The Browning Citori Hunter Deluxe is a 16-gauge over/under shotgun with a 26" barrel, gloss blued finish, and a Grade II/III American walnut stock. The silver nitride receiver carries gold enhancement engraving, and the overall package leans toward the traditional side of Browning's Citori lineup.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Browning
- Family: Citori Series
- Model: Citori Hunter Deluxe
- Type: Shotgun
- Action: Over / Under
- Caliber/Gauge: 16 Gauge
- Finish: Gloss Blued
- Stock/Grips: Grade II/III American Walnut
- Barrel Length: 26"
- Overall Length: 43"
- Capacity: 2 rounds (Listed Capacity Based On Manufacturer Specifications)
- Sights: Silver Bead with Fixed Sights
- Weight: 6 lbs. 13 oz.
- Safety Features: 2 Position Top Tang
- Chamber Size: 2.75"
- Choke Options: Full, Modified, Improved Cylinder (3 chokes included)
- Receiver Finish: Silver Nitride
- Additional Information:
- Gold Enhancement Engraving
- Inflex II Recoil Pad
Detailed Features
The over/under layout gives a fast second shot and lets the shooter clearly see which barrel fired, useful in hunting situations. Three chokes (Full, Modified, Improved Cylinder) cover a wide range of distances and target sizes without needing aftermarket additions. The Inflex II recoil pad reduces felt recoil at the shoulder; on a 6 lb. 13 oz. gun in 16 gauge it makes a real difference on longer shooting days. The Grade II/III walnut has visible figure beyond a basic field gun, and the gold engraving on the silver nitride receiver is traditional Browning styling.
Target Audience
The 16 gauge targets hunters who want less weight than a 12 gauge without stepping down to a 20. At 6 lbs. 13 oz. with a 26" barrel it handles well in upland cover. Sport shooters who appreciate the gauge's characteristics will also find it at home on trap or skeet fields.
Usage Scenarios
Upland bird hunting is the natural fit (pheasant, quail, grouse) where the lighter weight and 26" barrel make for quick mounting in the field. It handles clay target sports well too. Aftermarket accessories are less common for 16 gauge than for 12 or 20, which is worth factoring in if customization is a priority.