Franchi Expands Affinity Shotgun Lineup with 15 New Models

Franchi is expanding its Affinity 3 and Affinity 3.5 semi-automatic shotgun families with 15 new models built on the next-generation Inertia Driven platform. The new additions extend the recent 2025 platform evolution into additional configurations, bringing Franchi’s field-focused upgrades and refined ergonomics to more hunting and sporting applications.

According to Franchi, the updated Affinity models are engineered to deliver meaningful ergonomic improvements while maintaining the platform’s proven reliability and clean operation. The company positions the expanded lineup for dedicated upland hunters, waterfowlers, and sporting shooters, building on the Affinity platform’s combination of traditional Italian design and Inertia Driven semi-automatic performance.

The 15 new additions address various segments of the shotgun market, with new Compact, Left-Hand, Sporting, Upland Elite, and dedicated camo configurations highlighting the expansion.

Key Details

Manufacturer: Franchi
Product family: Affinity 3 and Affinity 3.5 semi-automatic shotguns
New models: 15
Operating system: Inertia Driven
New configurations: Compact, Walnut, Left-Hand (LH), Sporting, Sport Trap, Upland Elite, and dedicated camo models
Available gauges: 12- and 20-gauge
Ergonomic upgrades: Slimmer forend, enhanced grip checkering, expanded trigger guard
Functional upgrades: Two-piece shell latch, enlarged bolt release, redesigned magazine cap
Recoil system: Length-of-pull adjustable recoil pad (up to 50% reduction)
Finishes: Includes Synthetic, Walnut, Realtree MAX-7, Mossy Oak Bottomland, and Cerakote (GMG, Midnight Bronze, Patriot Brown)
MSRP: $999-$1,579, depending on model

The next-generation Affinity lineup features an all-new stock design with a slimmer forend and enhanced checkering for a more secure grip and faster, more responsive swings. Grip checkering has been positioned higher and farther back to improve control in real-world shooting conditions. The models also introduce several functional upgrades, including a two-piece shell latch for smoother, faster loading and a new length-of-pull adjustable recoil pad that reduces perceived recoil by up to 50 percent.

To make operation easier in the field, particularly when wearing gloves, Franchi has incorporated an enlarged, higher-traction bolt release and a redesigned magazine cap. This cold-weather mindset is further reflected in the expanded trigger guard, which offers shooters more room for confident trigger access during early mornings in the blind.

The 15 new models provide hunters with expanded options to customize their Affinity experience. The additions span a wide variety of finishes and applications, from traditional Walnut and Upland Elite configurations featuring GMG Cerakote to dedicated waterfowling models clad in Realtree MAX-7 and Mossy Oak Bottomland paired with Midnight Bronze or Patriot Brown Cerakote. The expansion also caters to youth and smaller-statured shooters with three new Compact 20-gauge models, as well as southpaws with two new Left-Hand Black Synthetic options in 12- and 20-gauge. Rounding out the lineup are dedicated 12-gauge Sporting and Sport Trap models.

This expansion broadens the appeal of the Franchi Affinity shotgun lineup by bringing field-focused upgrades and extensive aesthetic choices to the Inertia Driven platform. For hunters and sporting shooters seeking a reliable semi-automatic, the 15 new models add highly tailored choices within the established Affinity family.