Browning Citori Grade VII 4-Gauge Skeet Set 12 20 28 .410 O/U Shotgun, 2006
SOLD FOR: $9,150.55
LSB#: 230930MT036
Make: Browning
Model: Citori 4-Gauge Skeet Set Grade VII
Serial Number: 04155MT131
Year of Manufacture: 2006 (https://www.browning.com/support/date-your-firearm/citori-over-under-shotgun.html)
Caliber: 12, 20, 28, and 410 Gauge; 2 3/4” 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 / MADE IN JAPAN/MIROKU”. The right of the top barrel is marked “CITORI SPECIAL STEEL 12GA-2 3/4””. 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, the forearm metal, and the chamber wings are marked with scroll engraving. The left side of the receiver has gold inlaid duck scenes, the bottom has a gold inlaid hound, and the right has gold inlaid hound and pheasants. The bottom of the monoblock is marked with proofs. The left side of the monoblock is marked “INVECTOR PLUS” and “28” and “04155A”. All barrels bear the same marks aside from their respective chamberings.
Barrel Length: 28” Vent-Rib & Ported (All Barrels)
Choke: Skeet over Skeet, Threaded for Invector Plus chokes (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. However, the 12 gauge barrel set has also been equipped with a Hi-Viz front sight. The blade is interchangeable and three additional blades are included.
Weight: The following weights are listed in order from 12 to 410 Gauge:
8 lbs. 6.9 oz.
8 lbs. 5 oz.
8 lbs. 7 oz.
8 lbs. 9.7 oz.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are checkered walnut with a flat bottom pistol grip, straight comb, finger groove forend, and a black Browning buttpad. The grip has a right palm swell. There are just a few faint marks throughout the buttstock. The checkering is sharp and there are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures approximately 14 1/2” & 13 1/4” from the front of the trigger to the back of the recoil pad and wood, respectively. The drops at the comb and heel are consistent through all barrel sets and measure 1 5/8” & 1 1/2”. The cast is about neutral. The pad has some light handling wear and remains supple. The stocks rate in about Fine-Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bores are bright with no erosion. All bores rate 10/10.
Overall Condition: This gun retains about 99% of its metal finish. The metal surfaces of the receiver and barrel sets show light handling marks but no significant wear or damage. 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, manuals, a lock key, three chamber lock packages, Hi-Viz front sight blades, a snap cap, and two additional triggers.
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 and taking 2 3/4” shells. 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
