The Franchi Affinity Elite 3.5 is a 12-gauge semi-automatic shotgun chambered for shells up to 3.5 inches, built for waterfowl hunting. The OPTIFADE Waterfowl Timber/Cobalt Cerakote finish handles wetland conditions and provides effective concealment. At 7 lbs., it's light enough for long days in a blind. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Affinity 3.5 
• Gauge: 12 GA 
• Action Type: Semi-Automatic 
• Barrel Length: 28 inches 
• Chambering Length: 3.5 inches 
• Overall Length: 49.5 inches 
• Weight: 7 lbs 
• Magazine Capacity: 4+1 rounds (fixed) 
• Chokes Included: Extended Close-Range, Extended Long-Range, Extended Mid-Range 
• Sights Type: TRUGLO dual-color fiber-optic bar front sight 
• Finish: OPTIFADE Waterfowl Timber/Cobalt Cerakote 
   

Detailed Features 

 
Three extended chokes cover close, mid, and long-range shot patterns, so you can match the choke to the distance without swapping to aftermarket tubes. The TRUGLO dual-color fiber-optic front sight picks up quickly in variable light. Length of pull is 14 3/8 inches, designed for right-handed shooters. 
 
The Cerakote finish resists corrosion and hard weather. The semi-auto action cycles reliably across the 3.5-inch shell range, which opens up a wide selection of waterfowl loads.

Most hunters who shoot the Affinity Elite 3.5 come away satisfied. The light weight for a 3.5-inch gun is the most mentioned positive. It reduces fatigue on long hunts without giving up shell capacity. The semi-auto action is reliable and handles fast follow-up shots well.

The Timber/Cobalt finish gets consistent compliments both for how it looks and how well it blends in wetland settings. Recoil with heavier 3.5-inch loads is a recurring topic; most shooters find it manageable, though a few note it's noticeable. Price comes up. Some consider it steep relative to alternatives, though the general consensus is the quality justifies it.