Instinct Catalyst
Italian tradition and Fine Craftsmanship
The Itailian tradition and craftsmanship of the Franchi Instinct series, fully re-imagined in an innovative, affordable, over & under built specifically for women. Like its sister, the Affinity Catalyst, our Instinct Catalyst's stock has been redesigned with a drop, cast, pitch, LOP and grip length that better aligns with a women's body. Red, fiber-optic front sights put eyes on target quickly and confidently, with a classic, A-Grade satin walnut finish that looks just right, as well. Much more than just a shorter stock dressed in pink, this is a shotgun that immediately feel right in the hands and on the shoulder of today's women shooters.
A gold-inlaid Franchi logo adorns the Instinct SL Catalyst's trigger guard. The aluminum receiver significantly reduces the firearm's weight.
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The color case-hardened receiver provides for greater strength and durability while showcasing a refined and traditional look.
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The gun's underside features an engraved "Franchi" logo and classic, subtle engraving. The presentation is finished with a beautifully crafted trigger guard with gold Franchi "F" logo.
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The slim and tapered forend features cut checkering and was purposefully designed for heightened ergonomic performance and comfort in all shooting applications.
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Every Franchi Over/Under comes standard with a recoil pad to promote shooting comfort with heavier loads and during long days in the field.
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Features
Standard Features
Incorporates automatic ejectors to quickly clear spent hulls and faciliate fast reloading.
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The tang-mounted safety automatically resets ot the "On" position when the action is opened.
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A horizontal barrel selector switch on the tang-mounted safety allows for the choice of which barrel fires first.
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For adjustment of length of pull.
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The monobloc receiver is machined from a solid steel block and features a color case-hardened finish for a refined and classic look and increased durability. Only on model # 40809.
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The monobloc receiver is machined from a solid aluminum block and features Franchi's signature scalloped design for a clean and upscale look, with the added comfort of reduced weight in the field. Only on model 40829.
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A Prince of Wales Stock and tapered Forend are crafted from A-Grade satin walnut and feature cut checkering to promote a positive grip.
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Vents between the two barrels assist in the dissipation of heat when multiple shots are fired in quick succession.
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Featuring a vented rib to help dissipate heat and dampen mirage.
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Included fiber-optic front sight for easy target acquisition.
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Chokes come in the following constrictions: C, IM and F. Wrench included. (Model 40809)
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IC, M, F and Wrench (Model 40829)
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Optional Features
Additional flush mount choke tubes are available for purchase across a wide variety of constrictions and applications.
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Additional extended mount choke tubes are available for purchase across a wide variety of constrictions and applications.
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Additional ported choke tubes are available for purchase across a wide variety of constrictions and applications.
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