Franchi Renaissance Sporting 12 Gauge Over/Under, 30 in Barrels, 3 in Chambers, Coin-Finished Engraved Receiver, Ported, Adjustable Comb
This Franchi Mod. Renaissance Sporting is an Italian-made 12 gauge over/under with 30 in barrels and 3 in chambers, combining a coin-finished, factory-engraved receiver with practical sporting features. It is configured with a Full choke in the top barrel and a Cylinder choke in the bottom barrel, timed ejectors, and a green fiber-optic front bead. The walnut stock includes an adjustable comb, a right-hand palm swell, and right-hand cast-off for a tailored fit.
The receiver is marked "Renaissance Sporting" and carries scroll engraving with gold oval inlays. Blued barrels feature a vent rib, vented side ribs, and porting. The shotgun uses a single, gold-colored trigger, a tang safety, and a beavertail forend with a finger-groove and cut checkering. Chambers are marked for 2 3/4 in or 3 in shells.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Specific Condition Notes: The top lever shows minor wear on the locking lugs. Barrel fit is good with proper lockup. Ejectors are timed. Both firing pins are in good condition. The stock has a right-hand palm swell and right-hand cast-off.
What's Included
- Franchi Mod. Renaissance Sporting 12 gauge over/under shotgun
- Barrels configured with chokes: Full (top), Cylinder (bottom)
Purpose-built for sporting use, this over/under pairs 30 in blued barrels with a vent rib, vented side ribs, and porting to manage heat and muzzle rise. The green fiber-optic front bead provides a bright, precise reference on target. Timed ejectors support smooth, consistent operation between shots.
The coin-finished receiver is factory engraved with scrollwork and gold oval inlays and is marked "Renaissance Sporting." The single, gold-colored trigger and tang safety provide a clean, straightforward control layout suited to a sporting shotgun.
The walnut stock features an adjustable comb to fine-tune sight alignment, a right-hand palm swell, and right-hand cast-off to enhance handling and fit. A rubber recoil pad completes the stock for added comfort. The beavertail forend with finger-groove and cut checkering offers a secure forward grip.
Chambers are marked for 2 3/4 in or 3 in shells, and the barrel set is noted as Full in the top tube and Cylinder in the bottom tube. Markings include FRANCHI S.p.A. – BRESCIA – MADE IN ITALY and IMPORTED BY BENELLI USA CORP., Accokeek, MD.