Franchi 20 gauge shot gun

Question
I am looking for information on a Franchi 20 gauge shotgun.  It is approximately 30 years old.  I am looking for parts and have no idea what model the shotgun is.  My problem is when I activate the slide action, the shell in the magazine does not release.  If I shoot the gun, the shell in the chamber will fire and the shell in the magazine will transfer to the chamber when I pull the slide.  Any information you can offer me would be greatly appreciated.

Answer
Hello Frank. You say when you 'activate the slide action'. Does this mean it is a pump action shotgun? I am not sure Franchi made a pump-action shotgun. Whatever the case, you can get parts from Bob's Gun Shop, on the web. There are also Numrich Arms and E-Arms. "GUN SMITH ALERT!!!" These shotguns were manufactured in Brescia, Italy and imported to the U.S.A. The internal mechanisms are fair, but not great. Therefore, you should have a competent licensed gun smith check it over. Then you will know what parts you need. I hope this answers your question and thank you for asking for me. Charles Gage