Franchi 48 AL Field 28 Gauge 26" Long-Recoil Semi-Auto Shotgun, Matte Black / Walnut, M Choke
The Franchi 48 AL Field in 28 gauge marries a lightweight aluminum receiver with classic walnut furniture, delivering a 5.6-pound long-recoil shotgun that handles quickly in the field. This Italian-made model features a 26-inch chrome-lined barrel with a ventilated rib and an M screw-in choke, making it a versatile option for upland hunters and Franchi enthusiasts alike. Discontinued around 2016 and imported by Benelli USA, it offers modern reliability in a design derived from the Browning Auto-5.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent – clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: The walnut stock and fore-end display a few mild scratches, small dings, and light handling wear, but all surfaces remain structurally sound and the action cycles smoothly.
What’s Included
- Franchi 48 AL Field 28 Gauge shotgun
- M (Modified) screw-in choke tube installed
The 48 AL’s long-recoil action reduces felt recoil while maintaining a slim receiver profile. Shooters accustomed to the Browning Auto-5 lineage will recognize the familiar operating system, now updated with a lightweight aluminum alloy frame to shave ounces without sacrificing strength.
Franchi paired the matte black anodized receiver with satin-finished walnut furniture. Cut checkering on the pistol-grip stock and matching fore-end offers a secure grasp, and a rubber recoil pad caps the 14.25-inch length of pull for comfortable shouldering.
The 26-inch steel barrel is chrome-lined for corrosion resistance and fitted with a ventilated rib topped by a single white bead for quick sight acquisition. The included Modified choke extends versatility for upland birds or clays, while additional Benelli-pattern choke tubes can be added to tailor patterns further.
A 2 ¾-inch chamber feeds from the four-round tubular magazine, and a cross-bolt safety sits just behind the trigger guard for intuitive operation. Later-production Benelli USA import marks confirm its final production era before Franchi ended 48 AL manufacturing.