Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this stunning over/under shotgun today for a penny-start auction; this is the Browning Citori Lightning - Grade I!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Browning
Model: Citori Lightning - Grade I
Serial: 09787PN753
Date of Manufacture: 1989
Caliber: 12 Gauge / 3" Chambered
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 28" Vent Ribbed Barrel with Full Choke Tube in Upper Barrel and Modified in Bottom Barrel
Optics/Sights: Silver Bead Front
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Stock and Forearm with Round Knob
Action: Over/Under
Markings: Standard / Grade I Engravings on the receiver.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The over-under (O-U) shotgun has experienced a transformative history, particularly from the early 20th century to modern times. Before the 1950s, double guns were primarily side-by-sides, with O-Us regarded as unproven innovations. Prominent shotgun writers like Major Sir Gerald Burrard dismissed O-Us as mere marketing ploys that posed higher production costs and offered inferior handling. This perception shifted dramatically in the 1960s with the introduction of the Browning Superposed, John M. Browning's last design, which he worked on throughout the 1920s and believed provided superior handling qualities. Produced from 1927 until 1976, the Superposed gained recognition and credibility, setting the stage for future O-U shotguns.
Model: Citori Lightning - Grade I
Serial: 09787PN753
Date of Manufacture: 1989
Caliber: 12 Gauge / 3" Chambered
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 28" Vent Ribbed Barrel with Full Choke Tube in Upper Barrel and Modified in Bottom Barrel
Optics/Sights: Silver Bead Front
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Stock and Forearm with Round Knob
Action: Over/Under
Markings: Standard / Grade I Engravings on the receiver.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The over-under (O-U) shotgun has experienced a transformative history, particularly from the early 20th century to modern times. Before the 1950s, double guns were primarily side-by-sides, with O-Us regarded as unproven innovations. Prominent shotgun writers like Major Sir Gerald Burrard dismissed O-Us as mere marketing ploys that posed higher production costs and offered inferior handling. This perception shifted dramatically in the 1960s with the introduction of the Browning Superposed, John M. Browning's last design, which he worked on throughout the 1920s and believed provided superior handling qualities. Produced from 1927 until 1976, the Superposed gained recognition and credibility, setting the stage for future O-U shotguns.
With the discontinuation of the Superposed, Browning responded by launching the Citori in 1973, which quickly became a massive success and continues to be produced in various models today. Often described as a more affordable substitute for the Superposed, the Citori distinguishes itself with exceptional quality and performance, produced by Japan's esteemed Miroku Firearms Manufacturing Company. Notable models, like the 1996 Browning Citori Lightning Grade I, highlight the brand's commitment to craftsmanship, featuring a 12-gauge chamber, a striking blue finish, and premium materials that offer both elegance and functionality. ?The Citori has solidified its place in the shotgun community as a reliable and valuable option, appealing to shooting enthusiasts while honoring the legacy established by the Browning Superposed.
Contents:
Contents:
This example will ship with the matching factory-labeled box and all other contents, as shown in the images above!
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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