Browning Citori 28Ga-3 28 White Lightning Sn Inv

The Browning Citori 28 White Lightning is a refined over-and-under shotgun built for hunters who appreciate elegance and balance in the field. Built on Browning's legendary Citori platform, this 28-gauge, 3-inch chambered shotgun combines traditional upland hunting capability with the kind of quality engineering that makes this gun feel like an extension of your swing. The 28 gauge delivers plenty of shot efficiency for pheasant, quail, and woodcock without the recoil punch of larger gauges—ideal if you want to hunt all day without fatigue.

What sets the White Lightning apart is its fit and finish. You're looking at a silver nitride receiver with graceful, broad-coverage engraving that catches light without screaming for attention. The barrels wear a polished blued finish, and the stock is Grade III/IV walnut with an oil finish that feels warm and alive in your hands. Browning's lightning-style stock geometry is designed for quick handling, and the Inflex Recoil Pad II keeps shooting comfortable session after session. You'll aim with confidence thanks to the ivory bead front sight paired with a mid-bead for fast target acquisition.

Under the hood, this shotgun is engineered to last. The transverse-mounted, full-width tapered locking bolt locks into a monoblock recess for maximum strength. The full-width hinge pin is stronger and longer lasting than traditional designs. Chrome-lined chambers resist corrosion and make cleanup easier, especially if you ever shoot steel shot. The lengthened forcing cone (Vector Pro) and back-bored barrels work together with the Invector-Plus choke tube system to deliver consistent, clean patterns downrange. Inertia trigger and hammer ejectors round out a gun that simply works—and keeps working.

If you're stepping up from a 20-gauge or simply prefer the subtlety and swing of a 28, the Citori White Lightning delivers genuine sporting-gun pedigree without pretension.

Key Features

• 28-gauge, 3-inch chamber for versatile upland hunting
• Silver nitride receiver with intricate engraving
• Polished blued barrels with oil-finish Grade III/IV walnut stock
• Lightning-style stock geometry for quick handling and balance
• Ivory bead front sight and mid-bead for fast target acquisition
• Full-width tapered locking bolt and monoblock recess design
• Chrome-lined chambers for durability and corrosion resistance
• Vector Pro lengthened forcing cone and back-bored barrels
• Invector-Plus choke tube system for pattern control
• Inflex Recoil Pad II for reduced recoil
• Inertia trigger and hammer ejectors
• Point of impact: 60/40

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Browning Citori 28 good for upland hunting?

Yes. The 28-gauge Citori is purpose-built for upland game like pheasant, quail, and woodcock. The 3-inch chamber provides adequate shot capability, and the lightweight design and quick-handling lightning-style stock make it ideal for all-day field work.

What choke tubes come with this shotgun?

The Browning Citori 28 White Lightning comes equipped with Invector-Plus choke tubes. This system lets you adjust your pattern for different hunting situations.

Can I shoot steel shot with the Citori 28?

The Citori 28 features chrome-lined chambers and back-bored barrels designed to handle steel shot performance, though you should always verify local regulations and your specific hunting situation before using steel.

What is the point of impact on this shotgun?

The Browning Citori White Lightning shoots a 60/40 point of impact, meaning the shot pattern rises 60 percent above the aiming point and 40 percent below—a classic upland-hunting pattern that lets you shoot at the head and neck of rising birds.