Browning Citori Privilege 20 Gauge Over/Under, 26-Inch, Invector-Plus, Coin-Silver Receiver with Game-Scene Engraving (2001)
This Miroku-made Browning Citori Privilege in 20 gauge combines classic field dimensions with distinctive factory engraving and premium touches. Built in 2001, it features 26-inch Special Steel barrels with the Invector-Plus system and 3-inch chambers, a coin/satin-silver receiver with upland-bird scenes, and a gold-colored single trigger. Matching assembly numbers across the major components and the model name engraved on the receiver belly underscore its factory originality.
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: The barrel tips show minor finish wear. The bottom of the receiver has a few scratches. The stock has small dents and scratches, and the forend shows light marks. The top lever is right of center, barrel fit is good, the ejectors are properly timed, and the firing pins are in good condition.
What’s Included
- Owner's manual
- Browning Invector-Plus choke tubes: Improved Cylinder and Modified
- Flat choke tube wrench (12/20 gauge)
- Browning factory box with end label
The Citori Privilege stands out with its coin/satin-silver receiver framed by scrollwork and detailed upland-bird scenes on the sideplates. The top lever and forend latch escutcheon are engraved, and the trigger-guard tang carries an inlaid gold Browning Buckmark. The model name is engraved on the receiver belly, which features scrollwork, for a clear factory identifier.
The 26-inch Special Steel barrels are marked "BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN, UTAH & MONTREAL P.Q. — MADE IN JAPAN / MIROKU, INVECTOR‑PLUS CITORI SPECIAL STEEL 20GA – 2 3/4" AND 3"," confirming Miroku manufacture and the 3-inch chambering. The ventilated rib with a white front bead provides a clean sight picture.
This shotgun uses the Invector-Plus choke system. It is currently set up with an Improved Cylinder choke in the top barrel and a Modified choke in the bottom barrel. Per the factory box end label, it originally shipped with a Full choke in the upper barrel and a Modified choke in the lower barrel. Note: while the box end label lists “Invector,” the gun itself is Invector‑Plus as evidenced by the barrel/monobloc markings and the included “Plus” tubes.
The walnut stock features crisp checkering, a pistol grip, right-hand cast-off, a neutral grip, and a neutral toe. The field-style forend uses an engraved Deeley latch. Length of pull measures 14.0 inches, providing a straightforward, field-friendly fit.
Factory originality and assembly integrity are supported by matching assembly numbers observed on the barrel, forend iron, and frame components. The overall fit is solid, with the top lever resting right of center and the barrel fit noted as good.