This is a lever gun forum right ?
The only 30-30 lever guns are:
Winchester
Marlin
Henry
Mossberg
If you want the BEST, modern designed one, a JM marked, pre microgroove, Marlin 30-30 is the only choice.
It will carry a scope, has a proven record of accuracy, is rugged and man sized.
Now as to why someone would bother with a 30-30 when a 35 Rem is available is a topic for another thread.
1948 was a very good year to buy a 30-30 !