At SHOT Show 2025, Franchi unveiled the next generation of its Affinity 3 and Affinity 3.5 semi-automatic shotguns, marking the company’s first all-new semi-automatic platform in more than a decade.
The next-generation Franchi Affinity 3 is available in 26- and 28-inch barrel lengths chambered in 12-gauge for 2¾-inch and three-inch shotshells. Three finish options include black synthetic/matte blue, Realtree Max-7 and Mossy Oak Bottomland.
The Affinity 3.5 comes in 12-gauge, 2¾-inch, three-inch and 3½-inch chamberings with a 28-inch barrel. Similar to the Affinity 3, you can also choose from three finishes: black synthetic/matte blue, Realtree Max-7 and Mossy Oak Bottomland.
More from Franchi: “The new-generation Affinity 3 and 3.5 semi-automatic Inertia Driven shotguns are constructed around a fresh stock design that not only highlights the brand’s Italian artistry DNA but also boosts ergonomics for faster, more positive handling in all shooting conditions. A thinner fore-end with increased checkering offers a better hold and snappier swings. This concept extends to the grip, where the checkering is distributed higher and farther back on the grip to enhance control.”
Aesthetics have not been overlooked in the Affinity’s new stock design. Clean lines flow gracefully from the grip, across the receiver and into the fore-end. This design also sports a new trigger guard that blends with the overall profile.
The aforementioned trigger guard is part of the new-generation Affinity’s functional upgrades. By expanding the guard to a more rectangular profile, Franchi designers created more room for the trigger finger—particularly handy for gloved hands. Plus, the new Affinity features an updated magazine cap, and the bolt release button is now oblong (instead of circular) with raised edging.
Another solid improvement is the addition of a two-piece shell latch. With two-piece construction, shooters can load this shotgun faster than with a conventional one-piece shell latch.
Franchi’s new Affinity semi-automatic shotgun also has a new adjustable recoil pad system that mitigates perceived recoil. Standard length of pull can be shortened to accommodate most body types.
MSRP ranges from $1,079 to $1,379, depending on the model. Learn more at franchiusa.com.
