they will both do what you want them to do but the 525 is more refined than the CX with the silver nitrate receiver and nicer wood
as long as its taken care of and not wore out the 525 would be the buy for me as the CX is going to loose value as soon as you buy it.

 

First off I see the CX has a higher rib (some shooters really like this), but still shoots the same 60/40 as the 525. That and the CX has a high gloss finish. This gun also has the lighting type forend. Not a real winner, but OK. drop at comb is 1 1/2 inches and drop at heel is 2 inches for the stock size

The 525 has a oil finish. A lower rib height. But, it has a the more sought after silver nitrate finish. Its really durable, were the blue finish will wear off over time at a much faster rate. I kind of like the oil finish myself as it keeps my head put better on hot sweaty days. My head tends to slide just enough on a gloss stock to effect my scores on hot days. The engraving is much nicer on the 525 as well. drop at comb is 1 9/16 and drop at heel is 2 3/8 for the stock size.

Its pretty much a toss up. Both guns will shoot the same. Its just what you like better on a personnal note. let us know what you decide!!!

 

Both will do job good luck.

 

the cx will have a warranty if something goes wrong with it, i dont think you will be getting any warranty with the used 525. I have a citori crossover, same gun as the cx great shooting gun.

 

I would go with the 525 it is a proven design.

 

The design of the action is the same on both guns.

 

What would be a good price for a 525 in excellent condition?

 

Yes same action, but different barrels and stock set.

 

You will probably pay close to the same price for a 525 in excellent condition as a new CX.

 

Second what Shotgun52 said...

 

On a side note: You can't buy a PFS Stock for the 525. I'm not sure, but I believe the CX has the standard receiver on it, so that Vern's PFS Stock will bolt up to it. The PFS Stock is a great stock for those who need one. Other than that, I would lean toward the 525 as well. Its will hold up better over time with Silver Nitrate receiver. The triggers are the same, the barrels are the same. Only difference would be if the CX has the high rib. Not all shooters can shoot them. I see many high rib barrels being sold right now from shooters who just had to buy one and could not end up using them. So my advice is be sure you want a high rib shotgun, before you buy one. The only way to do this is to shoot a high rib shotgun at least 3 times on different days. Then you'll be able to make a better decision. break em all Jeff

 

I was looking for a 525 but had s hard time finding one so I went with The CX. I like it a lot.

 

The 525 comes in either field or sporting grade. The sporting grade is the more desirable and sought after gun. New 12 gauge guns appear from time to time with the 28 gauge and 410 gauge being hard to locate.

 

They're both good guns, but I would choose the 525 Sporting.

Easystreet

 

The CX and the CXS are the same "tried and true" Citori actions they have been making for about 40 years or so. Nearly all parts in the action (hammers, springs, locking bolt, inertia block, etc) will interchange on all these guns. Parts are available and likely will continue to be available for these guns for long after we're all dead.

The 725 is a completely redesigned gun that Citori brought out to more closely resemble and compete against the lighter weight competition guns... particularly the Berettas. Some shooters like the 725's better, but many shooters who have shot the Citoris for years don't like them as well. It appears that the 725's will be around for a good while longer, but it's doubtful, IMO, that they will ever replace the Citori because there are just too many people who like the rugged simplicity and easy to maintain Citori.

You can count me among those who prefer the older but still going strong Citori action. Add in the fact that when buying the CX or CXS you save several hundred dollars over a comparable 725 and it's an easy decision to make. Besides, I don't want a LIGHTER O/U for target shooting. To the contrary, I want an O/U that weighs around 8 3/4 pounds or a little more, and it's easier to get the older Citori guns up to that weight than it is the lighter 725's.

No, you wouldn't be crazy to buy the CX or CXS in 30" barrels. In fact, that would be my choice.

That may be more information and opinion than you were looking for, but there it is.

 

I just bought a cx a short time ago. Good gun and it shoots well. I do shoot singles trap better with my Browning bps trap edition. However, I just got back into shooting after a 20 some year vacation this April so not really in with the times anymore. I think the bps just fits better. Last week a guy said my misses were low with the cx. The bps does have a higher comb maybe it is that? The difference between the two guns isn't huge. I have had several 24's with the bps and top is 22 with the cx. Just stinks shooting the 400 dollar pump better...lol.

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