Why would anyone use a 308 when they could use a 30-06? Why would anyone use a 30-06 when they could use a 300WM?
You took the words out my mouth. The classic magnumitis argument.
JWALL- You're asking the question looking for an answer to be given soley in terms of paper ballistics. What everyone is telling you is that they look at all kinds of other things besides paper ballistics when deciding to hunt with a 30-30.
My first deer rifle was a single shot 30-30 my dad gave me. Ballistics are the furthest thing from my mind when I take it out.
We all hunt differently. I like to hunt animals within bow shot so a 30-30 is more than enough gun. If you like to hunt pastures and powerlines then take a 308 and have a gas with it. Doing what makes you happy is what hunting is all about.
