Would like a 30 for deer. Looking for an accurate one.
Check this out. It depends on if you are using commie .311 bullets or US commercial .308 ones if want accuracy.
http://www.brownells.com/GunTech/Ruger-Mini-30-bore-specs/detail.htm?lid=15904
Here in the coast range of Oregon, I’ve never had a shot over 100 yards. It’s accurate enough for me. Usually pack my .06 though. Much better load variety. I keep a heavy 220 grn on the bottom of the stack. We have bears too