Browning Citori 16 Gauge Over/Under, 28 Inch Special Steel Barrels, Vent Rib, Invector Chokes, Factory Scroll-Engraved Receiver, Original Browning Factory Box Included
This Browning Citori 16 gauge over/under pairs Miroku-made quality with classic field features. It has 28 inch Special Steel barrels with a ventilated rib, a blued steel receiver with factory scroll engraving, and walnut furniture with cut checkering. It uses the Standard Invector removable choke system and includes Full, Modified, and Improved Cylinder flush tubes. The gun is marked Browning Arms Company Morgan, Utah / Made in Japan / Miroku, shows matching assembly numbers on the forend, wood, and barrel lug, and the serial includes Browning's MW date code.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
There are scratches and blemishes present throughout. Rust and pitting are present on the barrels and receiver. Barrel fit is solid, and the action drops with very little resistance. The bottom firing pin shows pitting at the tip. The locking lug is nearing the 6 o'clock position and will require eventual replacement.
Ejectors are properly timed.
What’s Included
- Flush 16-gauge choke tubes (Full, Modified, Improved Cylinder)
- Cross-style choke wrench
- Chamber locks
- Original Browning factory cardboard box with printed end label
The Citori's 28 inch Special Steel barrels feature a ventilated rib and a single front bead, offering a clean sighting plane. Chambers are 2 3/4 inch, and the Standard Invector removable choke system provides flexibility; this example includes Full, Modified, and Improved Cylinder flush tubes.
The receiver is blued steel with factory scroll engraving, giving it a classic Browning look. Controls are familiar and functional with a top-tang safety and barrel selector, and a single selective, gold-colored trigger.
Walnut furniture with cut checkering and a field-style forend provide a confident hold, while the pistol-grip stock sets a traditional feel. Length of pull measures 14.0 inches.
Production and assembly details are well documented: Browning Arms Company Morgan, Utah / Made in Japan / Miroku markings, matching assembly numbers on the forend, wood, and barrel lug, and a serial that includes Browning's MW date code. The gun uses ejectors and has a two-round over/under configuration.