if its what you can afford-- yes a 30-06 will take an elk besides a deer- could be a good first gun
for you ----how much do they want for one in your area $$$ wise?????someone here may be able to beat that price --welcome aboard goodluck come on guys lets help the kid get started

remember safety first kiddo

ps
edit the title on your post- to "remington 710 30-06 good or bad gun"

you should get a better response to your post

answer?s above- it will help folks to help you--their are alot of informed people in this group!! you just have to get their attention. also what else would you use your gun for?

good luck again[8D]