The 30-30 is a fine old deer killer. My Marlin 336 has worked its magic with 170 grain bullets many times. With that said, I have enjoyed reaching out with my 260, 270, & 7mm08 to distances (+150 yards) that I would not have chosen to shoot with the 336.
I guess we are all on the quest for the perfect deer rifle. I hope we never find it cause it would take away the fun of the quest.
