Lots of gun writers say the 30-30 is a 75 yard gun. We know better. Shot placement is big factor and scope is big advantage. I used to pop beer cans at 250 yards with 170 gr bullets. I put the scope on another gun hence why I should rescope it. If you get the chance try leverevolution in 30-30. It more than doubles the 30-30's energy at 300 yards. Have fun and bangaway.
Nice buck! Maybe I should switch from my .35 Remington (336) to my .30-30 (30AS). Haven't had an opportunity for a shot with the 35 Rem. What do you think?
.I'm glad you hunted with a 30-30 carbine instead of plastic stocked bolt action magnum rifle. I guess I'm an opinionated admirer of lever action carbines.