I have shot the 3030 for nearly 40 years and have flat out worn out one gun just because I shoot 400 plus rounds a year thru them. I would never shoot at deer beyond 250 yards just because of lost energy at that range. Yes I can hit target at 400 yards but paper and ballons are not deer and your game deserves more respect than just the ability to hit it, they deserve a quick clean kill. Thanks.