This year, I put on of those on my Marlin 30-30.The circle X seemed a little weird at first, but I shot 3 deer with it in November. I don't see how you can miss a deer. Just put the circle on the deer, and it is just too easy. It seems to be a perfect set up for the Marlin, and I am sure you would be happy with it on a shotgun.

I'm sorry, after reading your post again, mine is a 1.75-4 32 Banner not a trophy. Hence the edit.

C. Davis