The Franchi Affinity 3.5 is a 12-gauge semi-auto shotgun with a Cerakote/Realtree Max-5 camo finish, chambered for 3.5-inch shells. It handles everything from light target loads to heavy waterfowl shells without modification. 
 

Key Specifications 

• UPC: 650350414127 
• Gauge: 12 GA 
• Action: Semi-Automatic 
• Capacity: 4 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 28 inches 
• Finish: Cerakote with Realtree Max-5 Camo 
   

Features 

 
The 3.5-inch chamber opens up the full range of magnum waterfowl loads, which is the main reason to step up from the standard Affinity 3. The 28-inch barrel gives a smooth swing and reasonable velocity without making the gun unwieldy. Cerakote over the receiver protects against salt air and wet field conditions. The traditional bead front sight is simple and fast to pick up.

Owners of the Affinity 3.5 in Realtree Max-5 generally like it. The lightweight handling and smooth semi-auto action come up consistently in discussions. The 3.5-inch chamber is a real selling point for serious duck hunters who want one gun for the full range of shell sizes. The Max-5 pattern gets good marks for blending into natural vegetation.

A few owners mention that certain ammunition needs a break-in period before cycling reliably. Recoil management comes up as a mixed topic. Most find it fine, but those running heavy 3.5-inch loads sometimes add an aftermarket recoil pad. Nothing here that rises to a reliability concern; it reads more like normal break-in and load sensitivity.