Browning Citori Feather Lightning 12GA 28″ O/U Shotgun Invector Plus 1999
SOLD FOR: $1,625.00
LSB#: LSB250520DB002
Make: Browning, Mfg. by Miroku
Model: Citori Feather Lightning
Serial Number: 27227NN131
Year of Manufacture: 1999 NN date code. (https://www.browning.com/support/date-your-firearm/citori-over-under-shotgun.html)
Caliber: 12 Gauge 3” 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/MIROKU”. The left of the monoblock is marked “3 / 27227 / INVECTOR PLUS / 28””. The bottom of the monoblock is marked with “NP SP 3 8”. The right side of the top barrel is marked “INVECTOR -PLUS CITORI SPECIAL STEEL 12GA-2 3/4” AND 3””. The inside of the forend iron is marked “27227” and the inside of the forend is stamped “27227”. The top tang, under the lever, is marked with “27227NN131” and “S U O”. The bottom of the trigger guard has a Buck Mark logo. The buttpad is marked “BROWNING”. The bottom of the receiver is marked with a gold inlaid feather.
Barrel Length: 28” Vent-Rib.
Choke: This Shotgun uses Browning Invector Plus 12 Gauge interchangeable chokes. Currently installed Modified over Improved Cylinder.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a small silver bead at the front of the rib. The top of the rib is finely checkered for the purpose of reducing glare.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock and forend are a two piece checkered walnut furniture set. The stock is a prince of Wales grip, fluted straight comb, with a vented rubber Browning buttpad. The length of pull is 14.25”. The drop at comb is 1.5” and the drop at heel is 2.5”. The cast is right handed and the shotgun weighs 6lbs 15OZ. The wood shows some minor handling with a few very small compressions scattered throughout. The left side of the comb has a notable scratch and a rub mark. There are no visible chips or cracks. The checkering is sharp. Overall the furniture set is in Very Good+ to Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blued barrels, coin finish receiver & Gold Toned Trigger
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The smooth bores are mirror bright with no erosion. There is some minor plastic fouling in the forcing cones and some lines from very light use. In this writer’s opinion the bores rate 9.75/10.
Overall Condition: This gun retains about 99% of its metal finish. There is some rub wear on the lower barrel from the forend that is concealed when assembled. There is also some rub wear on the block and receiver from being assembled. Overall this shotgun is in Excellent to Like New condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The shotgun features a single selective trigger and ejectors. The barrels lock up solidly. The safety does not engage automatically when the action is opened but does function properly when engaged manually. 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 includes the original box, paperwork and the manual.
Our Assessment: The Browning Citori Feather Lightning 12-gauge, manufactured in 1999, is a lightweight, elegant over/under shotgun designed for fast handling in the field. It features 28″ barrels chambered for 3″ shells and is threaded for Invector Plus choke tubes, offering versatile performance across a range of upland game and clay target applications. The receiver is finished in bright French grey (coin finish) and tastefully adorned with light engraving, contrasting handsomely with the deeply blued barrels. A gold-toned trigger adds a touch of refinement.
The stock is crafted from high-gloss, high-grade walnut, shaped with a Prince of Wales grip and paired with a rounded forearm for a classic upland feel. The “Feather” designation refers to the alloy receiver with steel breech face and hinge insert, reducing weight without sacrificing strength. This model weighs noticeably less than a standard steel receiver Citori, making it ideal for extended field use. The Lightning-style stock and lighter frame result in a fast-mounting, well-balanced shotgun prized by bird hunters and collectors alike. Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
