. That 10ga packs a wallop on ducks and geese. I had the opportunity to shoot the Franchi Affinity once in the field and it really was a very satisfying experience. Was just shooting the 12 yesterday and the recoil was very manageable to me. I was originally looking to get the Affinity 3.5 but they retail around $950 for the Max5 camo in my area. Board index » I Love MY.... » Franchi Shotguns, Registered users: Basstar, Bing [Bot], birdhunter39, Buck300, Byron Whitlock, casonet, castnblast2, Chris Ferres, dolphin717, DonSmith, Drew Hause, Eibar, EricB, golddigger53, Golden Clays, Google [Bot], Google Adsense [Bot], Google Feedfetcher, homey, hopper810, Idoktr, Jim18611865, Jta5er, jusanothajoe, krimmie, ks_waterfowler, Lacyb, Leg, loneranger, Lowbar83, Majestic-12 [Bot], Saltydog055, SHughes, Slimchance, snooky, Station9, TomTom69, WAGinVA, ysr_racer. Quick question for slomo: What size shot do you use for 85 yard shots? The SA-08 slaps my face and kicks like a rabid mule. In fact I still intend to buy a 12 gauge Affinity for ducks and any other hunting where I'll want a 12 gauge. I'm still new to the sport but plan on staying with it for awhile. As for 3.5" vs 3" chambering. or Franchi Affinity 20 ga? New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast, Whether you like Hunting ,Skeet ,Clay Pigeon, Home Defense Post Cancel. Just shoot the 870 and wait until the Retay 20 gauge comes out? Thanks for your input. The Franchi Affinity action differs from the traditional Benelli recoil (inertia) action in one basic aspect: the mainspring is located under the ⦠You will rarely see a Remington, Franchi, Stoeger, or any other "B" brand gun being used. For the price of a used Benelli the new franchi affinity does everything the m2 does plus a 7 year oem warranty. The authorâs father with the 12-gauge Franchi Affinity on a turkey hunt. Welcome to /r/Shotguns, Looks like you're using new Reddit on an old browser. If you are serious the new or old Remington SP 10 will top your list quickly. It's been extremely reliable as long as I've owned it. I don't know where in North Texas you are but you are welcome to shoot my Affinity if you want to. 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