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Franchi Evolves the Affinity Platform with New 2026 Models

Friday, January 23, 2026
Written by Shotgun Life Staff
Categories: News
Tags: #affinity3, #franchiaffinity, #inertiadrive, #semiautoshotguns

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15 new models built on the next-generation Inertia Driven® platform with refined ergonomics and field-focused upgrades.

January 2026, Accokeek, MD – After debuting the next generation Affinity 3 and Affinity 3.5 in 2025 – the platform’s first major evolution in more than a decade – Franchi builds on that momentum for 2026 with the introduction of 15 new models across both lineups, offering hunters expanded options to make the Affinity their own. 

Within the Franchi family, the Affinity is a true do-it-all Inertia Driven® semi-auto—trusted for its proven reliability, clean operation, and the kind of field performance that holds up across seasons. Paired with Franchi’s signature craftsmanship and Italian design influence, the updated Affinity lineup brings together tradition, function, and modern refinement in one familiar platform.

The latest Affinity shotguns feature an all-new stock design that highlights Franchi’s Italian artistry while delivering meaningful ergonomic improvements. A slimmer forend with enhanced checkering provides a more secure grip and faster, more responsive swings, while grip checkering is positioned higher and farther back to improve control in real-world shooting conditions.

Beyond feel and handling, the next-generation Affinity models introduce several functional upgrades aimed squarely at life in the field. A two-piece shell latch delivers smoother, faster loading, while a new length-of-pull adjustable recoil pad reduces perceived recoil by up to 50 percent. A redesigned magazine cap and an enlarged, higher-traction bolt release make operation easier—especially when gloves are on. That same cold-weather mindset carries through to the expanded trigger guard, offering more room for confident trigger access during early mornings in the blind.

For 2026, the expanded Affinity lineup includes the following models:

  • Affinity 3 Compact Synthetic 20-ga., 24-in. barrel
  • Affinity 3 Compact Realtree MAX-7 20-ga., 26-in. barrel
  • Affinity 3 Compact Mossy Oak Bottomland 20-ga., 26-in. barrel
  • Affinity Walnut 12-ga., 28-in. barrel
  • Affinity Walnut 20-ga., 26-in. barrel
  • Affinity 3 LH Black Synthetic 12-ga., 28-in. barrel
  • Affinity 3 LH Black Synthetic 20-ga., 26-in. barrel
  • Affinity 3 Sporting Walnut 12-ga., 30-in. barrel
  • Affinity 3 Sport Trap 12-ga., 30-in. barrel
  • Affinity 3 Upland Elite Walnut 12-ga., 28-in. barrel, GMG Cerakote
  • Affinity 3 Upland Elite Walnut 20-ga., 26-in. barrel, GMG Cerakote
  • Affinity 3 Realtree MAX-7 12-ga., 28-in. barrel, Midnight Bronze Cerakote
  • Affinity 3 Mossy Oak Bottomland 20-ga., 26-in. barrel, Patriot Brown Cerakote
  • Affinity 3.5 Realtree MAX-7 12-ga., 28-in. barrel, Midnight Bronze Cerakote
  • Affinity 3.5 Mossy Oak Bottomland 12-ga., 26-in. barrel, Patriot Brown Cerakote

MSRP for the New 2026 Affinity 3 and Affinity 3.5 models ranges from $999 to $1,579 depending on configuration.

To learn more about Franchi’s shotguns and bolt-action rifles, 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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Franchi Introduces the Next-Generation Affinity 3 and 3.5 Shotguns

Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Written by Shotgun Life Staff
Categories: News
Tags: #franchiaffinity, #franchishotguns
Franchi Affinity

January 2025, Accokeek, MD – Since its introduction, Franchi’s Affinity 3 and Affinity 3.5 semi-auto shotguns have served as steady companions in duck blinds, upland fields, and competitive venues across the country and around the world. For 2025, Franchi proudly unveils the next generation of this sporting arm as the brand’s first all-new semi-auto platform in over a decade.

The new-generation Affinity 3 and 3.5 semi-auto 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 forend 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 new stock design. Clean lines flow gracefully from the grip, across the receiver, and into the forend, creating a visual continuity that reflects the shotgun’s exquisite ergonomics and precision construction. This design is also supported by a new trigger guard that subtly blends with the overall profile.

This 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 when wearing gloves. The new Affinity also features an updated magazine cap, and the bolt release button is now oblong (versus circular) with raised edging for more positive manipulation.

Another significant improvement is the addition of a two-piece shell latch. By shifting to a two-piece construction, shooters can load the shotgun faster and with less effort than with a conventional one-piece shell latch design.

Lastly, the new Affinity semi-auto addresses ergonomics with a new adjustable recoil pad system that mitigates perceived recoil by up to 50%. The standard length of pull can be shortened, providing an optimal setup for most body types. This system delivers performance that hunters and competitors have come to expect.

The Affinity 3.5 comes in 12-gauge, 2 3/4-, 3-, and 3 1/2-inch chambering with a 28-inch barrel. Consumers can choose between three finishes: black synthetic/matte blue, Realtree® Max-7™, and Mossy Oak® Bottomland™.

The Affinity 3 is available in 28- and 26-inch barrel lengths chambered in 12-gauge 2 3/4- and 3-inch with three finish options: black synthetic/matte blue, Realtree® Max-7™, and Mossy Oak® Bottomland™. Hunters with a lean toward the traditional can opt for the new Affinity 3 with a 28-inch barrel. MSRP:  $1079 – $1379 depending on model.

To learn more about Franchi’s shotguns and bolt-action rifles, visit FranchiUSA.com.

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