Franchi Highlander 20 Gauge Side-by-Side – 26" Barrels, Coin Receiver, IM Choke
Built in Italy during the mid-2000s, the Franchi Highlander blends traditional side-by-side form with practical field features. Factory scroll and bird scene engraving, a lightweight 6-pound profile, and fixed Improved Modified chokes give this discontinued model lasting appeal for hunters and enthusiasts who value classic styling backed by modern engineering.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – clean, well-maintained with minor wear marks.
Specific Condition Notes: The blued barrels and coin-finished receiver display scattered scratches and handling blemishes. The oil-finished walnut furniture shows light rubs and small marks but remains structurally sound with crisp checkering.
What’s Included
- Franchi Highlander 20 Gauge side-by-side shotgun
Franchi’s 26" steel barrels feature a concave matted solid rib topped with a single brass bead. Chambers are cut for both 2 ¾" and 3" shells, giving you flexibility to run light upland loads or heavier 3" magnums. Fixed Improved Modified chokes are well-suited for birds or small game at medium ranges.
The alloy-steel receiver wears a bright coin finish highlighted by full-coverage scroll and bird motifs, all applied at the factory. Gardone PSF proof stamps, star-over-shield markings, and the Benelli USA import mark confirm authentic Italian manufacture.
An oil-finished walnut stock with a Prince-of-Wales grip and wrap-around checkering offers a 14.5" length of pull. The matching splinter forend keeps the front end slim for quick handling. At roughly 6 lbs, the Highlander carries easily all day.
Function-focused features include a single selective trigger, tang safety, and automatic ejectors that kick spent shells clear as the action opens. The break-open mechanism locks up tight, delivering the reliability expected from a Franchi game gun.