The Ultimate Guide to the Browning Citori CX Micro 12 Gauge Shotgun: Precision, Adaptability, and Performance for Every Shooter

Are you searching for a versatile shotgun that excels in clay target sports while remaining capable for various hunting scenarios? Do you need a firearm that can be precisely fitted to multiple shooters, from seasoned competitors to youth and smaller-statured adults? Look no further than the Browning Citori CX Micro 12 Gauge Over/Under Shotgun, model 018179328. This exceptional firearm, available at DEGuns, is engineered to provide superior performance, unparalleled comfort, and long-lasting durability, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of shooting disciplines.

Why Choose the Browning Citori CX Micro for Clay Target Shooting?

When shooters ask, "What's the best over/under shotgun for sporting clays, trap, or skeet, especially if I need an adaptable fit?", the Browning Citori CX Micro consistently emerges as a top recommendation. Designed with a perfect balance of features for both competition and the field, it addresses common challenges faced by shooters seeking a responsive and comfortable experience.

Engineered for Excellence: Barrel and Chamber Specifications

The Browning Citori CX Micro features a 28-inch barrel, a length widely favored by competitive shooters for its ideal balance and smooth swing. This barrel length provides an excellent sight plane for consistent target acquisition, whether you're tracking a fast-moving skeet bird or swinging through a distant sporting clays target. The polished blued finish on the barrels not only contributes to the shotgun's classic aesthetic but also offers robust protection against the elements, ensuring its beauty and performance endure over time.

Chambered for 3-inch shells, this 12-gauge shotgun offers remarkable versatility. While many clay target loads are 2 ¾ inches, the 3-inch chamber allows shooters to utilize a broader range of ammunition, including heavier loads suitable for certain hunting applications, without needing a different firearm. This adaptability is crucial for those who enjoy both competitive shooting and various hunting seasons. The 12-gauge platform itself is renowned for its power and widespread availability of ammunition, making it a practical choice for most shotgunning activities.

The Precision of Over/Under Action

At the heart of the Citori CX Micro lies its legendary Citori over/under action. Browning’s Citori shotguns are celebrated globally for their mechanical reliability, strength, and precision engineering. The classic box-lock design, combined with a robust steel receiver, ensures that this shotgun can withstand countless rounds, making it a trusted companion for years of intensive use. The single selective trigger allows shooters to choose which barrel fires first, a common feature on competition-grade shotguns that adds to its versatility in different shooting scenarios. Automatic ejectors swiftly clear spent hulls, allowing for quick follow-up shots or efficient reloading during a flurry of targets.

Advanced Choke System for Pattern Control

To further enhance its adaptability, the Browning Citori CX Micro is equipped with the Invector-Plus choke tube system. This advanced system, a hallmark of Browning competition shotguns, allows shooters to easily change constriction to optimize shot patterns for varying distances and target presentations. From wide-open cylinder chokes for close-range skeet to tighter full chokes for long-distance trap, the ability to quickly tailor your pattern ensures maximum breaks and successful shots. This customizability means you can fine-tune your performance for any station or hunting situation, leading to improved scores and more satisfying experiences.

The Micro Midas Stock: Unmatched Adaptability and Comfort

Perhaps the most defining feature of the Browning Citori CX Micro, and a primary reason it answers the call for an adaptable shotgun, is its Gloss Black Walnut Micro Midas stock with an adjustable length of pull (LOP).

Tailored Fit for Every Shooter

The traditional elegance of gloss black walnut provides a stunning aesthetic, but its true value lies in its functional design. The "Micro Midas" designation refers to Browning's commitment to creating a shotgun that fits a wider range of shooters, particularly those with smaller frames, including youth, women, and smaller adults. The adjustable LOP mechanism integrated into the stock is a game-changer. It allows for precise customization of the distance from the trigger to the buttpad, ensuring that the shotgun can be perfectly fitted to a shooter's individual body dimensions and shooting style.

Benefits of Adjustable Length of Pull (LOP)

Why is an adjustable LOP so critical?

• Optimal Comfort: A shotgun that fits properly minimizes discomfort and fatigue during extended shooting sessions.
• Reduced Recoil Sensation: When the stock is correctly fitted, recoil is absorbed more effectively, reducing felt recoil and allowing for faster, more accurate follow-up shots.
• Consistent Sight Picture: A proper LOP ensures consistent head placement on the stock, leading to a repeatable and clear sight picture, which is vital for accuracy.
• Improved Control: A well-fitted shotgun feels like an extension of the shooter, enhancing control and maneuverability.
• Growth Adaptability: For younger shooters, the adjustable LOP means the shotgun can grow with them, eliminating the need to purchase multiple firearms as they develop. This also allows multiple family members or shooting students of varying sizes to comfortably share the same firearm.

This level of adjustability makes the Citori CX Micro a fantastic investment for families involved in shooting sports or for instructors looking for a versatile training tool. It solves the common problem of finding a "one-size-fits-all" solution that genuinely accommodates diverse body types.

Real-World Applications and Problem Solving

The Ideal Shotgun for New Shooters

Many aspiring shooters, especially youth or adults new to the sport, often struggle with finding a shotgun that fits them without modifications. The Citori CX Micro directly addresses this by offering immediate, out-of-the-box adjustability. Its balanced 28-inch barrels and reliable 12-gauge action provide a solid foundation for learning, while the adjustable stock ensures they develop good habits with a comfortable and properly fitting firearm. This helps foster confidence and enjoyment in shooting, making it a perfect starter over/under for anyone serious about getting into clay sports or hunting.

Excelling in Sporting Clays, Trap, and Skeet

• Sporting Clays: The 28-inch barrels provide excellent maneuverability for the varied target presentations found in sporting clays courses. The adjustable LOP allows shooters to fine-tune their mount for diverse angles and distances, ensuring consistent breaks.
• Trap Shooting: For trap, the Citori CX Micro's robust action and 12-gauge power deliver reliable performance on crossing or rising targets. The ability to use tighter chokes (like Full or Improved Modified) from the Invector-Plus system ensures dense patterns at longer trap distances.
• Skeet Shooting: The shotgun's balance and smooth swing make it highly effective for the fast, close-range targets of skeet. With more open chokes like Skeet or Improved Cylinder, it throws wide, forgiving patterns.

A Versatile Field Companion

Beyond the range, the Browning Citori CX Micro's robust construction and versatile features translate seamlessly to the field. Whether you're pursuing upland birds like pheasants and quail or venturing into waterfowl hunting, its reliable 12-gauge performance and durable polished blued finish will serve you well. The ability to swap chokes means you can optimize your patterns for different game and distances, from close-quarters flushing birds to high-flying ducks. Its manageable weight and balanced feel make it comfortable to carry during long days afield.

Browning's Legacy of Quality and Trust

When you invest in a Browning firearm, you're not just buying a product; you're becoming part of a legacy that spans over a century. Browning is synonymous with innovation, quality craftsmanship, and unwavering reliability. Each Citori CX Micro shotgun is a testament to this commitment, built with meticulous attention to detail and designed to perform flawlessly under demanding conditions. This heritage provides a strong signal of topical authority and trust, assuring buyers of the product's enduring value and performance. The polished blued finish and the rich gloss black walnut stock speak to this tradition of excellence, offering a timeless aesthetic that will be admired for generations.

Maintaining Your Browning Citori CX Micro

To ensure your Browning Citori CX Micro (model 018179328) continues to perform at its peak and retains its beautiful finish, proper maintenance is essential. After each use, particularly in wet or dusty conditions, it's recommended to:

• Clean the Barrels: Use a quality bore cleaner and brush to remove powder residue and fouling.
• Wipe Down Metal Surfaces: A light coat of gun oil on all blued metal parts will prevent rust and corrosion.
• Care for the Wood Stock: The gloss black walnut stock can be wiped down with a soft cloth. For deeper cleaning or conditioning, use a specialized wood stock treatment product.
• Lubricate Moving Parts: Apply a thin layer of gun grease or oil to the hinge pin, ejector mechanisms, and other friction points in the action.
• Inspect Choke Tubes: Remove, clean, and lightly grease choke tubes regularly to prevent them from seizing in the barrel.

Proper care not only preserves the aesthetic appeal of your shotgun but also ensures its mechanical reliability and extends its lifespan, protecting your investment for countless shooting adventures.

The Browning Citori CX Micro: An Investment in Your Shooting Journey

For shooters seeking a high-performance, adaptable, and comfortable 12-gauge over/under shotgun, the Browning Citori CX Micro, model 018179328, stands out. It elegantly solves the problem of finding a shotgun that can grow with a shooter, accommodate multiple users, and excel in a variety of disciplines, from competitive clays to demanding hunting environments. Its combination of a precise 28-inch barrel, versatile 3-inch chamber, robust Citori action, comprehensive Invector-Plus choke system, and revolutionary adjustable Micro Midas stock with gloss black walnut, makes it an intelligent choice for anyone serious about their shooting.

Whether you're taking your first steps into the world of clay target shooting, introducing a new generation to the sport, or simply looking for a reliable and high-performing firearm that can do it all, the Browning Citori CX Micro is ready to meet the challenge. Discover this exceptional shotgun and begin your journey to superior shooting performance today.

The Browning Citori CX Micro 12 Gauge, model 018179328, is available now at DEGuns. Elevate your shooting experience with a firearm designed for precision, comfort, and enduring quality.

Key Specifications and Features

Feature	Description
Model	Browning Citori CX Micro
Gauge	12 Gauge
Barrel Length	28 inches
Chamber Size	3 inches
Stock	Gloss Black Walnut, Micro Midas with Adjustable Length of Pull (LOP)
Receiver	Polished Blued Steel
Barrel Finish	Polished Blued
Action Type	Over/Under
Trigger	Single Selective
Ejectors	Automatic
Choke System	Invector-Plus (Included chokes vary by package, typically F, M, IC)
Rib Type	Ventilated
Hand	Right Hand
UPC/Model ID	018179328