The Franchi Affinity 3 is a 12-gauge semi-automatic shotgun with a 28-inch barrel, Midnight Bronze Cerakote finish over an aluminum receiver. At 6.9 lbs it handles well during extended field use. 
 

Key Specifications 

• UPC: 650350414080 
• Gauge: 12 GA 
• Action: Semi Automatic 
• Capacity: 4 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 28 inches 
• Weight: 6.9 lbs. 
• Finish: Cerakote 
• Receiver Material: Aluminum 
• Receiver Finish: Midnight Bronze 
   

Features 

 
The inertia-driven semi-automatic action cycles reliably and keeps the mechanism simple with fewer parts than gas-operated systems. The aluminum receiver keeps weight down without compromising structural integrity. 
 
The 28-inch barrel is a field and sporting length. It gives good swing through on moving targets and handles standard 2-3/4" and 3" shells. Cerakote on the receiver resists corrosion and surface wear, which matters in wet hunting conditions. 
 
The Midnight Bronze color is distinct without being impractical in the field. 
 

Use Cases 

• Upland and waterfowl hunting: The 28-inch barrel and inertia action are well-matched to field hunting applications. 
• Trap and skeet: Semi-auto reduces felt recoil on high-round-count sessions, and the barrel length suits sporting clays and trap. 
• Home defense: Works in this role, though the 28-inch barrel makes it less maneuverable indoors than a shorter-barreled option.

Franchi Affinity 3 owners in the Midnight Bronze configuration are generally positive, with aesthetics and reliability both drawing consistent praise.

The Midnight Bronze Cerakote finish gets regular mention as the reason buyers chose this variant over standard black or wood options. It photographs well and holds up to field conditions. Beyond looks, the Cerakote is practical. It handles moisture and abrasion better than standard bluing.

On reliability, the inertia system runs cleanly on most users' ammo selections. A few note that very light target loads can cause cycling issues, which is a known characteristic of inertia guns. They prefer loads with enough recoil impulse to cycle the action.

The 6.9-lb weight at 28 inches is comfortable for most shooters during a full clay session. Recoil is described as manageable, though some users with lighter builds find the cheek piece geometry worth adjusting.

Value discussions show two camps: buyers who think it's well-priced for a Franchi semi-auto with a specialty finish, and buyers comparing it to budget Italian semi-autos. The Affinity 3's fit and finish tend to tip the conversation toward the former, but it's a real cost consideration in the segment.