The Browning Citori Hunter Grade II is a 12-gauge over/under shotgun with a 28-inch barrel, Grade II American walnut stock, and a silver nitride receiver. The Citori line has been in production for decades and this model reflects that lineage in fit and finish. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Browning 
• Model Name: Citori Hunter Grade II 
• Caliber/Gauge: 12 Gauge 
• Action Type: Over / Under 
• Barrel Length: 28 inches 
• Chamber Length: 3 inches 
• Overall Length: 45 inches 
• Weight: 7 lbs 12 oz 
• Capacity: 2 rounds 
• Sights: Silver Bead Front Sight 
   

Features 

 
The steel receiver has a silver nitride finish. The barrels are polished blue. Three Invector-Plus flush choke tubes are included (Full, Modified, Improved Cylinder), covering the common field and clay applications without swapping systems. The gold-plated inertia trigger is single selective. The Grade II walnut stock has hand-cut checkering and an Inflex recoil pad, which takes some of the edge off 12-gauge loads during longer sessions. Balance at 7 lbs 12 oz and 45 inches overall is well-suited to the 28-inch barrel length. 
 

Usage 

 
The 28-inch barrel is a practical choice for both upland hunting and sporting clays, long enough for a smooth swing, not so long that it gets unwieldy in cover. The Invector-Plus choke system is widely available, so finding additional tubes is straightforward. Some users note a break-in period before the action reaches its smoothest point, which is normal for over/under shotguns. Accessories specific to this model are more limited than for more common platforms.

The Citori Hunter Grade II draws consistent praise for build quality and craftsmanship. Owners frequently describe the fit and finish as what you'd expect from a shotgun at this price: tight tolerances, clean wood-to-metal fit, and a trigger that breaks predictably. Action smoothness and consistent shot patterns at clay ranges and in the field come up regularly as positives.

The 28-inch barrel length is frequently cited as a good middle ground for both upland hunting and clay sports. Recoil management is considered good for a field gun of this weight, which most users attribute to the Inflex pad and the balance of the gun.

Price is the main talking point for anyone considering the purchase. It sits at the higher end of the O/U market, and some shooters compare it to entry-level competition guns from other brands. Weight, 7 lbs 12 oz, comes up occasionally for those who hunt all day on foot, though most find it acceptable for the balance it provides. A break-in period before the action reaches peak smoothness is common and expected.