marvin Posted: May 10, 2007 Filed under: Shotguns, Franchi S.p.A., Pump Action, 12 Gauge, Italy, Semi-Automatic The Franchi SPAS-12 is a high performance combat shotgun designed manufactured by the Italian company Franchi S.p.A..
The SPAS-12 was developed and designed during the 1970s as a law enforcement or semi-automatic military shotgun. Production of the shotgun began in October 1979. The Franchi PAS-12 can function on two distinct settings. The first setting is "automatic" (more accurately, semi automatic, self-loading) - the foregrip of the shotgun is locked forward and a unique gas system loads the next round without any additional effort from the operator. In automatic mode, the gun is capable of firing around 4 rounds per second, one round per each trigger pull. The second setting of the shotgun is pump-action - the foregrip of the weapon must be manually pumped back and forth smoothly after every shot to eject the used shell and load a fresh round from the internal magazine. Pump Action mode is mandatory to reliably fire low-pressure ammunition such as the less lethal bean bags or the more lethal tear gas rounds. Switching between firing modes on the shotgun is performed by pressing a small button under the foregrip, and sliding the foregrip slightly backwards or forwards until it clicks into position.
The SPAS-12 also has an exclusive magazine cut-off feature that, when activated, disallows the loading of a fresh round from the internal magazine when the slide is opened. This feature permits the operator to load a specialized round into the distinct chamber without emptying the entire magazine first. Early Franchi SPAS-12 models additionally featured a lever-type safety, but this feature often tended to malfunction. The lever safety was later replaced by a reliable push-button safety.
In 1983, the gun was introduced to the United States, where it was marketed as a sporting shotgun to help bypass laws that would normally label it as illegal for civilian ownership. As a result, the SPAS acronym officially stands for "Sporting Purpose Automatic Shotgun". However, military-oriented features like a heavy heat shield for sustained fire increase the weight of the weapon to the point where it can become unwieldy for hunting or competition shooting. For this reason, there exist popular reinterpretations of the acronym, such as "Special Purpose Automatic Shotgun" or "Special Purpose Assault Shotgun".
Legal Status in the United States
US firearm laws, in recent years, have universally blocked the importation of the SPAS-12 shotgun, because the shotgun fits under the profile of a military shotgun (which is defined as an illegal destructive device). Transfers and re-sales within the country are generally unobstructed, but few SPAS-12s are being imported from foreign countries. Additionally, in 2000 Franchi stopped production of the SPAS-12 altogether, and Franchi has since shifted its entire marketing focus towards the new and improved SPAS-15. Together, these drastic events have made the SPAS-12 a true collector's item both in the United States and abroad.
101 Comments
Anonymous
I have almost everything for sale...No lower receiver...,but I have :
1. Pistol grip and folding stock WITH HOOK.
2. Spas 12 Barrel with Choke...and a lot more.
This is a spas 12 with early numbers AA06XXX. If you are interested in parts for your SPAS 12,please email me.
Thank you,
Marc
Anonymous
When I inspected my buffer, it crumbled. Have you any idea where I can get one? I cant find spas12.com's web page anymore.
DukeScout
The best I have ever seen is Chris' at: SPAS12.com
Anonymous
looking for a pistol grip both sides the gun was droped!
thanks BILL
Anonymous
I have a pistol grip I could sell you. I had another but sold that. It's now a rare item and I had to pay a lot for it about 5 years ago so I'm afraid it would be expensive, but at least I have one.
Send me your email address and I'll send you a photo if you like.
Which country are you in?
bushhogbill
Ed send me a photo of the grips and price! I live in ohio thanks Bill my email address is billl@defabco.com
Anonymous
I saw your post on gunslot.com about your spas-12 for sale. I have been looking to buy one for a while and was wondering if you could send me some pics of the one you have, i'd also like to know how much you're asking.
Thanks
Anonymous
I have a SPAS-12 brand new in the box, never fired.
Make me an reasonable offer. All offers concidered.
Thanks
Anonymous
i am intrested in finding out what you are trying to get for you spas 12.
Anonymous
HELLO, WITH THE FOLDING STOCK/HOOK???? IF IT DOES CALL ME AT 813-968-2878 IN THE DAY... THANKS EVAN......
Anonymous
Do you still have the SPAS for sale?
Anonymous
I have a brand new law 12 by "spas". I should have bought a spas-12 when i bought this law -12. What are you asking for your spas-12? My law-12 is still in the box and haver been fired.
Anonymous
Hey i was wondering if you still had that Spas 12 im looking to buy one, money is not a problem finding one is lol thanks.
Anonymous
How much do you want for your SPAS-12?
sportpro448
I was also wondering the asking price, im looking for the spas12 also. I can offer a trade and or money.
Thanks
Jamieson
gonzowitz
do you still have your spas for sale if you do what price do you what to sell it for.
lalonga
I am selling a SPAS 12. Folding with hook and fixed stocks included, barrel choker, both magazines, push button safety,front sight is the one all the way to the front. IS used but in very good conditions, less than 200 shots fired.
Will sell for $2,250 or trade for STI or SVI pistol. Anyone interested email me at prtrainingsolutions@yahoo.com
Anonymous
I will be putting the following parts on Ebay ..soon..:
1. pistol grip and folding stock with butt plate and HOOK.,
2. Barrel with RARE OPTIONAL VARIO CHOX
3. Trigger assembly ( complete ),
4. Springs,handguard,forehand.,rear and front sight
and if anyone have any questions or offers,please e-mail me...at marcdesfosses@yahoo.ca
Anonymous
if you still have the pistolgrip with the folding stock write me back and i will buy
Anonymous
Do you still have Spas 12 folding stock?
How much?
Anonymous
If you have one you want to sell ,I am really needing one ,if you need to email me my email adddress is gyoung2993@charter.net, thank you and God Bless
nsw550
What vario chokes do you have?
DukeScout
Jettagl90, (Marc) I need the chokes!
Lonewolf1722
Hello,
I recently created an account on this site and saw that you are selling parts for early model SPAS 12's. I am missing the stock fastener and stock fastener washer for mine. If you still have these parts are you willing to sell just them? If so, please write back and I'm sure we can come to a reasonable price. Thank you for your time.
-Kris-
sportpro448
how much for the pistol grip stock and hook
Anonymous
I really would like to buy a folding stock and hook for my spas 12. If you have these email q7cd@aol.com or call 575-202-9576. I will pay good money!
thank you
-Seth
Anonymous
Marc, how much do you want for the folding stock ?
Carl Ward
wilcam47
I know this is an old post but do you still have parts? let me know thanks!
tutu 02
Hi Marc !
Hope it's not too late...
I'm interested in your folding stock for my spas 12, because I just broke the gum part around the axis of the shoulder plate today.
Pls keep me posted if yours is still for sale and at what price.
Best regards
Stephan
from Geneva, Switzerland.
ghostrider3
i am in need of a few spas 12 parts.
1. full stock (plastic)
2. safety
bubby
I need a hand guard for my spas 12
DEATHx117x
do you still have the folding stock? because if you do, i'm very intrested in buying it! :)
cannonfodder
I need the hook, pistol grip,the rubber bumper in the receiver, I'd probably take all you got. Write me back here with your email address,
tonelar415
just in case/ i'm at tonelar@aol.com
thanks in advance
t
Spas12
This is my last parts for the Spas 12 shotgun :
- original stock hook (yeah the original one with franchi logo) N.O.S. in cosmoline directly from Franchi facilities (last 5 available)
- original sling for the Spas 12 (last 1 available)
- original magazine extension, plastic one - no spring (last 3 available)
Other parts may be here in the next time from private sources (unconfirmed since now)
- Spas 15 6rnd magazine (2 or 3 only)
- Spas 12 hooks (a couple more)
All parts bought directly from Franchi in Italy, as I know no more parts are still available there and no other parts available since now in private market, but Im always looking for it, any news will be post here.
Please no ridicolous offers, we all know market prices for these rare parts and prices on ebay when things like it pop up on auctions so please only serious inquiry, pics available I accept offers or change with Spas diverter choke, if anyone interested in these parts please email me,
thanks
Spas12
conzoid1251
How much for the sling delivered? Email me please at dlynch650@aol.com and thanks!
conzoid1251
- original stock hook (yeah the original one with franchi logo) N.O.S. in cosmoline directly from Franchi facilities (last 5 available)
- original sling for the Spas 12 (last 1 available)
- original magazine extension, plastic one - no spring (last 3 available)
Other parts may be here in the next time from private sources (unconfirmed since now)
- Spas 15 6rnd magazine (2 or 3 only)
- Spas 12 hooks (a couple more)
All parts bought directly from Franchi in Italy, as I know no more parts are still available there and no other parts available since now in private market, but Im always looking for it, any news will be post here.
Please no ridicolous offers, we all know market prices for these rare parts and prices on ebay when things like it pop up on auctions so please only serious inquiry, pics available I accept offers or change with Spas diverter choke, if anyone interested in these parts please email me,
thanks
Spas12
Is sling still available?
J. M. Jarque
I recently acquired a SPAS 12, it was missing two things 1) missing front sight on the barrel (SPAS 12 barrels;not LAWS) 2) Folding / Fixed Stock. Purchasing just the " FRONT SIGHT" is probably out of the question; I'll probably have to purchase another barrel w/ sight. But if you have any or All the parts, I would GREATLY appreciate a reply! Thanx....
bobbylovely
Hi there i know its probably a long shot but do you still have any spas spares, especially chokes and stocks. Thanks Rob
toms_stuff32
I have a Used Spas 12 with the hook that I am trying to sell.
email me at toms_stuff32@yahoo.com
Anonymous
If you still have one ,I am interested in buying one .Let me know if you are still wanting to sell
Anonymous
Looking for a folding stock w/ pistol grip for spas 12. Will settle for just the pistol grip if anyone has one. email me with pics and price.
Anonymous
I am looking for SPAS handguard and pump grip.will accept ANY condition!
one mans garbage is another mans gold.
nsw550
Anyone have any of the Variomix choke tubes for the spas/sas 12?
Dr wrink
Always like Spas 12 always will.
chapiro1269
i have a spas 12, im missing the pistol grip and the trigger wont click , what is that i need ?? anyone...
fordvg
Great shotgun and fun to shoot.
trip210
send me a PM if interested
afourfoothitter
anyone have a extra plastic full stock or wood stock for sale with all the parts i am looing for one and will pay VERY GOOD for 1 make me a offer afourfoothitter@yahoo.com
http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=viewImage&friendID=...
Reaper308
as of a few years ago... i know this guy was pretty much the only person in the country importing parts for the SPAS 12. its worth a shot...
Carlson's
720 S. Second
P.O. Box 162
Atwood, KS 67730
(785)626-3700
Fax: (785)626-3999
afourfoothitter
yea they have the stock but no buttplate or pistol grip cap so does anyone have spares of these?
afourfoothitter
spas 12 parts anyone got any?
jaymce
Currently have +2 & +4 Mag extensions. Not factory but they do work.
I also have the stock shock figured out but need pin hole dia. to be sure the dia is right.
I am working on the stock buffer
and reciever shock absorbers
I am fairly cirtian I can reproduce the hook as well.
E-mail sinister_sleds@yahoo.com for pics and info.
afourfoothitter
YEA I WANT ONE OF YOUR EXTENTIONS YOU SAY +4 THAT WOULD MAKE IT A NINE SHOT RIGHT
jaymce
Sent you a PM. E-mail me I can send pics and we can work out the details. Working on the washers right now to make the extensions more closely resemble the real extensions.
afourfoothitter
theguy from the spas 12 website is back so i dont know what your gonna do now are you gonna build a site he eraseda all the post including the ones i wrote about joining gunslot
jaymce
His site his rules I guess. Wants to keep the market cornered. Oh well. I do not know what I will do but it does not concern me too much as this is not the way I make my living. I may start a site. I think my brother already secured a name which would be good to use for start a tactical firearms site and board may persue that if time allows.
If you still want a mag tube let me know and I can send pics. If you have e-mailed pm me with your e-mail and I will send you pics that way.
UrbanArtillery
Chris my be back but i am now making the new style recoil buffers at a lower cost that Chris is. you can tell that Chris does not like competition because he has ban me from his SPAS 12 forum. anyway if your looking for this part then i can help you out. Email me if your interested at ak47help@hotmail.com
afourfoothitter
i thought he would hes a dick like that he was off on some vacation somwhere on the money he makes off the site with out telling everyone he cam back seen he had compation and got pissed oh well i have old style buffers besides the one i orderd from him in aug is finaly in da mail i got the email today i still want a extention im waiting on selling my t5 tranmission on ebay
afourfoothitter
i live in charlotte that would be quick to get
jaymce
I have found bumpers that should be suitable for the Spas 12 folding stock. These are the bumpers that would go on the top of the stock to stop it from hitting the reciever when stock is collapsed. Steel Rubber products sells them there are 2 options part # 33-0123-42 and 33-0368-30 not exactly the same dimensions but close and should work. I am looking into finding a better match. Looks like GM part #s 3688811, 3655015, and chrysler 972724 might be good matches as well.
Not selling these just throwing out the info for folks to use.
UrbanArtillery
i will be making other spas 12 parts. The "new style" recoil buffer will be tested this weekend, i have it installed on my SPAS 12. Chris's SPAS 12 recoil buffer requires you to remove some material either from your handle or reviver, mine does not (I don't like to destroy or damage my guns, why should you?). I will be uploading Pics. Assuming testing goes well, I will have them priced (lower than Chris) and ready to ship by November 19th.
***Pre-order***
ak47help@hotmail.com
Just Add:
your name
Email
and how many buffers you want (only taking new style only)
Old style will be my next project!
Jake
afourfoothitter
testing sounds fun get a hold of me if you need dimentions and a test pilot for the old style i have an extra thats not all beat up for a sample lest me know i have my own spas 12 to try it in i think my spare is a chris made one so you can copy him compleatly cuz hes a douche
BondWillReturn
I know these are hard to find, and for all i know everyone may be looking for one, but i have a SPAS 12 but with NO folding stock. If anyone here has one for sale or knows about how i could get one i would greatly appreciate it!! Thanks!
jaymce
Just keep your eye open on gunbroker etc until you find one.
apoc_merc69
I have one in excellent condition, and it has the newer cross bolt safety. I was pondering the idea of selling it. It seems like the asking price on these is now around 1500.00
UrbanArtillery
I tested the bumpers yesterday and they worked great. on Monday ill be talking to my supplier and ill have a price to post!!!
these are the new styles only
old styles will be next...
polarbear_187
I am looking to sell my S.P.A.S 12 for the rite price new not in the box, has been fired 10 time Make me an reasonable offer the SN starts with AA my e-mail is polarbear_187@hotmail.com and i work cabelas in lasey WA
afourfoothitter
full stock or folder push button safty or lever 5 shot 6 shot 7 shot 8 shot is the site in the front or dose it have the site before the barrle extison stock style if its a folder dose it latch on to the rear site or is it ear type whats the condition of recoil buffer replaced or original is new style
cylinder shaped or old style cone shape this info would sell your gun faster if we knew the answers to these questions would be nice and there is a classifeds section of this site that you could sell it on for free
Gunsguy
Hello I have a spas 12 and Im looking for a grip plug for it. Does anyone know where I might buy one? Once I find one and install it Im probably going to sell it if anyone is interested.
THANKS
ssrs10
I want one
slakrwa
Whats a Good price to pay for one?
tcbjeske
If anyone has this part please send a picture and price to my email tonyelvis69@yahoo.com
Thanks
Dr.angusmd21
still have a spas for sale?
Gregg
I have a SPAS 12 with a folding stock for sale. I am the second owner and bought it back in 94 or 95. The gun sits in my gun safe and I have only fired about 50 rounds through it. The gun is complete and I have the original strap and manual that came with it when it was new. It is in very good condition. I am located in Maryland. I dont really know what it is worth because I havent seen one for sale at a gun show for a long time. A local gun dealer told me it should be worth $1500.00 or more. If anyone is interested please let me know. I have a paypal account so you could pay with a credit card if you prefer. Thanks
MR. 1ST CAV
they should give us theas in iraq.
MR. 1ST CAV
helll yyaa
jaymce
Not mine but I saw it this weekend at a shop. Looked nice. Contact these guys if interested.
http://www.zerohourarms.com/
Do not remember the exact price but remember thinking that seems reasonable. Fixed stock if I remember correctly.
herbnkz
Howdy// need retaining screw that secures pistol grip. part # 772430b
Do you have? Keith
RyGuy93
pretty cool shotty
the_aviator
I just acquired a spas minus barrel handguards and pump does anyone have these parts or know where i might find them? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Aaron
sir-frogman
I amm curious if anyone out there is still making the shock absorbers, and triger safety's otherwise this would be a perfect firearm.
johntaramas
Hi.I own a spas 12 with a full folding stock.I want to buy the shorter one with the hook.Do you have it now?If yes,how much do you sell it?I live in greece.What else parts do you have exactly?I wait to your reply.bye,john
fritz.72
I need 2 fixed stocks for the Franchi Spas12 not folding Stock
E-Mail peter20047@gmx.de
tonelar415
Can pay cash or trade for 1 solid stock...
email me at tonelar at yahoo dot com
THANKS
tony
madman6782
Man I want this gun it looks really good an it's not bad on accuracy
mcrobertson
I'm looking to purchase a spas 12 used but having trouble to get a real value on them. The one I found is actually in my city has folding stock,hook,and recalled safety aswell as original safety. Gun is in
GREAT condition and has said to have had about 200 rounds fired. Looking for feedback on worth before I make any offer. Thanks
ubu
I am needing a SPAS-12 orig. sling. Also interested in a box and orig book or papers.
drbr.1@comcast.net
ubu
From what I have been able to tell, if they are in VG condition, hook stock model anywhere from $900.00 to $1,500.00. $1,000 to $1,200.00 seems to be the adv. going price on the gun boards as of 1/5/11
nashvillemike
I have two spas12 with floding stock with hook never been fired just set in gun safe. email me at firema946@aol.com I am in Nashville Tennessee I am interested in a mossberg semi auto shotgun.
666989
I'm looking for a synthetic SPAS 12 Rifle stock w/ pistol grip, sling, chokes, and tool. please e-mail me with any information at: muerto_diablo_mavado@yahoo.com
666989
I am still looking for: spas 12: synthetic rifle stock with drip, original sling, book, tool, chokes, box, pistol grip, shock absorber, diverter, scope mount, and other parts. Do not really need whole gun. But may be willing to purchase another or trade for one.
Saint J.M. Browning
Sportman's Guide has one. Brownells might be another good site.
ar-15john
i need a folding stock pistol grip with hook and sling,email me at transamjohn@aol.com
Saint J.M. Browning
http://lmgtfy.com/?q=spas+12+parts
Reaper308
spas stocks are hard to come by...
Saint J.M. Browning
I'm surprised it isn't the aluminum receivers more frequently. Apparently, there was an issue in the design in which this plastic part prevented the aluminum from over-stressing. Aluminum has a poor tolerance for metal fatigue. Once you start getting some micro fractures, it's just a matter of time before it goes kerblooey. Anyway, either through removal or wear, this plastic piece seems to failing which causes the receiver to fail.
I personally think the SPAS 12 is over-rated and the only reason they are popular is because they were banned. you can get a tactically Remmy that performs better and is more reliable.
ed ilano
hi,
Im ED from the philippines,im a having a hard time finding this item:
Plastic Fixed Stock w/ pistol Grip
Please Help me..
HEres my email add: edilano@rocketmail.com
Thank you very much...
luckybychoice
how about this guy http://spas12.com/spaspart.htm good luck
Spas12
for all you need in spas 12 original hooks i have few left in NOS condition, available spas 15 magazines and spas 12 original plastic extension, write me at darkspace@musicoff.com,