Franchi SPAS-12 12g 21 3/4″ Semi-Auto/Pump Shotgun Folding Stock & Hook

SOLD FOR: $3,825.00

LSB#: LSB250601DQ002

Make: Franchi

Model: SPAS-12

Serial Number: AA10071

Year of Manufacture: 1987

Gauge: 12 Gauge

Action Type: Semi-Auto / Pump Action, fed by Tubular Magazine 

Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked “F.I.E. CORP. MIAMI FLA USA READ WARNINGS BEFORE USING MANUAL FREE F.I.E. MIAMI FLA 33054”. On the bottom of the receiver are several proof markings, including “AS” inside a square outline which signals the year of proof. The right side of the receiver is marked “S.P.A.S. 12-L. FRANCHI S.P.A.-BRESCIA MADE IN ITALY

Barrel Length: 21 3/4″, CYL Choke. 

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a non-adjustable blade integral to the barrel. The rear sight is a non-adjustable circular aperture sight.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a folding metal stock with a J-Hook, and a polymer pistol grip & forend. The stocks show light signs of wear, with some scratches and dings scattered throughout. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the stocks rate in Very Good to Excellent condition. 

Type of Finish: Black Anodized

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright. There is no erosion. There is some fouling present at the back of the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9/10.

Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 95% of its original metal finish. The balance of the finish shows light signs of wear, with only a few scattered scratches from handling and storage. The most notable finish loss is operational wear on the bottom of the heat shield from operating the pump. Overall, this shotgun is in Very Good to Excellent condition. 

Mechanics: The action functions correctly, as does the safety and the trigger. We have not fired this shotgun, but we did perform a mechanic’s check. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.   

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This shotgun comes with a nylon sling attached. 

Our Assessment: The SPAS-12 (Special Purpose Automatic Shotgun) stands as one of the most recognizable combat shotguns ever manufactured, and this 1987 example, imported by F.I.E. of Miami, delivers both the iconic presence and rugged utility collectors and enthusiasts crave. Built by Franchi in Italy, the SPAS-12 was designed from the outset as a dual-mode tactical shotgun, capable of operating in both semi-automatic and pump-action modes—a feature developed specifically for reliable function with specialty loads like less-lethal and low-pressure rounds. This makes the SPAS-12 one of the most versatile and forward-thinking tactical shotguns of the 20th century.

This example sports the coveted folding metal stock with hook, often referred to as the “J-Hook,” a design element made famous in both military service and pop culture. From Jurassic Park to Terminator, the folding stock variant helped cement the SPAS-12’s reputation as the ultimate ‘combat shotgun.’ The stock on this example is in Very Good to Excellent condition, with only minor signs of use. Operational wear is minimal, with most finish loss appearing only where you’d expect it—on the heat shield beneath the pump arm.

Mechanically, this shotgun is in excellent condition, retaining about 95% of its original finish, and showing only minor handling marks from its decades of service and storage. The bore is bright, and while there’s some light fouling, there is no visible erosion, affirming that this example was properly stored and maintained. The barrel retains its original open cylinder configuration, optimal for tactical and defensive applications. The included nylon sling is a practical bonus.

For collectors, this is a standout Cold War-era import. For shooters, it remains a flexible and formidable design. And for anyone in between, it’s a classic piece of military-industrial engineering that will only continue to climb in desirability. SPAS-12s with intact original folding stocks, clean finish, and functional action are becoming increasingly scarce—and this is one of the cleaner specimens we’ve seen on the market. Please check out our high quality photos, and good luck on your bids! – J.D.