Franchi 12 gauge model 48AL Field Grade 2 3/4 in 28 Improved Modified .698 Fixed Choke Bead Blade Sight 1972 Production G-VG Condition Blue & Walnut C&R OK
Exact shotgun in photos. Luigi Franchi, s.p.a., Brescia, Italy Barrel & parts manufacturer; and Llama Gabilondy y Cia, S.A. of Vitoria Spain assembler & receiver mfg. XX8 code = 1972. Left side receiver stamped by CAI importers. Browning design recoil operated semi-auto shotgun. 12 gauge, 2 3/4 chamber. Steel barrel, bolt, and internal parts in a lightweight alloy receiver. 28” barrel with .6985 muzzle Improved Modified fixed choke. Acciaio Cogne Supercromato barrel marking refers to high grade Italian steel that is chrome lined. Bladed Bead front sight and serrated top receiver. Capacity 4 +1 round w/o plug. Guard mounted push button safety. .240 smooth trigger pulls single stage at 4 pounds. Weight empty is 6 pounds 9 ounces. OAL 48 in. Drop 1 5/8 x 2 1/4; 14 LOP. Note the Michaels swivel studs on the mag cap and buttstock. Barrel finish is polished surface blued steel, with gloss black anodized receiver. Oil finish Italian walnut. Wear is moderate to extensive, with receiver wear, blue freckling, and wood scouring. We rate Good, perhaps Very Good, 75%, but photos ought to suffice. Clean mechanism. Minimal shell carrier wear, so we estimate fired fewer than 500 rounds. C&R Eligible due to its age.
