FRANCHI 42430 AFFINITY 3.5 MAX-7 / BRONZE 12 GA 3.5" 28" BBL

Franchi 42430 Affinity 3.5 Max-7 Bronze 12 gauge 3.5 inch 28 inch barrel semi automatic shotgun. This shotgun combines Franchi's magnum capable Affinity 3.5 platform with a two tone Midnight Bronze Cerakote and Realtree Max-7 finish, giving waterfowl hunters a weather resistant, heavy load capable shotgun for demanding conditions. Anyone searching for a 12 gauge magnum semi auto shotgun with a Cerakote finish for waterfowl hunting will find this model built specifically for that purpose.

Key Features

• Manufacturer part number 42430
• Gauge 12, chamber 3.5 inches, chambered for 2 3/4 inch, 3 inch, and 3.5 inch shells
• Action type semi automatic
• Barrel length 28 inches, hard chrome lined chamber and bore
• Magazine capacity 4 plus 1
• Length of pull 14.38 inches, adjustable with included spacers and shims
• Finish: Midnight Bronze Cerakote receiver and barrel
• Stock: Realtree Max-7 camo pattern
• Sights: fiber optic front sight
• Choke system: chokes in cylinder, improved modified, and full constrictions, wrench included
• Receiver: drilled and tapped
• Minimum recommended load: 3 dram, 1 1/8 ounce

Special Features

• The Midnight Bronze Cerakote finish on the receiver and barrel resists moisture, rain, snow, and ice better than standard bluing, holding up through repeated exposure to harsh weather.
• Full Realtree Max-7 camo coverage on the stock pairs with the Cerakote metal finish, giving complete visual concealment for hunting from blinds or open water setups.
• The chamber steps up to 3.5 inch magnum shells, giving you the option to run heavier loads for late season geese while still cycling lighter 2 3/4 inch shells for practice or early season birds.
• Five stock drop and cast adjustment shims are included, letting you customize the fit of the stock to your build without additional purchases.
• Four 1/4 inch stock spacers ship with the shotgun, allowing you to fine tune length of pull between roughly 12 3/8 inches and 13 3/8 inches for a more precise mount.
• A one piece trigger group assembly removes as a single unit, simplifying field cleaning and maintenance after wet or muddy hunts.
• An oversized bolt release and charging handle make the action easier to run with gloved hands during cold weather hunts.
• The hard chrome lined chamber and bore add long term protection against wear and corrosion from repeated firing and field exposure.
• A drilled and tapped receiver allows direct mounting of optics for hunters who want a red dot for faster target acquisition.

Practical Benefits

• If you hunt geese or late season ducks with heavy 3.5 inch magnum loads, this shotgun cycles that full range while the Cerakote finish keeps the metal protected through repeated exposure to wet, cold conditions.
• The combined Cerakote and Max-7 finish means you get both weatherproofing and visual concealment in one shotgun, which matters for hunters working from open water blinds or exposed field setups.
• For hunters wondering whether a semi auto can handle a full magnum load range reliably, the hard chrome lined bore and chamber support repeated cycling of everything from light target loads to full 3.5 inch magnums.
• The adjustable shim and spacer system lets you dial in a precise stock fit, which improves consistency on crossing shots over decoys.
• Oversized controls make this shotgun easier to operate with heavy gloves during freezing early morning waterfowl hunts.
• For the waterfowl hunter who needs a shotgun that resists the elements while handling heavy magnum loads, this Affinity 3.5 gives you a durable, capable tool built for tough conditions season after season.

The Franchi 42430 Affinity 3.5 in Midnight Bronze Cerakote and Realtree Max-7 in 12 gauge with its 3.5 inch chamber and 28 inch barrel stands as a solid fit for waterfowl hunters who need magnum performance and weather resistant durability.