Franchi Affinity 3 (2026 update): Release Date, Price & Specs
The Franchi Affinity 3 (2026 update) release date, MSRP price, specs and shipping status. A new shotgun from Franchi for 2026.
When can I buy it?
Not yet. Announced Jan 20, 2026; no confirmed ship date. Announced per shotshow.org, checked Oct 16, 2026.
- Is It Shipping?
- Announced Announced per shotshow.org, checked Oct 16, 2026
- MSRP
- Not yet announced
- Announced
- Jan 20, 2026
- Category
- Shotgun
MSRP is the manufacturer's price from the cited source; street prices vary.
Image: Franchi (https://www.franchiusa.com/semi-auto-shotguns/affinity-3-sporting)
Franchi updated 17 Affinity semi-auto models for 2026 with thinner forends, deeper and longer checkering, and a new two-piece shell latch.
Why it matters
It's a refined, Inertia Driven field and clays gun at a mid-range price.
Key specs
| Gauges | 12, 20 |
|---|---|
| Models updated | 17 |
| Action | Inertia Driven |
| Changes | thinner forend, extended checkering, 2-piece shell latch, redesigned mag cap and trigger guard |
| SRP | $1,299-$2,049 |
Status history
- Jan 20, 2026: Announced · source
Who it's for: Bird hunters and clay shooters.
Compare with
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| Franchi Affinity 3 (2026 update) (this page) | Announced | Not yet announced | Jan 20, 2026 |
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FAQ
- When was the Franchi Affinity 3 (2026 update) released?
- Franchi announced it Jan 20, 2026. Its status is Announced as of our check on Oct 16, 2026.
- How much does the Franchi Affinity 3 (2026 update) cost?
- The manufacturer has not published an MSRP that we could verify yet.
- When does the Franchi Affinity 3 (2026 update) ship?
- It has been announced but we have not confirmed a ship date yet.
- Where can I buy the Franchi Affinity 3 (2026 update)?
- Check the maker page for authorized dealers. We will add retailer links once we confirm stock.
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