What is a Browning 325?
The 325 is the “earlier” sporting clays model (low, flat rib- longer, higher stock) which was replaced by the 425 some years ago. There is virtually no difference in the guns other than Miroku’s production alteration of the monoblock/barrel mating process and some cosmetics.
Is the Browning Citori a good gun?
The CX, like all Browning Citoris, is a great deal of gun for a modest amount of money. It’s superbly fitted and finished. For the recreational skeet, trap and sporting clays shooter looking for the ‘one gun does all,’ look no further than the Citori CX.”
Where are browning 425 made?
They are still made in Belgium, but are seldom imported new to the US because Browning charges so much for them new that only a crazy person would pay that when they can get a used one so much cheaper.
What is the best over and under?
Best OverUnder Shotguns
- Stoeger Condor Field.
- CZ Reaper Magnum.
- Beretta 692 Sporting.
- Browning Citori 725 Trap.
- Benelli 828U.
Is the 725 a real gun?
The Browning Citori 725 Sporting Over/Under Shotgun is a highly functional modern firearm, utilizing the most innovative designs to give sporting clay shooters a competitive edge.
Which Browning shotguns are made in Japan?
At times people act surprised when they learn that Browning is now making the Citori, the BLR or the X-Bolt in the Miroku factory in Japan. But the fact is they have always been made there. Even today, production of the Browning line is split largely between Miroku in Japan and Belgium/Portugal in Europe.
What is the difference between Browning 425 and 525?
For me the main difference between the 425 and 525 are in the target models (trap, skeet, and sporting clays models). The 525 target models have a ventilated side rib. Looking at the side of the gun barrels you can see some spaces between the top and bottom barrels.
What kind of barrel does the Browning Citori have?
Lightweight Citori features alloy receiver, with steel breech face and high-relief engraving. Stock and schnabel fore-end Grade II/III oil-finished walnut. Available in 12-, 20-, 28-gauge and .410 bore, with 26″ or 28″ barrels.
When did the Browning Citori series come out?
Introduced in 1988. Offered in 12-, 16-, 20-, 28-gauge and .410 bore. Weights are 6.5 lbs. to 8 lbs. depending on gauge and barrel length. Models differ in amount of ornamentation and quality of materials and workmanship utilized.
How big is a 20 gauge Browning gun?
Offered in 12-gauge Grade I only, with choice of 26″ or 28″ barrels. Weight with 28″ barrels about 7 lbs. 11 oz. In 2000, this model offered in 20-gauge, with 26″ or 28″ barrels and 3″ chambers. Weight of 20-gauge about 6.5 lbs. Features 20- and 28-gauge, with 27″ barrel.
When did The Citori 525 Sporting come out?
Introduced in 2002. In 2003 offered in both 28-gauge and .410 bore. Same features as 525 Sporting, with oil-finished high stock, engraved receiver and gold inlays. In 2003 offered in both 28-gauge and .410 bore. Lightweight Citori features alloy receiver, with steel breech face and high-relief engraving.