Yes it is.
A Franchi Spas 5 shot semi auto needs a firearm certificate, (section one certificate) converted to a 3 shot only needs a shotgun certificate (section two certificate Franchi Spas are a great trouble free gun or try the Raptor gas operated Franchi
Franchi S.P.A. of Italy.
Franchi S.P.A. of Italy.
As of 2012 the value is: 850$-1050$USD depending on condition, accessories, box, papers, etc..
A Franchi SPAS-12 Shotgun has both a pump-action and semi-automatic mode. Automatic in shotguns will generally reference semi-auto unless stated as fully automatic.
The no longer manufactured and banned from import U.S. Franchi SPAS-12 is average $1150 fair to $2500 for excellent condition on all current closed gunbroker.com auctions.
There are a number of factors that can influence the value of a Franchi SPAS-12 shotgun. The folding stock is more desirable than the fixed stock version, especially if it still has the "hook." The 8-round magazine is more desirable than the shorter magazine. The cross bolt safety is more desirable than the older lever style safety (which was recalled by Franchi). A SPAS-12 with folding stock, hook, 8-round magazine tube, and cross-bolt safety in good used condition currently over the last year 2013-2014 sell at gunbroker.com online auctions from $1000- $2500 depending on accessories and condition. Less than this can be expected if not all of the desirable options are present on your model, of course. Value will only appreciate, as these shotguns are in high demand and supply is low because they are no longer produced and existing models outside the United States can no longer be imported since 1994.
Answer depends on what type of the 3 SPAS 12 Shotguns it is. SPAS-12 Fixed Stock Post 1990 Sporting Purpose Average $900-$1300 at Auction. SPAS-12L and SPAS-12 Made Prior to the 1990 Importation Ban Average $1300 Used to $2500 Unfired at Auction. The Shotgun Manufacturer Franchi had it's final retail price of this shotgun for sales Outside of the U.S.A in 2000 at $1500.00 Per Shotgun. Production ended in the year 2000 and only 5% of the Production made it into the U.S. before the Importation Ban.
If I remember correctly, it was a Franchi SPAS-12 and an Armalite (which could've been made by Armalite in the US, Sterling in the UK, or Howa Machinery in Japan) AR-18.
While clearing teams in the Plant chapter of Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty are often seen using the Franchi SPAS-12 shotgun, this weapon is unfortunately not obtainable by the player.
Best Answer: Their are 3 Types of SPAS 12 Shotguns in the U.S. and only 5% (Approx. 1850) of the Franchi SPAS 12 Production made it into the U.S. prior to the 1989 Importation Ban. The Prices below reflect U.S. Imported SPAS Shotguns Only. The Fixed Stock SPAS 12 and 6+1 Round Magazine Tube Version with Pushed Back Bladed Front Sight on the Barrel Produced as the Sporting Purpose in 1990-1994 Average at Auction $1100-$1800. The Folding Stock Model called the SPAS-12L. Built for Law Enforcement until 1994 these also will have all the options of the Pre Importation Ban and average the same price as a Pre Importation Ban. Average at Auction $1400-$3500. The Folding Stock SPAS 12, 8 Round Magazine Tube. 1979-1989. Folding Stock Special Purpose Automatic Shotgun Identified by Import Markings on the bottom of Receiver ahead of the Loading port. Also have Muzzle End Bladed front Sight. Average at Auction $1400-$3500 The Final Production year of the SPAS 12 was in 2000. The Retail Factory Price of the SPAS-12 shotgun for world sales outside of the U.S. was $1500 in 2000 before the entire production ceased and Franchi focused on the SPAS 15. Illegal SPAS 12 is anything Date Coded 1995-2000 and has been illegally imported to the U.S., These would not have a import making on the receiver from F.I.E. or American Arms.