S686E vs Franchi Veloce

Don't have any experience with the Franchi, but own a 686E in 20ga with 28" barrels. Use her for upland hunting(pheasnat/grouse/quail) and occasional sportingclays. Weight is approx 6 1/2 lbs, well balanced. Light enough to carry all day and spot shoot at quick birds, heavy enough to swing well on sporting targets. I previously owned a Whitewing in 20ga with 26" barrels but the extra weight of the 686E and slightly longer barrel length made a big difference for me. The Whitewing seemed too light for me to shoot well. I also beleive that the 686E is no longer being imported for the US market (The White Onyx has supplanted them as the entry level SC gun) but are still being produced. I wouldn't hesitate to pick one up, Mine is a keeper. See Jaquas and/or Joel Etchen Guns if you can't find them local. Borh have decent prices.