RE: .243 vs. 30-30
I think either one would do the job but if had to pick between the two it would be the 30-30. Little bigger caliber for bigger game like bear is always good.
Now in our house we would use either a 250 Savage, 270 or a 25-38 whick is a .40 to .41 calibor rifle.
Personally, I use a .243 rifle for deer and use nothing but balistic tips due to the fact it is fast more acurrate and drops em' better.
K&T's Hunting Farm
South East Texas