The Browning Cynergy Wicked Wing is a 12-gauge over/under shotgun with a 26-inch fully chrome-lined barrel, 3.5-inch chamber, Auric Camo stock, and Burnt Bronze Cerakote receiver. Overall length is 43 inches; weight is 7 lbs. 6 oz. It ships with three Invector-Plus choke tubes (Full, Modified, Improved Cylinder). 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Cynergy Wicked Wing 
• Type: Shotgun (Over / Under) 
• Caliber/Gauge: 12 Gauge 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches 
• Overall Length: 43 inches 
• Capacity: 2 rounds 
• Weight: 7 lbs. 6 oz. 
• Chamber Size: 3.5 inches 
• Choke System: Invector-Plus Tubes (F, M, IC) 
• Sights: Ivory Front & Mid Bead Sights 
• Stock Finish: Auric Camo 
• Receiver Finish: Burnt Bronze Cerakote 
   

Detailed Features 

The chrome-lined bore handles steel shot and heavy non-toxic loads without concern, which matters for waterfowl use. The adjustable comb lets you set stock height for your eye relief and preferred shooting position. The Inflex Recoil Pad with a .25-inch spacer absorbs some of the hit from full 3.5-inch magnum loads, though this is a 7 lb. 6 oz. gun and heavy loads are still felt. The ivory front and mid-bead sights stand out clearly in low-light conditions typical of early-morning marsh shoots. The Cynergy's low-profile receiver and mechanical trigger mechanism have been the platform's distinguishing traits since its introduction. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

• Waterfowl hunting: The 3.5-inch chamber, chrome bore, and Invector-Plus choke system handle magnum steel and bismuth loads for goose and duck work. 
• Upland hunting: At 7 lbs. 6 oz. with a 26-inch barrel, it swings well on pheasant and similar upland birds. 
• Sporting clays: The adjustable comb and consistent mechanical trigger make it a workable option on the sporting course.

Owner feedback on the Cynergy Wicked Wing in Auric Camo follows a consistent pattern across waterfowl and clay shooting communities.

The camo and Cerakote combination gets positive reception. The Auric pattern is designed for marsh and field environments, and the Burnt Bronze finish holds up to wet conditions better than blued steel. Most buyers who choose this over the standard Cynergy variants are specifically after the field-ready finish.

Shooting feel is frequently praised. The trigger is crisp for an O/U, the balance point sits naturally, and the 7 lbs. 6 oz. weight handles recoil better than lighter guns on magnum 3.5-inch loads. Buyers who shoot heavy waterfowl loads note that the Inflex pad helps, though 3.5-inch geese loads in a 7-pound gun still push back.

Price is the primary hesitation. The Cynergy Wicked Wing is priced higher than Beretta A400 and Mossberg 500/835 alternatives, and buyers occasionally question whether the premium over a base Cynergy is warranted for the cosmetic work alone. Those who hunt in conditions where corrosion resistance matters tend to answer yes.

Recoil management compared to semi-automatics comes up in discussions. Buyers switching from inertia or gas-operated semi-auto shotguns notice the difference, particularly on 3-inch and 3.5-inch loads. This is expected with an O/U and not specific to this model.

The adjustable comb is an underappreciated feature at this price point — most O/U shotguns at lower prices don't include it, and it meaningfully improves fit for shooters who need to dial in drop.