I seem to recall that the Franchi Instinct SL(x) is actually made by F.A.I.R. to Benelli/Franchi's specs.
I've handled both the Franchi and F.A.I.R. in 16ga. My preference is for the F.A.I.R. For whatever reason is seems a little more 'svelte' and 'nimble'. Waiting on a Browning Citori Grade 1 Hunter to show ujp at the LGS (late Aug ship date). If the Browning doesn't pan out, meaning it handles like a club, I may have to search out a F.A.I.R. SLX600 in 16ga.
