As many may already know I use a Malcolm 6x scope on my 44-40 Uberti Winchester 73'. I have been shooting this out to 300 yards with great success with original ballistics. There are little instructions when using the scope so there is a huge learning curve. The MOA marks are basically useless unless the distance between your scope mounts are correct....mine are not...my typical luck!
Basically I decided to start all over and make note of the marks for my ranges. One thing I remember is that I had to add a small spacer to the plunger in order to get a 300 yard bullseye POA. Well, I lost it so I have to make another.
I had hoped to be able to print some dial decals, but the numbers would be too small to see. I will settle for a cheat sheet like the pros!
I have posted my progress (work in progress) over on the 44-40 website for those interested in the Malcolm scopes. https://www.44-40.org/targets/2025-targets
Hi-Lux Malcolm Scope on an Uberti Winchester 73'
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Bryan Austin
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Hi-Lux Malcolm Scope on an Uberti Winchester 73'
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Bill in Oregon
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Re: Hi-Lux Malcolm Scopes
I sure admire your dedication, Bryan! 
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Bryan Austin
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Re: Hi-Lux Malcolm Scopes
lol, thanks.
I just gathered my data and discovered that the MOA marks might not be too far off at all like I was told they would be. Each 1/4 MOA mark at 100 yards is close!
I was holding 3 3/4" high at 100 yards when this brought me down close to the bullseye. Another session or two and I should have 25 yards through 100 yards dialed in!
I just gathered my data and discovered that the MOA marks might not be too far off at all like I was told they would be. Each 1/4 MOA mark at 100 yards is close!
I was holding 3 3/4" high at 100 yards when this brought me down close to the bullseye. Another session or two and I should have 25 yards through 100 yards dialed in!
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Bryan Austin
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Re: Hi-Lux Malcolm Scopes
Oh yeah, it wasn't my intent to have to paralleling topics but I wanted to post this here as well.
Scope Dial Decals
I was able to make some decals for the dials. I HAVE NOT USED THEM YET. They are a bit small, but I do think I will be able to see them with these old eyes. The white arc should prevent me from turning the dial in the wrong direction when switching between the 25, 50 and 100 yard elevation shots. They did not slide slightly off center (lock nut is seen as well) but they will replaced when the 75, 200 and 300 yard marks are added. I think this will be fun. They will not be perfect, but will get me into scoring position without guessing.
Scope Dial Decals
I was able to make some decals for the dials. I HAVE NOT USED THEM YET. They are a bit small, but I do think I will be able to see them with these old eyes. The white arc should prevent me from turning the dial in the wrong direction when switching between the 25, 50 and 100 yard elevation shots. They did not slide slightly off center (lock nut is seen as well) but they will replaced when the 75, 200 and 300 yard marks are added. I think this will be fun. They will not be perfect, but will get me into scoring position without guessing.
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