Browning Citori 525 Feather 28” 12GA Over Under Shotgun W/ Box MFD 2007
SOLD FOR: $1,626.00
LSB#: WY250205BW001
Make: Browning
Model: Citori 525 Feather
Serial Number: 13589MR131
Year of Manufacture: 2007 MR date code. (https://www.browning.com/support/date-your-firearm/citori-over-under-shotgun.html)
Gauge: 12 Gauge, 2 3/4″ and 3” Shells
Action Type: Top Lever, Break Action Over/Under Shotgun With Single Selective Inertial Trigger and Individual Ejectors
Markings: The left side of the top barrel is marked “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN, UTAH / MADE IN JAPAN/MIROKU” and the left side of the monobloc is marked “INVECTOR PLUS / 28”“ and “44 P 13589”. The right side of the upper barrel is marked “CITORI SPECIAL STEEL 12GA – 2 3/4″ AND 3””. The bottom of the monobloc has several proofs. The inside of the forend iron is marked “13589” and the inside of the forend has “E 13589” pressed into the wood. The bottom of the receiver is marked “525” with a gold feather. The trigger guard has the buckmark. Both sides of the receiver are engraved with game fowl scenes. The top tang is marked “13589MR131”. The buttpad is marked “LIMBSAVER”.
Barrel Length: 28″, Vent Rib
Choke: This shotgun is threaded for Browning Invector Plus chokes. Currently installed with Full / Modified.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a small White Bead front sight secured to the rib. The rib is finely checkered for reducing glare.
Weight: 7 lb., 10 oz.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The Grade 2/3 checkered Walnut furniture set includes a thin profile Schnabel forend and a close radius semi-pistol grip stock with a fluted straight comb and a Limbesaver buttpad. The length of pull is 14.25 from the front of the trigger to the back of the factory limbsaver butt pad. The drop at comb is 1.5” and the drop at heel is 2.25”. The cast is slightly right handed. The stock shows minor handling wear with some scattered small lines and compressions. The butt pad is soft and shows some minor rub wear from use at the heel. The forend shows similar wear to the stock. The forend has a small repaired chip at the top-right corner of the nose. There are no visible cracks in the wood. Overall the wood is in Very Good to Very Good + condition.
Type of Finish: Blue & Silver Nitride
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bores are mirror bright with no erosion. There are no lines or plastic fouling in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bores rate 10/10.
Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 98% of its metal finish. The barrel set shows some minor scattered marks with a notable line in the left side of the lower barrel and a small nick in the left edge of the rib. The gold trigger shows some minor finish loss. The receiver has some small scattered lines and some minor carbon on the breech face. The markings are clear and the pins are un marred. Overall, this shotgun is in about Very Good + condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly including the ejectors. The safety does not engage automatically, only manually. The barrels lock to the frame with no play. 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 its Browning Serialized cardboard box, accessory box, manual, paperwork chamber locks, and two chokes.
Our Assessment: The Browning 525 Feather Edition in 12 gauge, made in 2007, is a lightweight over/under shotgun designed for field use, combining excellent handling with reduced weight. Unlike standard Citori models, the Feather Edition features an alloy receiver with a steel breech face and hinge pin, which maintains durability while significantly reducing overall weight. This makes it an ideal shotgun for upland hunting, where long days in the field demand a lighter firearm without sacrificing reliability.
Equipped with 28-inch barrels threaded for Invector Plus chokes, the 525 Feather provides versatility for different shooting scenarios, from hunting to sporting clays. The balance and swing characteristics remain smooth, aided by Browning’s well-engineered design. The steel breech face ensures longevity and strength where it matters most, while the alloy receiver keeps weight down, making it noticeably easier to carry than traditional steel-receiver models. With its elegant walnut furniture, crisp trigger, and reputation for reliability, the Browning 525 Feather remains a sought-after choice for those who appreciate both performance and ease of carry in the field. Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
