Browning Miroku Citori 4-Gauge Skeet Set 12, 20, 28, .410 O/U Shotgun, 1983
SOLD FOR: $2725.05
LSB#: 230926GJ001
Make: Browning
Model: Citori 4-Gauge Skeet Set
Serial Number: 11688PX1B3
Year of Manufacture: 1983 (https://www.browning.com/support/date-your-firearm/citori-over-under-shotgun.html)
Caliber: 12, 20, & 28 Gauge 2 3/4” Shells; 410 Gauge 2 1/2” Shells
Action Type: Over Under Shotgun, with Single Selective Inertial Trigger & Ejectors
Markings: The left side of the upper barrel is marked “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN, UTAH & MONTREAL P.Q. / MADE IN JAPAN”. The right of the top barrel is marked “SPECIAL STEEL 12GA-2 3/4”-28””. The top tang, under the lever, and the top of the forearm and forearm metal are marked with the serial number. The sides of the receiver are marked with scroll engraving. The bottom of the receiver is marked “BROWNING / Citori”. The bottom of the trigger guard has a Buck Mark logo. The bottom of the monoblock is marked with proofs. The left side of the monoblock is marked “**$” on the upper chamber and lower chamber, it is also marked “11688”. All barrels bear the same marks aside from their respective chamberings.
Barrel Length: 28” Vent-Rib (All Barrels)
Choke: Skeet over Skeet, both Fixed (All Barrels)
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a white plastic bead in a base set on the rib at the muzzle. There is another white plastic bead midrib. The top of the rib is checkered for glare reduction. All barrels share the same sights. The front sight beads on all of the barrels are warped or disfigured and the alignment beads appear to have been repainted.
Weight: The following weights are listed in order from 12 to 410 Gauge:
7 lbs. 14.6 oz.
7 lbs. 15.3 oz.
8 lbs. 0.8 oz.
8 lbs. 4.6 oz.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are checkered walnut with a flat bottom pistol grip, straight comb, finger groove forend, and a brown ventilated Browning recoil pad. There are several scattered compressions, draglines, and scratches throughout. More notable gashes are visible on the left side of the wrist and the right side of the forearm at the front. The imperfections are in highest concentration on the sides of the buttstock. The checkering is well defined and there are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures approximately 14 1/4” from the front of the trigger to the back of the recoil pad. The drops at the comb and heel are consistent through all barrel sets and measure 1 1/2” & 1 7/8”. The cast is about neutral. The pad has moderate rub wear and has hardened somewhat with age. The stocks rate in about Very Good overall condition.
Type of Finish: Grayed Receiver and Forearm Metal, Blued Barrels
Finish Originality: Refinished Receiver, Original to Barrels
Bore Condition: The bores are bright with no erosion. All bores rate 10/10.
Overall Condition: This gun retains about 90% of its current metal finish. The trigger guard and lever show some freckles of erosion. Each set shows scattered freckles of light oxidation, namely on the lower barrel, and light finish loss on the leading edges. The 12 gauge barrel also shows abrasive cleaning streaks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this gun rates in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this shotgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This shotgun comes in an original Browning case with the previously mentioned barrel sets.
Our Assessment: Browning Citori shotguns are extremely dependable and make for great investments. The Citori was introduced in 1973 as an alternative to the highly successful Superposed model. It has been made ever since in numerous calibers and configurations filling just about any role you could think of for an over under shotgun. This example is a 4-Gauge skeet set with barrels chambered for 12, 20, 28, and 410 gauge, each measuring 28” in length. This one has a tight lockup, bright bores, and a lot of original finish with wear consistent with proper maintenance. This ought to be a great shotgun for hunting or skeet shooting for the lucky winner. Please see our photos and good luck!
-Greenfield
