Contessa Picatinny Rail for Franchi Horizon SA

About Picatinny Rail

The Picatinny rail system features slots spaced at precise 5.23 mm intervals, enabling consistent and versatile use along its entire length. This system is designed for ease of mounting and is universally compatible; accessories designed for a Picatinny rail will fit seamlessly, irrespective of the manufacturer or the date of production. Known for its affordability, durability, and reliability, the Picatinny rail is a popular choice among professionals and military personnel, making it a dominant player in the scope mounts market in recent years.
The Picatinny design marks a significant advancement over the older Weaver standard. Unlike the Weaver system, which offers only a few predetermined slots, the Picatinny rail boasts continuous slots across its surface. This feature provides the flexibility to mount devices at any preferred location. Additionally, the slots on a Weaver rail are narrower, at 3.8 mm, allowing mounts designed for Weaver rails to fit on a Picatinny rail. However, mounts specifically made for Picatinny rails do not fit on Weaver rails due to the size difference of recoil stoppers. This compatibility and versatility make the Picatinny rail a superior mounting solution in various applications.

About the Contessa

Contessa, an Italian manufacturer renowned for its high-quality scope mounts, combines decades of experience with advanced 3D technology and precision handcrafting. Recognized internationally, its mounts are not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing, featuring soft, rounded edges. Contessa Picatinny rails are machined to strict tolerances, and  feature one of the best fit and finish. Each rail bears the distinctive golden Contessa logo, symbolizing quality and craftsmanship.

About the Franchi

Franchi, established in 1868 in Brescia, Italy by Luigi Franchi, grew rapidly due to its proximity to an ore mine and early specialization in firearm production. Throughout World War II, Franchi supported the Italian military industry and became a key supplier of military rifles and shotguns to NATO countries. In the 1950s, Franchi penetrated the American market, enhancing its international reputation​​. 

About the Horizon SA

Introduced in 2017, the Franchi Horizon SA is a push-feed bolt-action repeater rifle, marking Franchi's first foray into bolt action rifles. It features a fluted sporter barrel and is available with either polymer or wooden stocks. The rifle is designed with a bolt that incorporates a milled-in slot and is secured with three steel locking lugs. It includes a two-position side lever safety located on the upper right side of the receiver. The Horizon features four drilled and tapped holes on the receiver for scope mounting—two at the front and two at the rear​​.

Variants

Franchi Horizon SA is available in the following variants:

• Franchi Horizon All Terrain
• Franchi Horizon all Terrain Elite
• Franchi Horizon Varmint Elite
• Franchi Horizon Varmint Black
• Franchi Horizon Wood
• Franchi Horizon Black Synt
• Franchi Horizon Elite Strata
• Franchi Horizon Elite Gray
• Franchi Horizon White
• Franchi Horizon Anniversario

Calibres

Franchi Horizon SA is available in the following calibers:

• .224 Valkyrie
• .223 Rem.
• .22-250 Rem.
• .243 Win.
• 6.5 Creedmoor
• .308 Win.

Design of the Rail

The Contessa Picatinny Rail for Franchi Horizon SA is constructed from steel, known for its superior hardness and durability compared to aluminum, ensures a higher degree of repeatability with less wear over time. The picatinny rail features 13 slots and 4 mounting holes, all secured with 6-48 threading. A distinct central canal on the rail allows for the concurrent use of the rifle's iron sights, offering a reliable backup sighting solution without the need to remove the picatinny rail when there is nothing mounted on it. This picatinny rail is attached to the rifle with four screws.

Mounting Dimensions

• A=21.9mm
• B=89.9mm
• C=15.3mm
• BHU=2.7mm
• R1=51.0mm
• R2=17.5mm

Mounting Instructions

Remove all the stains (grease, oil etc.) from the rifle's receiver with a cleaning fluid (acetone). Once the surface is clean and dry, check whether the screws match the rail and the holes on the receiver. Before mounting the rail permanently, apply a minimal amount of thread-locking fluid 278 or 648 on screws. Be careful not to get the fluid in or near the mounting holes. Carefully clean the remaining excess fluid around the rail with a cleaning fluid. Using a torque driver, screw the screws appropriately (up to 3 Nm/26.5 in-lbs).
If you require any mounting tools, you can find them on our Rifle Scope Mounting Tools page.

What's in the box?

Each package comes complete with one steel rail, a sturdy wrench for easy installation, and four screws to securely attach the rail to your firearm.

Warranty

This product comes with a 30-year warranty.