Description
There's a reason you keep running into Citoris in the uplands. Browning has built over a million of them, and the 725 Feather takes that proven action and puts it on a diet. The receiver is machined from a lightweight, high-strength alloy instead of steel, shaving around 13 ounces off the standard 725 while a steel breech face and full-width steel hinge pin handle the parts of the gun that take the real beating. In 20 gauge with 28 inch barrels, you end up with an over/under that comes in under six pounds. Carry it through a long day of chasing grouse or pheasants and you'll understand the point immediately.
Why the 725 Feather Points So Well
The 725 family uses a lower profile receiver than older Citoris, which puts your hands closer to the bore line and makes the gun swing more like a natural extension of your body. The FireLite mechanical trigger breaks clean and doesn't rely on recoil to set the second barrel, so a light load in the first tube never leaves you hanging. Browning's Total Barrel Dynamics with back-boring and lengthened Vector Pro forcing cones keeps patterns even, and the three included flush-fit Invector-DS chokes (Full, Modified, Improved Cylinder) cover everything from close flushes over a pointing dog to longer passing shots. Chambers are chromed and cut for 3 inch shells, so heavier loads are on the table when you want them.
A 20 Gauge Citori That Earns Its Looks
The Grade II/III black walnut stock wears a gloss oil finish with cut checkering, and the silver nitride receiver carries high-relief engraving that dresses the gun up without going overboard. An ivory front bead sits on the vent rib, the top tang safety falls right under your thumb, and the Inflex recoil pad takes the sting out of a sub six pound gun. Length of pull runs 14 1/4 inches with a 45 3/4 inch overall length. Browning pitches this one as a crossover, and that's fair. It was born a bird gun, but it holds its own on the sporting clays course whenever the seasons close.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 0182096004
- UPC: 023614740698
- Gauge: 20 Gauge
- Chamber: 3"
- Action: Over/Under
- Barrel Length: 28" Vent Rib, Blued
- Choke System: Invector-DS Flush (F, M, IC included)
- Receiver: Lightweight Alloy, Silver Nitride, Engraved
- Stock: Grade II/III Black Walnut, Gloss Oil Finish
- Trigger: FireLite Mechanical
- Recoil Pad: Inflex
- Sights: Ivory Front Bead
- Safety: Top Tang
- Length of Pull: 14 1/4"
- Overall Length: 45 3/4"
- Capacity: 2 Rounds
What’s Included
- Browning Citori 725 Feather 20 Gauge shotgun
- 3 Invector-DS flush choke tubes (Full, Modified, Improved Cylinder)
- Owner's manual
- Chamber locks
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Citori 725 Feather 20 gauge weigh compared to a standard 725?
The alloy receiver trims roughly 13 ounces off the all-steel 725, putting the 20 gauge 28 inch version at just under six pounds. That's a meaningful difference when you're covering miles of cover on an upland hunt. The steel breech face and hinge pin mean the weight savings don't come at the expense of durability where it matters.
Can I shoot steel shot through the Browning Citori 725 Feather?
Yes, the barrels are rated for steel shot and the Invector-DS choke system is designed with modern non-toxic loads in mind. The double-seal design keeps fouling out of the choke threads, and the 3 inch chambers give you room for heavier waterfowl loads. As with any shotgun, stick to Modified or more open chokes with steel to protect your patterns and barrels.
Is the 725 Feather too light for sporting clays?
It leans field gun, no question, but the low-profile receiver and clean-breaking FireLite mechanical trigger make it a legitimate crossover on the clays course. A lighter gun swings quicker, which some folks love on fast targets, though a dedicated high-volume clays gun will soak up recoil a bit more. For the hunter who shoots a few rounds of sporting in the off season, it does both jobs well.
What kind of trigger does the Citori 725 Feather use?
It runs Browning's FireLite mechanical trigger, which sets the second barrel mechanically rather than relying on recoil from the first shot. That means light loads or the rare dud won't keep your second barrel from firing. It's a crisp, light pull that stands out among factory over/under triggers.





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