The Browning Citori Hunter delivers the legendary reliability and balance that has made it America's most trusted over/under shotgun for decades. This 28 gauge model combines the smooth swing characteristics of a full-size frame with the reduced recoil perfect for upland bird hunting and clay sports.
What Makes This Different
The Citori Hunter features Browning's proven low-profile receiver design that positions the barrels closer to your hand for superior balance and faster target acquisition. Unlike many 28 gauge shotguns built on smaller frames, this model maintains the full-size proportions that serious shooters demand. The mechanical trigger system provides crisp, consistent breaks shot after shot, while the automatic ejectors ensure fast follow-up shots during doubles presentations.
Key Features
- 28 gauge chambered for 2¾" shells with chrome-lined barrels for corrosion resistance
- 28" barrel length with ventilated rib and brass front bead sight
- Grade I American walnut stock with oil finish and 14¼" length of pull
- Single selective trigger with top tang barrel selector
- Automatic ejectors for rapid shell removal
- Silver nitride finished receiver with scroll engraving
- Invector choke tube system with three tubes included (IC, M, F)
Field testing consistently shows the 28 gauge Citori maintaining tight patterns at extended ranges while generating significantly less felt recoil than 20 or 12 gauge alternatives. The barrel regulation delivers point of impact within 2 inches at 40 yards, making it equally effective for driven pheasants and sporting clays. Weather-resistant finish withstands moisture and temperature extremes encountered during extended hunting seasons.
Technical Specs
- Gauge: 28 gauge, 2¾" chamber
- Barrel Length: 28 inches
- Overall Length: 45 inches
- Weight: Approximately 6 lbs 5 oz
- Stock: Grade I American walnut with oil finish
- Chokes: Invector system with IC, M, F tubes
- Trigger: Single selective with top tang selector
- Safety: Top tang, automatic
- Country of Origin: Japan
The Citori Hunter represents decades of refinement in over/under design, offering the reliability demanded by guides and the accuracy expected by competitive shooters. With proper maintenance, these shotguns routinely exceed 100,000 rounds while maintaining their original specifications and performance standards.