barrel for old 20 ga 48 AL

[reeder]

Anyone know where I can find a barrel for an older (1970s) 20 ga 48 AL? I'm told the newer barrels will not fit my gun. Thanks for your help.

[blue ridge grouse hunter]

Hi reeder. Did you find any places to get older 48al barrells for 20 gauges? I have one and would like to find another barrel also.

Thanks.

[reeder]

Originally posted by blue ridge grouse hunter:
Hi reeder. Did you find any places to get older 48al barrells for 20 gauges? I have one and would like to find another barrel also.

Thanks.

[reeder]

I came across one place (can't recall namve) on net but they wanted over $200 which is more than I payed for the gun. not even cabela's famed gun library could help. I'll let you know if I find some. Meanwhile, I'll stick with open-choke and close shots.

[Dino]

I am considering purchasing a Franchi 48. What is the difference between recoil between a gas operated semi-auto and a long-recoil like the 48?

[RED DEVIL]

Reeder-don't know if you solved your problem but I do know that new Franchi barrels, that accept screw-in chokes, will definitely fit your gun. I have two 48 AL's, a 12 and a 20, and have bought and installed the new barrels on them. They work great. Imported by Benelli. Both my guns were made in the late 60's or early 70's.