Browning Citori Lightning Grade VII Blue 20 Gauge O/U, 26 Inch, Invector-Plus, Deep-Relief Scroll with Gold Inlays
This Browning Citori Lightning Grade VII (Blue receiver) is a high-grade 20-gauge over/under built by Miroku in 2009, featuring extensive deep-relief scroll engraving with gold-inlaid gamebirds and a polished blued steel receiver. It has 26-inch steel barrels with a ventilated, matted rib and single front bead, 2 3/4 and 3 inch chambers, and the Invector-Plus choke system. The high-gloss walnut Lightning stock adds a right-hand palm swell and cast-off for a refined fit.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: There are a few dings on the forend wood. The barrels lock up tightly with ample life in the locking lug, and the ejectors are properly timed.
What's Included
- Original Browning factory cardboard box
- Browning manuals and paperwork
- Browning Omega Internal Chamber Lock kit
- Choke wrench
- Browning Invector-Plus Full (flush) choke tube
The Lightning Grade VII Blue showcases a polished blued steel receiver covered in extensive deep-relief scroll engraving. Gold-inlaid gamebirds highlight both sides of the receiver, with an additional small gold inlay on the bottom. The top lever, tang, trigger guard, and forend latch carry matching scroll, and the gun is factory engraved.
The 26-inch monoblock barrels (stamped "26") are steel with a ventilated, matted rib and a single front bead. Chambers are 2 3/4 and 3 inches, and the Invector-Plus threaded choke system provides flexibility with Full, Modified, and Improved Cylinder options. This example includes a flush Full tube as listed.
The stock set is high-gloss walnut with cut checkering, a Lightning-style round-knob pistol grip, and a slim forend. It is configured for right-handed shooters with slight cast-off and a subtle palm swell. Length of pull measures 14.25 inches.
Controls and operation are straightforward: break-action with a tang safety and a single gold-colored trigger. Capacity is 2. The receiver and frame are polished blued steel, matching the blued barrel finish for a cohesive presentation.
Markings include "BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN, UTAH / MADE IN JAPAN / MIROKU" and "CITORI SPECIAL STEEL 20GA – 2 3/4 and 3, INVECTOR PLUS." The MN code in the serial number indicates 2009 production by Miroku for Browning.