{"reviews":[{"id":6414132,"locale":"en_US","rating":5,"title":"Just buy it","text":"Picked this up Franchi 3.5 and took it straight to the snow goose field. 0 complaints. Shoots great and no issues in the first 2 boxes though it. Glad I chose this one over the others I considered!","textLength":197,"csFlag":false,"inappropriateFlag":false,"reviewedFlag":true,"autoModerated":true,"published":true,"incentivized":false,"upVotes":0,"downVotes":0,"orderId":"47847930","dimensions":[{"type":1,"dimensionId":3,"dimensionLabel":"Value","id":11,"code":"VAL05","label":null,"value":5},{"type":1,"dimensionId":4,"dimensionLabel":"Durability","id":16,"code":"DUR05","label":null,"value":5},{"type":1,"dimensionId":5,"dimensionLabel":"Quality","id":21,"code":"QUAL5","label":null,"value":5}],"responses":[],"tags":[],"media":{"photo":[],"video":[],"audio":[]},"user":{"nickName":null,"firstName":"Brennan","lastName":"Comstock","emailAddress":"[email protected]","externalId":null,"city":null,"state":null,"country":null,"ageRange":null,"badge":null,"shopperProfiles":[]},"reviewedDate":"2025-03-26T23:06:21-04:00","purchaseDate":"2025-03-19T19:35:21-04:00","dateCreated":"2025-03-26T07:32:44-04:00","customData":[],"incentiveType":null,"campaign":null,"deviceFingerprint":null,"topics":[],"catalogItems":[{"sku":"4855-41095","title":"Franchi Affinity 3.5 12 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun","url":"https://www.scheels.com/p/4855-41095","category":"semi-automatic-shotguns","reviewCount":7,"ratingCount":7,"averageRating":5,"ratingBreakdown":{"1":0,"2":0,"3":0,"4":0,"5":7},"active":true,"attributes":[]}]},{"id":3075437,"locale":"en_US","rating":5,"title":"Good pattern, cycles well","text":"Bought this gun, have shot roughly 300 1 1/8 oz trap loads through it. Cycles like a champ. Patterned federal speed shok like a champ at 35 yards. Shoulders easy and cycles quick. Break down is easy. Will come back after season and add a review.","textLength":245,"csFlag":false,"inappropriateFlag":false,"reviewedFlag":true,"autoModerated":true,"published":true,"incentivized":false,"upVotes":1,"downVotes":0,"orderId":null,"dimensions":[{"type":1,"dimensionId":3,"dimensionLabel":"Value","id":11,"code":"VAL05","label":null,"value":5},{"type":1,"dimensionId":4,"dimensionLabel":"Durability","id":16,"code":"DUR05","label":null,"value":5},{"type":1,"dimensionId":5,"dimensionLabel":"Quality","id":21,"code":"QUAL5","label":null,"value":5}],"responses":[],"tags":[],"media":{"photo":[],"video":[],"audio":[]},"user":{"nickName":null,"firstName":"Cory","lastName":"Seirup","emailAddress":"[email protected]","externalId":null,"city":null,"state":null,"country":null,"ageRange":null,"badge":null,"shopperProfiles":[]},"reviewedDate":"2023-07-20T14:05:49-04:00","purchaseDate":null,"dateCreated":"2023-07-11T19:57:14-04:00","customData":[],"incentiveType":null,"campaign":null,"deviceFingerprint":null,"topics":[],"catalogItems":[{"sku":"4855-41095","title":"Franchi Affinity 3.5 12 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun","url":"https://www.scheels.com/p/4855-41095","category":"semi-automatic-shotguns","reviewCount":7,"ratingCount":7,"averageRating":5,"ratingBreakdown":{"1":0,"2":0,"3":0,"4":0,"5":7},"active":true,"attributes":[]}]},{"id":3044057,"locale":"en_US","rating":5,"title":"","text":"Love this gun! Have not tried cycling target loads through it yet but have had no issues with 2.75 heavy game, 3\" or 3.5\" also happy with recoil reduction on 3.5 shells.","textLength":169,"csFlag":false,"inappropriateFlag":false,"reviewedFlag":true,"autoModerated":true,"published":true,"incentivized":false,"upVotes":0,"downVotes":0,"orderId":"21769744","dimensions":[{"type":1,"dimensionId":3,"dimensionLabel":"Value","id":11,"code":"VAL05","label":null,"value":5},{"type":1,"dimensionId":4,"dimensionLabel":"Durability","id":16,"code":"DUR05","label":null,"value":5},{"type":1,"dimensionId":5,"dimensionLabel":"Quality","id":21,"code":"QUAL5","label":null,"value":5}],"responses":[],"tags":[],"media":{"photo":[],"video":[],"audio":[]},"user":{"nickName":null,"firstName":"John","lastName":"Manders","emailAddress":"[email protected]","externalId":null,"city":null,"state":null,"country":null,"ageRange":null,"badge":null,"shopperProfiles":[]},"reviewedDate":"2023-07-03T09:22:35-04:00","purchaseDate":"2020-05-01T17:27:34-04:00","dateCreated":"2023-06-29T17:17:12-04:00","customData":[],"incentiveType":null,"campaign":null,"deviceFingerprint":null,"topics":[],"catalogItems":[{"sku":"4855-41095","title":"Franchi Affinity 3.5 12 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun","url":"https://www.scheels.com/p/4855-41095","category":"semi-automatic-shotguns","reviewCount":7,"ratingCount":7,"averageRating":5,"ratingBreakdown":{"1":0,"2":0,"3":0,"4":0,"5":7},"active":true,"attributes":[]}]},{"id":2208506,"locale":"en_US","rating":5,"title":"Amazing gun","text":"This gun has been the best gun I've ever owner. I've had it for 2.5 years not and i now have about 4,000 rounds through it, only cleaned twice, its never jammed or malfunctioned.","textLength":178,"csFlag":false,"inappropriateFlag":false,"reviewedFlag":true,"autoModerated":true,"published":true,"incentivized":false,"upVotes":0,"downVotes":0,"orderId":null,"dimensions":[],"responses":[],"tags":[],"media":{"photo":[],"video":[],"audio":[]},"user":{"nickName":null,"firstName":"Jase","lastName":"Meyer","emailAddress":null,"externalId":null,"city":null,"state":null,"country":null,"ageRange":null,"badge":null,"shopperProfiles":[]},"reviewedDate":"2022-11-09T09:51:09-05:00","purchaseDate":null,"dateCreated":"2022-11-08T15:21:47-05:00","customData":[],"incentiveType":null,"campaign":null,"deviceFingerprint":null,"topics":[],"catalogItems":[{"sku":"4855-41095","title":"Franchi Affinity 3.5 12 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun","url":"https://www.scheels.com/p/4855-41095","category":"semi-automatic-shotguns","reviewCount":7,"ratingCount":7,"averageRating":5,"ratingBreakdown":{"1":0,"2":0,"3":0,"4":0,"5":7},"active":true,"attributes":[]}]},{"id":1226030,"locale":"en_US","rating":5,"title":"Very reliable gun","text":"I took it out the next day and ran about 12 rounds thru it, works very well and love the camo, my son has the I 12 and has used it for years , so Franchi makes a great shotgun.","textLength":176,"csFlag":false,"inappropriateFlag":false,"reviewedFlag":true,"autoModerated":true,"published":true,"incentivized":false,"upVotes":3,"downVotes":0,"orderId":"24789775","dimensions":[],"responses":[],"tags":[],"media":{"photo":[],"video":[],"audio":[]},"user":{"nickName":null,"firstName":"Matt","lastName":"Evans","emailAddress":"[email protected]","externalId":null,"city":null,"state":null,"country":null,"ageRange":null,"badge":null,"shopperProfiles":[]},"reviewedDate":"2021-08-31T00:24:29-04:00","purchaseDate":"2021-08-02T11:11:26-04:00","dateCreated":"2021-08-29T15:14:38-04:00","customData":[],"incentiveType":null,"campaign":null,"deviceFingerprint":null,"topics":[],"catalogItems":[{"sku":"4855-41095","title":"Franchi Affinity 3.5 12 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun","url":"https://www.scheels.com/p/4855-41095","category":"semi-automatic-shotguns","reviewCount":7,"ratingCount":7,"averageRating":5,"ratingBreakdown":{"1":0,"2":0,"3":0,"4":0,"5":7},"active":true,"attributes":[]}]},{"id":1185532,"locale":"en_US","rating":5,"title":"Best bang for your buck!!","text":"Can't praise this gun enough!! Everyone kept saying it's not the arrow it's the Indian. I've hit better with this gun than I ever did with my old one. It helps when the arrow is as nice as this one!!","textLength":199,"csFlag":false,"inappropriateFlag":false,"reviewedFlag":true,"autoModerated":true,"published":true,"incentivized":false,"upVotes":4,"downVotes":0,"orderId":null,"dimensions":[],"responses":[],"tags":[],"media":{"photo":[],"video":[],"audio":[]},"user":{"nickName":null,"firstName":"Brian","lastName":"Webb","emailAddress":"[email protected]","externalId":null,"city":null,"state":null,"country":null,"ageRange":null,"badge":null,"shopperProfiles":[]},"reviewedDate":"2021-08-03T12:47:50-04:00","purchaseDate":null,"dateCreated":"2021-08-02T20:59:30-04:00","customData":[],"incentiveType":null,"campaign":null,"deviceFingerprint":null,"topics":[],"catalogItems":[{"sku":"4855-41095","title":"Franchi Affinity 3.5 12 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun","url":"https://www.scheels.com/p/4855-41095","category":"semi-automatic-shotguns","reviewCount":7,"ratingCount":7,"averageRating":5,"ratingBreakdown":{"1":0,"2":0,"3":0,"4":0,"5":7},"active":true,"attributes":[]}]},{"id":656462,"locale":"en_US","rating":5,"title":"Best gun under &1000","text":"Great gun. Shoulders like a benelli and the inertia system works great. Never had a problem with this gun.","textLength":106,"csFlag":false,"inappropriateFlag":true,"reviewedFlag":true,"autoModerated":true,"published":true,"incentivized":false,"upVotes":36,"downVotes":3,"orderId":null,"dimensions":[],"responses":[],"tags":[],"media":{"photo":[],"video":[],"audio":[]},"user":{"nickName":"Austin","firstName":"Austin","lastName":"Alioto","emailAddress":"[email protected]","externalId":null,"city":null,"state":null,"country":null,"ageRange":null,"badge":null,"shopperProfiles":[]},"reviewedDate":"2020-10-18T16:25:16-04:00","purchaseDate":null,"dateCreated":"2020-09-10T22:02:09-04:00","customData":[],"incentiveType":null,"campaign":null,"deviceFingerprint":null,"topics":[],"catalogItems":[{"sku":"4855-41095","title":"Franchi Affinity 3.5 12 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun","url":"https://www.scheels.com/p/4855-41095","category":"semi-automatic-shotguns","reviewCount":7,"ratingCount":7,"averageRating":5,"ratingBreakdown":{"1":0,"2":0,"3":0,"4":0,"5":7},"active":true,"attributes":[]}]}],"offset":0,"limit":10,"total":7}"Full Description:\nThe Franchi Affinity 3.5 12 Gauge Shotgun handles like a lightweight shotgun without sacrificing power or performance. An oversized bolt release and enlarged loading port on this 12-gauge shotgun allow for easier manipulation and loading even with gloves. The stock features a removable internal weight to adjust weight distribution for more comfortable handling. The Inertia Driven® firing system delivers cleaner firing to prevent residue from building up in the action as well as reducing recoil. The TSA recoil pad further diminishes felt recoil by up to 50% resulting in a more comfortable shooting experience all-day long. In addition to its enhanced shooting performance, this shotgun offers easy care and maintenance thanks to a trigger group that removes as a complete unit with the removal of a single pin. Perfect for a long day of continuous shooting or the hunter seeking upgraded maneuverability, the Franchi Affinity 3.5 12 Gauge Shotgun delivers powerful and reliable performance in a shotgun engineered for quick pointing-and-shooting.<br><br><strong>Includes:</strong>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Shim kit for drop adjustment</li>\n\t<li>Choke tubes and wrench: IC, M, and F</li>\n</ul>\n\nFeatures:\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Inertia Driven® system provides adjustment-free and cleaner firing\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Drilled and tapped receiver for easy mounting of optics\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Trigger group removes as a unit for easy maintenance\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Enlarged loading port for quicker loading with gloves\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Oversized bolt release for easier manipulation\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>TSA recoil pad reduces recoil by up to 50%\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Inertia Driven® system provides adjustment-free and cleaner firing\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Removable internal balance weight to customize weight-distribution\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\nSpecifications:\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Drop at Heel: Adjustable from 2 to 2.5 in.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Overall Length: 47.5 in. (26 in. barrel) and 49.5 in. (28 in. barrel)\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Caliber: 12-gauge\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Front sight: Fiber optic red-bar\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Weight: 7 lb\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Barrel Length: 26 in. or 28 in.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Drop at Heel: Adjustable from 2 to 2.5 in.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Overall Length: 47.5 in. (26 in. barrel) and 49.5 in. (28 in. barrel)\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Minimum Recommended Load: 3-dram, 1 1/8 ounce\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Length of pull: 14 3/8 in.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Barrel length: 26 in. or 28 in.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Chamber Length: 3.5 in.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Action: Semi-automatic\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Drop at Comb: 1.5 in.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Magazine Capacity: 4+1\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n"