The Browning Citori Feather Lightning is a 12-gauge over-under with a 26-inch barrel, aluminum receiver with a steel breech face, and a Grade III/IV walnut stock with oil finish. It weighs 7 lbs and measures 44 inches overall. 
 

Key Specifications: 

• Brand: Browning 
• Model Name: Citori Feather Lightning 
• Caliber/Gauge: 12 GA 
• Action Type: Break Open 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches 
• Overall Length (OAL): 44 inches 
• Weight: 7 lbs 
• Capacity: 2 rounds 
• Chamber Length: 3 inches 
• Stock Material: Grade III/IV Walnut with oil finish 
• Receiver Material: Aluminum with engraved design finished in Silver Nitride 
• Trigger System: Triple Trigger System 
• Sights: Ivory Bead Front & Mid-Bead Rear 
   

Detailed Features: 

 
The aluminum receiver with steel breech face is what gets the weight to 7 lbs -- lighter than a comparable all-steel receiver while maintaining the structural integrity at the firing point. The triple trigger system and Lightning-style stock are Citori design elements that give this model its name. 
 
Invector-Plus Extended chokes (Full, Modified, Improved Cylinder) are included. The Inflex recoil pad is built into the stock. The engraved silver nitride receiver has the same visual signature as other Citori models. 
 
Grade III/IV walnut at this price point shows meaningful figure compared to Grade I/II. The ivory bead front and mid-bead rear sights give a quick sight picture down the rib. 
 

Usage Scenarios: 

 
The lighter alloy receiver makes this Citori practical for all-day upland hunting where a full-weight O/U would wear on you. At 26 inches the barrel is also nimble for flushing birds in tight cover. Sporting clays shooters who prefer compact guns benefit from the quick-handling profile.

The Citori Feather Lightning's reputation rests on its weight-to-quality ratio. Owners note that Grade III/IV walnut on a 7 lb gun gives you a meaningful weight savings over a standard Citori without stepping down in wood quality. For upland hunting this matters -- the difference is noticeable after a few miles.

Balance and swing get consistent praise. The 26-inch barrel and lighter receiver make the gun quick to mount and swing through birds, which most owners describe as the main handling benefit over heavier O/Us.

Performance feedback is positive. Recoil in 12 gauge at 7 lbs is moderate and manageable for most shooters. Reliability is cited as consistent. Aesthetics discussions focus on the engraved receiver and walnut figure -- most owners find the combination attractive for its class.

Price is the predictable discussion point. The Citori line is premium-priced, and some buyers debate the incremental cost over entry-level O/Us. Experienced hunters and competitive shooters tend to find the quality and weight savings worth it; casual shooters sometimes compare it to lower-cost alternatives that also perform adequately.