I always hear people's opinions about the 30-30. Some say that they wouldn't shoot over 100 yards with it, some say no more than 125 yards. Some say they have killed deer with it at 220 yards and would do it again if the shot was offered. And then there are some that claim that its not a powerfull enough round to even take deer with it.

Looking at ballistic charts of the 30-30. The trajectory and energyin footpounds, leads me to assume that the 30-30 can still be deadly for deer from 150 - 180 yards. I personally wouldn't hesitate to shoot at a deer 180 yards away if it was perfectly broadside and I had a good scope and a steady rest.

What do you guys think? How far would you shoot at a deer with a 30-30?
Just curious.