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FRANCHI

I-12 SPORTING

NEW for 2008
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The new Franchi I-12 Sporting is the first competition gun of its kind. An Inertia Driven® shotgun, its elongated forcing cone provides superior patterns and softer shooting. The I-12 Sporting has all the desirable features of more expensive models and is the ideal blend of style and performance.

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The I-12 has a 30" barrel with 10-mm tapered target rib, ported to control muzzle climb. It uses extended choke tubes.

I-12 Sporting — 12-GA, 3" — Walnut with WeatherCoat™   MSRP $1369

The affordable, lightweight I-12 Sporting auto-loader shotgun combines new technology with the best features of the Franchi tradition. The I-12 Sporting represents the beginning of an innovative line of light, fast, reliable auto-loader shotguns designed specifically for clay shooters.

Weighing only 6-1/2 pounds, the 12-gauge shotgun uses a lightweight aluminum alloy receiver strengthened with steel inserts, allowing for a solid, steel-to-steel lock up. With the light weight of the I-12, you can swing fast to pick up second birds with plenty of time to make the shot. The 30-inch barrel with 10-mm, tapered target rib is ported to control muzzle climb. The barrel uses extended choke tubes that are compatible with Benelli’s Crio™ chokes for easy fitting and removal.

The I-12 shotgun has a WeatherCoat™ walnut stock that is virtually impervious to any kind of weather. The finish complements the wood’s beautiful grain pattern.

The patented Twin Shock Absorber™ (TSA) recoil-reducing system diminishes felt recoil up to 44-percent, making the I-12 Sporting an absolute pleasure to shoot.

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LEFT: The lightweight aluminum receiver of the I-12 Sporting is strengthened with steel inserts that allow for a solid, steel-to-steel lock up.

CENTER: The I-12 Sporting is an innovative line of fast, reliable auto-loader shotguns designed specifically for clay shooters. It is the first Inertia Driven® shotgun to feature an elongated forcing cone.

RIGHT: The WeatherCoat™ walnut stock of the I-12 Sporting is virtually impervious to the elements. The stock sports a finish that complements the beautiful grain pattern of the wood.

I-12 Sporting
Item
Number
Barrel
Length
 
Stock
Overall
Length
Average
Weight
 
MSRP
I-12 Sporting 12-Gauge 2-3/4" and 3"
40760 30" WeatherCoat™ 51" 6.5 lbs. $1369
Common specifications: Extended Chokes: C,IC,M,IM,F Type of Sights: Red bar Length of Pull: 14-1/2" Drop at Heel: 2-1/4" Drop at Comb: 1-1/2"

STANDARD FEATURES
EXTENDED CHOKE TUBES: C, IC, M, IM, F, wrench
FINISHES: Walnut with WeatherCoat™
TSA RECOIL PAD: Twin Shock Absorber™ gel-insert recoil pad

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
TSA RECOIL PADS: Three options to customize length-of-pull to 14-3/8", 14-3/4", or 15". Gel insert sold separately.
CHOKE TUBES: C, IC, M, IM, F; (Available in flush or extended versions)
HARD CASE: Custom-fitted hard case to protect gun in transport

Shipped with limiter plug installed.


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