Description
The Browning Citori White Lightning 12 Ga, 28″ Barrel, Silver, 3″, Walnut Gloss Oil Finish, Selective Trigger is a premium over-and-under shotgun built for the demanding clay shooter. It combines Browning’s renowned reliability with a striking silver nitride finish and classic walnut stock, offering a durable, high-performance platform for sporting clays, trap, and field use. This model is available at firearms-missouri.com for Missouri residents and nationwide.
Key Features
- Silver Nitride Finish: Provides exceptional corrosion resistance and a distinctive, durable look that stands up to field conditions and frequent cleaning.
- Walnut Gloss Oil Finish: A hand-rubbed, high-grade walnut stock offers a classic aesthetic and a secure, comfortable grip in all weather.
- Selective Mechanical Trigger: Allows the shooter to choose which barrel fires first with a simple, reliable selector—crucial for adapting to different target presentations.
- 28″ Vent Rib Barrels: The balanced 28-inch length provides smooth swing dynamics for sporting clays and upland hunting, with a 3″ chamber for versatile shell compatibility.
- Proven Citori Action: Built on Browning’s legendary, time-tested boxlock action known for its strength and longevity, requiring minimal maintenance.
Specifications & Details
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Chamber | 3″ |
| Barrel Length | 28 Inches |
| Finish | Silver Nitride |
| Stock | Walnut, Gloss Oil Finish |
| Trigger | Selective Mechanical |
| Chokes | Includes Invector-DS Choke Tubes (Typically IC, M) |
Weighing in at approximately 7.5 pounds, this Citori achieves a near-perfect balance point for controlled, repeatable swings. The investment of $1889.67 secures a firearm with a heritage of performance. Here’s the thing—when it comes to breaking clays consistently or taking a clean shot on a flushing rooster, the mechanical reliability and pointability of this platform are what you’re paying for. It’s a tool built for a specific, demanding purpose.
Who This Shotgun Is For
This Citori is engineered for the active shooter who demands both performance and pride of ownership. It’s for the dedicated sporting clays competitor who needs a trustworthy gun for weekend tournaments, where the selective trigger lets you plan your lead on true pairs. It’s equally suited for the upland hunter who appreciates a swift-handling, 28-inch barrel in the grouse woods or pheasant fields. If your focus is on refining your technique with a quality instrument that fits out of the box, this model delivers.
Pros & Cons
Pros: The silver nitride finish is incredibly tough and easy to maintain. The selective trigger is a tangible advantage in competition. Browning’s build quality ensures this is a shotgun that will last for decades with proper care. The 28″ barrel offers a versatile balance for multiple disciplines.
Cons: At this price point, it’s a significant investment for a casual shooter. The gloss finish on the walnut, while beautiful, can reflect light in the field—a consideration for some hunters. Like most quality O/Us, it requires a proper break-in period for the action to smooth out fully.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What chokes does it come with, and are they compatible with other Browning models?
A: It typically includes Browning’s Invector-DS choke tubes (often Improved Cylinder and Modified). These are specific to the DS system but share compatibility with other modern Citori and Cynergy models using Invector-DS, not the older Invector or Invector-Plus threads.
Q: Is the silver finish prone to showing scratches or wear?
A: The silver nitride is a surface treatment harder than the steel underneath, making it highly resistant to scratches and corrosion compared to blued finishes. It will develop a honest patina with use, but it’s far more durable than a cosmetic plating.
Q: Can this shotgun handle heavy 3″ magnum loads for waterfowl?
A: While it’s chambered for 3″ shells, the Citori White Lightning is primarily designed for target loads and upland hunting. It can fire 3″ loads, but for sustained use with high-volume, high-power steel shot, a dedicated waterfowl model with a different forcing cone design would be more appropriate.
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