CLEAN Browning Citori Grade I Gran Lightning – 20 Gauge – MFG 1995 – 3IN

This is a no reserve penny auction for a Browning Citori Grade I Gran Lightning over under shotgun in 20 Gauge. Serial number-4065NV263. Despite some minor surface blemishes, this Citori is in great condition and includes a Browning fitted gun case! It features 28" barrels with a vent rib chambered for 2 3/4" or 3" shells. Three chokes are included; IM/MOD/FULL, 2 snap caps and a manual. It has ejectors, a 14.25" length of pull. Crafted in Japan in 1995.

The Browning Citori Gran Lightning series occupies a very specific, prestigious niche within the iconic Citori family. Designed to bridge the gap between hard-working field guns and presentation-grade heirlooms, the Gran Lightning is highly regarded by upland hunters and clay shooters alike.

The core characteristics that define the Gran Lightning series include:

1. The Iconic "Lightning" Styling
The "Lightning" name refers explicitly to the configuration of the stock and forearm, a styling cue borrowed from the legendary Browning Superposed and Auto-5:

The Round-Knob Pistol Grip: Unlike standard full pistol grips with a sharp flat bottom, the Lightning features a smooth, rounded semi-pistol grip. This design is highly functional in the field, allowing the shooter's hand to naturally slide into a consistent, comfortable position for fast, instinctive mounting on flushed birds.

2. Premium Wood & High-End Aesthetics
What separates a Gran Lightning from a standard Citori Lightning or White Lightning comes down to the sheer elegance of the materials and finish:

The Wood: Gran Lightnings are dressed in striking Grade V/VI American Black Walnut (compared to the Grade I or II wood found on baseline models).

The Finish: The wood is treated with a beautiful, deep gloss oil finish that makes the detailed grain pop while offering robust weather protection.

Receiver Treatment: Modern variants typically feature a deeply blued steel receiver or silver nitride finish adorned with intricate, high-relief scroll engraving and subtle gold accents (such as gold-inlaid game birds or borders, depending on the production year).

Ultimately, the Gran Lightning series is built for the traditionalist who wants the handling speed of a nimble field gun, the bulletproof reliability of a Japanese-built Miroku/Browning action, and the striking looks of high-grade walnut and gold-accented steel.