Last year I bought a used Marlin 360cc .30-30 from a friend. I didn't "need" it, nor was it on my wish list, but it was in great shape and he only wanted $100. I shot a box of ammo with it (iron sights) and it was accurate for a .30-30. I recently put a scope on it, but haven't sighted it in. Bottom line is, Its just not a goto gun. I have a Ruger 10/22rifle, 22/45 pistol(.22)and .22-250 for small game and predators. I use a .30-06 and .300WSM for big game hunting. When hunting in close cover, I shoot a 12ga or use my .44mag handgun. My sons (8 & 11) have a .243 and .308 for deer hunting. I'm realizing now the only reason I bought the .30-30 was for the Nostagia.I will say its fun to shoot. My son is considering using it this year instead of his single action .243. But honestly, the .243 will out perform it in accuracy and energy.

Do any of you (with multiple guns) use your .30-30 for a specific game animal where you'd consider it your "goto" gun?

I don't have much experience with the 30-30. 20 years ago, I shot a possum with one, but thats it. How effective is it on medium to big game?

Thanks