Range Report: Franchi Affinity 20 gauge...

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Slugo

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this will be easy. Today was the first time I shot the gun. Central Penn Sporting Clays, York County, PA. 100 total rounds using two boxes of Remington 7/8 target loads and two boxes of Federal 7/8 target loads. All were #8's. From the very first target to the last, the gun functioned flawlessly. I used the supplied IC choke tube which was totally effective on the course, on every target. I was pulling my own remote control targets and not scoring, but I know I broke over 80% of the targets. I'm satisfied with the Affinity 20 and recommend it highly.

Now, regarding the problem of feeding the gun and injuring your thumb, which was reported by a few experts, Randy W!! I have no clue what they/he were talking about. No problems feeding the gun what so ever! It was flawless, but maybe had something to do with the ammo I was using.

The gun in black synthetic retails for, I believe $899. I bought the gun locally for $659! A great deal with no regrets...

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I am seriously considering one of these for the niece, to replace her Weatherby SA-08 for duck season coming up and the compact version looks like it could be perfect.

Thanks Slugo for the report!
 
my only concern is, it probably is a little stiffer than the SA-08. But, not to any great extent. The SA-08 is a soft shooter and reminds me of an 1100...
 
Good to hear you liked it .....I'll put it on my short list for an affordable gun option for guys when they ask....
 
Orphaned, why are you replacing the SA08? Were you having trouble with it? I am considering one in 20 gauge for the wife and I to shoot.
 
No, it has been flawless. I have been looking for another 20ga 390/3901 but they are hard to find. I want something that I don't have to swap a piston to go from dove to ducks. The SA-08 would remain in the stable though, very good gun for the money.

Slugo, she has shot my M2 with 3" loads and no complaints at all.
 
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