Accokeek, MD – Thanks to the ever-expanding crop of efficient, hard-hitting ammunition, serious shotgunners are increasingly tapping the 20-gauge platform to drop birds not only in the tight confines of flooded timber but also along the wide-open fields and in cattail country. Now, Franchi gives southpaw hunters their own sub-gauge option by introducing the all-new Affinity 3 Left-Hand in 20-gauge.

Franchi brought forth the Affinity series semi-auto shotguns a decade ago. This line has since grown to cover multiple hunting applications, and specific shooter needs—from waterfowl to upland game birds, turkeys to clays. The new Affinity 3 Left-Hand 20-gauge follows the previously released 12-gauge left-hand model, providing hunters who prefer the softer recoil and report of a 20-gauge no longer need to compromise with awkward loading and bolt manipulation, as well as spent hulls crossing their line of sight.

The Affinity 3 Left-Hand 20-gauge is built around the Inertia Driven action, with the ejection port and safety button positioned on the left side of the receiver. With its lighter weight, always-reliable operation, and gentle recoil manners, the combination Inertia Driven system and 20-gauge chamber make the Affinity 3 Left-Hand a comfortable all-day companion on the bird fields or the clays range.

The shotgun’s soft-shooting nature is further enhanced with Franchi’s TSA Recoil Pad, which reduces felt recoil by up to 50 percent. The Evolved Ergonom-X stock and Omni Stock Adjustable Fit system allow the shooter to adjust stock drop and cast for a precision fit. The Affinity 3 Left-Hand 20-gauge hits all the right notes for an easy-to-carry, fast-mounting, dependable-performing sub-gauge semi-auto.

Affinity 3 Left-Hand Specifications

·Chamber: 12-gauge, 2 ¾" and 3"

·Barrel Length: 26"

·Overall Length: 49.25"

·Weight: 6.0 lbs

·Magazine Capacity: 4+1

·Chokes: IC, M, F, and wrench

·Sights: Red fiber-optic front bar

·Length-of-Pull: 14-3/8"

·Drop at Heel: Adjustable 2- to 2-1/2"

·Drop at Comb: 1-1/2"

·Minimum Recommended Load: 7/8-ounce, 1200 FPS

·MSRP: $899

For more information on the new Affinity 3 Left-Hand 20-gauge by Franchi, visit FranchiUSA.com.

About Franchi

Known for its high-quality semi-automatic shotguns, over-under shotguns, and bolt-action rifles, Franchi brings over 150 years of craftsmanship and innovation to the gun-making art. Franchi firearms have earned a reputation among dedicated upland hunters, waterfowlers, and big game hunters for their exceptional fit, exquisite handling, fine balance, and proven reliability in the field throughout the world.

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