#SundayGunday: Franchi Instinct SLX

The EAA Balikli Blue Label is presented as a budget-friendly, working-class over-under shotgun suitable for hunters. It features a lightweight aluminum receiver with a steel insert for durability, a pheasant engraving, and is available in multiple chamberings (.410, .28, .20, .12 gauge) with various barrel lengths. The shotgun utilizes mechanical triggers, shell extractors, and a manual safety that also functions as a barrel selector.

The Franchi Instinct LX is an Italian-made over-under shotgun designed for the American hunter, blending classic aesthetics with modern performance. It features AA walnut furniture, a Prince of Wales grip, a rounded Schnabel forend, and gloss blued barrels. The steel receiver is case-colored with subtle gold inlays, making it visually distinct. While weighing around seven pounds for the 12-gauge model, it's best suited for lighter upland or dove loads rather than heavy waterfowl rounds. The shotgun boasts 28-inch barrels with a raised vent rib, a red fiber optic front bead, auto ejectors, and a tang-mounted barrel selector safety. It comes with three extended choke tubes (full, modified, improved cylinder) and a fitted hard case, offering significant value at its MSRP.

This review highlights the Mossberg International Gold Reserve Black Label, an over-under shotgun praised for its performance exceeding its price point. Key features include a Grade A black walnut stock, aluminum receiver for a light 6.25 lb weight, 30-inch chrome-lined barrels, and a versatile set of five extended choke tubes. The shotgun offers a three-position tang safety and mechanical hammers, with a trigger pull averaging 5-7 pounds. Its balance and handling are noted as excellent for hunting and sporting applications.

Scott Olmsted, Editor-in-Chief of American Hunter, reviews the new EAA Balikli Blue Label O/U shotgun. This budget-friendly over-under, manufactured in Turkey, is available in 12, 20, 28, and .410 gauges, featuring back-bored barrels, a walnut stock, and a pheasant engraving. It comes with five Beretta/Benelli Mobile pattern chokes and is priced at an attractive $479 MSRP, making it a compelling option for bird hunters seeking value.

This video reviews the Franchi Instinct Sideplate, an updated over-under shotgun for 2022. It highlights the traditional sideplate aesthetic, detailed scrollwork with gold inlay birds, AA walnut stock, and gold trigger. The shotgun features auto-ejectors, a tang safety with barrel selector, and comes with five extended chokes. Available in 20 and 12 gauge with 28-inch barrels, it's positioned as a premium option at around $2,000.

This video reviews seven 'arrow rifles' Americans are buying in 2026, focusing on their technical specifications and appeal for various shooting applications. The presenter, Scott from Line45, highlights the versatility and performance of each model, ranging from PCP shotguns and air archery rifles to mechanical repeating crossbows. The review emphasizes practical considerations like shot count, energy output, ergonomics, and suitability for hunting or recreational shooting.

This video from NRA Publications provides an in-depth look at the manufacturing process of Hornady ammunition, from bullet creation to final packaging. It details the steps involved in forming bullets, annealing and shaping cartridge cases, and rigorous quality control testing to ensure product reliability. The expert-level instruction highlights the precision engineering and domestic manufacturing of Hornady products in Grand Island, Nebraska, USA.

This video provides an expert overview of the British L1A1 SLR, a variant of the FN FAL. Mark A. Keefe IV, Editor-in-Chief of American Rifleman, details its design differences from the Belgian FN FAL, its extensive service history in conflicts like the Falklands War, and its eventual replacement. The segment highlights the rifle's robust construction, its adoption strategy by British Ordnance, and its legacy in firearm history.

This video documents a startling bobcat attack on a turkey hunter. The hunter's calls, intended for turkeys, attracted a bobcat which stalked and then pounced. The hunter's reaction caused the bobcat to retreat, highlighting the unpredictable nature of wildlife encounters and the importance of situational awareness.

This video details the revival of Remington Ammunition under Vista Outdoor's ownership, focusing on the Lonoke, Arkansas facility. It highlights the brand's historical significance, the challenges faced during bankruptcy, and the strategic steps taken by Vista Outdoor to restore production, quality, and employee morale. The narrative emphasizes a commitment to American manufacturing and supporting the Second Amendment.