Make: Browning, Mfg. by Miroku
Model: Citori 725 Sporting
Serial Number: 31461ZN131
Year of Manufacture: 2019
Caliber: 20 Gauge 2 3/4" & 3" Shells
Action Type: Over Under Shotgun, with Single Selective Mechanical Trigger & Ejectors
Markings: The left side of the upper barrel: "BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN, UTAH / MADE IN JAPAN / MIROKU". The left of the monobloc: "Invector DS", "32"" and "31461ZN". The right side of the top barrel: "CITORI SPECIAL STEEL 20 GA-2 3/4" AND 3"". The inside of the forend iron: "31461" and the inside of the forend: "B 31461". The top tang, under the lever, is marked with the serial number. The bottom of the receiver: "BROWNING / 725 / Sporting". The bottom of the trigger guard has a Browning logo.
Barrel Length: 32" ported with wide floating rib.
Choke: This shotgun is threaded for Invector-DS Extended Choke Tubes. Currently installed with Modified/Improved Cylinder.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a HI-VIZ Pro Comp Sight with green fiber optic rod fixed to the front of the rib with an ivory mid bead. The rib is serrated for glare reduction.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture set is a two piece oil finish grade III/IV walnut stock with close radius right palm swelled semi-pistol grip, with fluted straight comb, and inflex tech rubber recoil pad, and checkered Schnabel forend. The length of pull is adjustable via the trigger shoe and is currently 14 7/8ths". The drop at comb is 1.5" and the drop at heel is 2". This shotgun weighs 6 lbs 14 OZ. The wood shows compressions, small scratches and rub marks scattered throughout. There are no cracks. The front of the pommel shows a chip and a notable rub mark. The butt pad is soft and pliable showing rub wear. Overall the furniture set is in about Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued barrels with Gold Toned Trigger and a coin(French Gray) receiver with Enhanced Engraving.
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bores are mirror bright with no erosion. There is minor visible plastic fouling and only barely visible lines from use. The porting is very clean. In this writer's opinion the bores rates 9.75/10.
Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 96% of its metal finish. The barrel set shows some rub wear from the forend that is concealed when assembled. The barrel set also shows some scattered minor surface rust freckling. The friction surfaces of the bloc show rub wear and finish loss. The trigger shows minor finish loss. The upper tang shows rub wear from the safety. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear and the pins are clean. The receiver shows some minor surface level lines. Overall, this gun rates in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The barrels lock up solidly with zero play. We have not fired this shotgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This shotgun includes the two chokes.
Our Assessment: This Browning Citori 725 Sporting was manufactured in 2019 and represents a modern evolution of Browning's legendary over-under sporting shotgun line. Chambered in 20 gauge, this example features 32-inch ported barrels with 3-inch chambers and is threaded for Browning Invector DS choke tubes, providing excellent pattern performance and versatility across a wide variety of sporting applications. The longer barrels, porting, and smooth mechanical operation make this shotgun exceptionally well suited for sporting clays. The shotgun is equipped with a wide floating rib featuring an ivory mid bead and a HI-VIZ Pro Comp front sight with a green fiber optic rod, creating a bright and precise sight picture in changing lighting conditions. The single selective mechanical trigger provides consistent ignition and is adjustable for length of pull, allowing the shooter to tune the fit of the shotgun.
The shotgun is fitted with a walnut furniture set finished in an attractive oil finish that highlights the natural grain of the wood while providing a classic sporting appearance. Combining premium-grade walnut, a refined mechanical trigger system and Browning's proven 725 action, this 20 gauge Citori 725 Sporting is a beautiful example of a high-end sub-gauge sporting shotgun built for serious clay shooting while retaining the craftsmanship and elegance expected from Browning.
