Franchi Instinct SL
Light Italian O/U for long days afield.
Quick specs
| Category | Shotguns |
| Brand | Franchi |
| Price | around $1,400 ($$$$) |
| Beginner score | 4/5 |
| Best for | Hunters who feel an 8-lb gun by mile six. |
The review
Light Italian O/U for long days afield. The Instinct SL from Franchi earns a slot in our shotguns category for hunters who want gear that's been tested in NorCal conditions and chosen for the way the sport actually plays out — long days, mixed terrain, wide temperature swings.
Best for: Hunters who feel an 8-lb gun by mile six. Pricing runs around $1,400.
Where to buy
- Find a Franchi dealer (find your local dealer)
- Buy at Bud's Gun Shop (ships to your local FFL)
- Buy at Sportsman's Warehouse (ships to your local FFL)
- Franchi product page (brand-direct)
Note: firearm purchases require a transfer through a licensed FFL dealer. Online retailers ship the firearm to your local FFL; you complete the background check and pickup there.
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