FRANCHI 42012 AFFINITY 3 LEFT HAND SYNTHETIC 20 GA 3" 26" BBL

The Franchi Affinity 3 Left-Hand (42012) is an inertia-driven semi-automatic shotgun chambered in 20 gauge with a 26-inch barrel, built from the ground up for left-handed hunters who want a purpose-engineered left-hand 20 gauge semi-auto shotgun for upland and waterfowl hunting. This is not a mirrored afterthought of a right-handed design but a fully configured left-hand platform with dedicated controls, adjustable fit, and Italian-crafted reliability built in at the factory.

Key Features

• Manufacturer part number: 42012
• Gauge: 20 Gauge
• Chamber: 2-3/4 inch and 3 inch
• Capacity: 4+1 rounds
• Barrel length: 26 inches, chrome-lined bore and chamber
• Barrel finish: Matte blued
• Receiver: Aluminum alloy, anodized black finish
• Stock: Black synthetic with Ergonom-X ergonomic shaping
• Length of pull: 14-3/8 inches
• Drop at comb: 1-1/2 inches
• Drop at heel: 2 to 2-1/2 inches, adjustable
• Overall length: 47.25 inches
• Weight: 6.0 lbs
• Action: Inertia Driven semi-automatic
• Safety: Positioned for left-hand operation
• Bolt handle: Left side, chrome finish
• Ejection: Left-hand configured ejection port
• Sights: Fiber-optic front sight
• Receiver: Drilled and tapped for optics mounting
• Chokes included: Improved Cylinder, Modified, Full, and wrench
• Minimum recommended load: 7/8 oz. at 1,200 FPS
• Warranty: 7-year manufacturer warranty
• Hand: Left

Special Features

• Every primary control on the Affinity 3 Left-Hand, including the bolt handle, safety, and ejection port, is positioned for natural left-hand operation, eliminating the awkward workarounds that right-handed shotguns force on left-handed hunters.
• The Inertia Driven action uses energy from the fired shell to cycle the next round, keeping the mechanical system simple, lightweight, and easy to clean without the gas ports and pistons that require regular scrubbing in gas-operated designs.
• The Omni Stock five-shim adjustment kit lets the shooter dial in drop and cast to match their specific face geometry, giving left-handed hunters a personalized fit that most factory shotguns do not offer.
• Hard chrome lining in both the chamber and bore resists corrosion and wear from extended use with steel shot and field conditions, extending the service life of the barrel without requiring special cleaning products.
• Oversized bolt release and charging handle operate smoothly while wearing heavy hunting gloves, a practical detail for late-season waterfowl and cold-weather upland hunting.
• The beveled loading port speeds follow-up loading in the field, with or without gloves, reducing fumbling during active hunts.
• A drilled and tapped receiver accepts optics and accessories directly, so the shooter can mount a red dot or reflex sight without gunsmithing.
• The removable one-piece trigger group pulls free for thorough cleaning after field use, letting hunters maintain the action without tools or specialized knowledge.

Practical Benefits

• At 6.0 pounds with a 26-inch barrel, this shotgun swings naturally on flushing birds and crossing waterfowl targets without the fatigue that heavier semi-autos produce over a long day in the field.
• The 20 gauge platform is compatible with the broadest range of upland and waterfowl loads from 7/8 oz. target loads to 3-inch heavy field loads, giving you a single shotgun that transitions between dove fields, pheasant covers, and duck blinds.
• The adjustable stock fit makes this shotgun a practical choice for youth hunters moving into a full-sized platform, as the five-shim kit lets you set the fit now and adjust it as the shooter grows.
• The 4+1 capacity gives left-handed hunters enough rounds to handle multiple flushes and follow-up shots without breaking focus to reload during active bird contact.
• The fiber-optic front sight delivers a bright sight picture across varying light conditions from dawn flights to midday upland covers, allowing fast target acquisition without relying on a rib-only sighting plane.
• If you are a left-handed hunter who has spent years making do with right-handed guns, the Franchi Affinity 3 Left-Hand gives you a shotgun that was built for the way you actually shoot.

The Franchi Affinity 3 Left-Hand (42012) in 20 gauge is a solid fit for left-handed upland and waterfowl hunters who want a lightweight, fully configured semi-automatic field shotgun with adjustable fit and Italian-built reliability.