This can be debated all day.Having the kid shoot the '06 w/shooting stix will give the answer. Personally,a gun that fits the shooter is more important.The 30-30 is a proven round even on game larger than deer.If an elk is encountered,the stress of the moment may be enough for the kid to handle.Get a good bullet like the Hornady FTX 160 or maybe the barnes x 150 gr. and keep it within a 100 yards and everything should be fine.
Last edited by Game Stalker; 07-28-2013 at 03:07 PM.