Browning Citori Gran Lightning 26″ 28 GA 2.75″ Over Under Invector Shotgun
SOLD FOR: $2,261.00
LSB#: LSB260430DB018
Make: Browning, Mfg. by Miroku
Model: Citori Gran Lightning
Serial Number: 33547NT273, all serialized parts match.
Year of Manufacture: 1996 NT date code. (https://www.browning.com/support/date-your-firearm/citori-over-under-shotgun.html)
Caliber: 28 Gauge 2.75″ Shells
Action Type: Over Under Shotgun, with Single Selective Inertial Trigger & Ejectors with Non Auto resetting safety.
Barrel Length: 26″ Vent-Rib.
Choke: This Shotgun is threaded for Browning Invector interchangeable chokes. Currently installed with Carlson’s Extended chokes Improved Cylinder over Skeet. Also includes Carlson’s extended Cylinder, Modified and Full, 2x flush Browning Modified chokes and one flush Improved Cylinder choke. 8 Chokes total.
Sights / Optics: The shotgun has been fitted with a litepipe fiber optic front sight currently installed with a green rod. The top of the rib is finely checkered for reducing glare.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture is a two piece checkered walnut set. The stock is a Prince of Wales grip, fluted straight comb, with a Browning butt plate. The forend is the rounded profile Lightning style forend. The LOP measures approximately 14.25″ with a slight right handed cast. The drop at comb is 1.5″ and the drop at heel is 2.25″. The shotgun weighs 6lbs 9 OZ. The wood shows scattered surface level lines and compressions with a few minor scratches. The right side of the forend shows a notable impact mark. There are no chips or cracks. The butt plate shows small marks and nicks around the edges. The comb shows a series of rub marks. Overall the furniture is in about Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued with a Gold Toned Trigger
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The smooth bores are mirror bright with no erosion showing only barely visible lines from use. In this writer’s opinion the bores rate 9.75/10.
Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 96% of its metal finish. The barrel set shows some very minor scattered marks with very minor rub wear on the barrels that is mostly concealed when assembled. The left side of the barrel set about 3″ back shows a small series of scratches. The trigger and lower tang show minor finish loss. The edges of the trigger guard show finish loss as well. The upper tang shows the usual rub marks from the safety. The inside of the action shows some very minor wear from use. The markings are clear. The action is smooth. Overall this shotgun is in about Very Good-Very Good+ condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The shotgun features a single selective trigger and ejectors. The barrels lock up with no play. 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 8x chokes, Litepipe kit with extra rods, rod tool, original front sight, and a non matching Browning box.
Our Assessment: This Browning Citori Gran Lightning in 28 gauge is a well-balanced and elegantly built over-under shotgun known for its traditional looks and proven performance. This example, made in 1996, features 26″ barrels chambered for 2 3/4″ shells. The Invector choke system allows for versatile shot pattern adjustment, and the blued finish on the barrels and receiver gives the gun a clean, classic aesthetic. The gold-toned trigger adds a subtle touch of refinement to its otherwise understated look.
The stock is shaped in a Prince of Wales grip, offering a slightly rounded profile that promotes smooth hand positioning and fluid transitions between targets. The combination of the grip style and overall compact dimensions makes this shotgun especially well-suited for quick handling in the field or on the sporting clays course. Built on Browning’s durable action, the Citori Gran Lightning blends reliability with heritage-inspired design, making it a dependable and attractive choice for both experienced and new shooters alike. Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.