Should I put a scope on my Marlin 30 30?

30-30 and its great. If it makes you feel better about your shots I would go with the scope. You dont need to worry about a scout scope for your marlin, because it is a side eject. Top ejection guns need them, like a winchester 94, because a scope would block the shell.

Hereof, what is a good scope for a Marlin 30 30?

Vortex Optics Diamondback 4-12x40mm SFP Riflescope This reticle is combined very well with the scope's variable magnification settings which range from as close as 4x to as far as 12x. These ranges are perfect for . 30-30 lever-action rifle.

Beside above, can I put scope on Winchester 30 30? I wouldn't mount a scope on it at all. You would have to use a side mount ov some sort that would ruin the balance of the rifle. A good quality peep sight would be my choice. You might also have to replace the front sight as well with this route.

Also question is, what distance should I sight in my 30 30?

30/30 class should be sighted in to put the bullet 2 inches high at 100 yards. Then the bullet is on the nose at 150 yards, and about 5 inches low at 200. In that way, the occasional fairly long shot across a ravine is much easier to make.

Are see through scope mounts any good?

See thru scope mounts are good if you plan to shoot the animal within 50 yards, but after that the scope is off. It's because the scope is so high off the barrel that it can't intersept your line of sight in the same point every time. They are real handy to have during deer drives though.

Related Question Answers

Is 30 30 A good hunting rifle?

30-30 Winchester is Still One of the Best Deer Hunting Rifles (And Here's Why) Love it or hate it, over its soon-to-be 125-year lifetime, the lever-action . 30-30 rifle has arguably killed more whitetail deer than any other single cartridge.

Is 30 30 A good brush gun?

It's considered a good brush caliber because it's chambered in lever guns and doens't kick much, so follow up shots at easy. A single shot . 30-06 and a single shot . 30-30 could both be good brush guns, however, I'd take the '06 since it's more powerful.

How far can a 30/30 shoot?

While it is very effective on deer-sized and black bear-sized game, most commercial loadings are limited in effective range to about 200 yd (183 m) for that purpose, except when using ballistic-tip ammunition.

What is the best 30 30 rifle?

The Top 30-30 Lever Action Rifles for General Purpose Use

HENRY REPEATING ARMS 30-30. First of all, this is not the same famous Henry rifle that was developed and used in the American Civil War.
MARLIN 336.
THE MOSSBERG 464.
WINCHESTER 1894.
THE WINNER.

What is the best ammo for a Marlin 30 30?

Top 5 Rated .30-30 Ammo Comparison Table

Product	Weight	Muzzle Velocity
Hornady LEVERevolution Rounds	160 grain	2400 fps
Federal Power-Shok Ammunition	170 grain	2200 fps
Remington Core-Lokt Cartridges	150 grain	2390 fps
Winchester Supreme Ballistic Silvertip	150 grain	2053 fps

What is the difference between Marlin 336w and 336c?

I know the biggest difference is the wood stocks and recoil pad, where in the 336C has a solid american walnut stock with a recoil pad, and the 336W is just a "walnut finished" stock with no pad. They say that other than that, the guns should be identical as far as function is concerned.

Why is it called 30 30?

Very few bolt-action rifles have been made for the . 30-30 as the cartridge uses a rimmed case which is generally unsuited for bolt actions. The cartridge got its name from the fact that it had a bullet diameter of 30 caliber, and its original loading used 30 grains of smokeless powder.

Is the Marlin 336 a good rifle?

The Marlin 336 is a staple among lever-action guns. First introduced in 1948 by Marlin Firearms, the Marlin 336 is one of the most popular lever-action rifles ever. The Model 336 is in such widespread use for good reason: it's a reasonably priced, powerful, accurate, reliable, easy-to-use, utilitarian rifle.

How much does a 30 30 drop at 100 yards?

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Range (yards)	Drop (inches)	Velocity
100	0.0066	2019
150	-2.2832	1847
200	-7.1273	1686
250	-15.0375	1537

How far can you shoot a deer with a 30 30?

200 yards

What distance should I zero my 30 30?

30/30 class should be sighted in to put the bullet 2 inches high at 100 yards. Then the bullet is on the nose at 150 yards, and about 5 inches low at 200.

What is a Winchester Model 94 30 30 worth?

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Price	Item	Condition
$460.57	WINCHESTER MODEL 94 LEVER ACTION RIFLE 30 WINCHESTER Crandall, GA	New
$1,220.87	WINCHESTER MODEL 94 T E 30 20 WINCHESTER DALLAS, TX	New
$1,228.01	WINCHESTER MODEL 94 T E 30 20 WINCHESTER Montgomery, TX	New
$1,222.13	WINCHESTER MODEL 94 T E 30 20 WINCHESTER Redmond, WA	New

Is the 30 30 A good rifle?

Rifles chambered in . 30-30 also tend to be lighter than many other deer rifles, making them easier to carry and shoulder than their typically longer-range counterparts. They also are on the lower end of recoil for deer rifles, making them a good choice for beginners. Generally, .

What is the heaviest 30 30 bullet?

Heaviest bullet i've shot out of a 30/30 is a 200grain bullet, it drops aweful fast. If you want to shoot heavy grain bullets, get a single shot or truck gun 30-06, if you don't already have a 06. 06 can hold up better with the heavier bullets.

How many bullets does a Winchester Model 94 30 30 hold?

The Winchester Model 94 . 30–30 caliber carbine version with a 20″ barrel holds 5 rounds in the tube magazine and 1 round in the chamber. The full size rifle version holds 7 rounds in the magazine and one in the chamber.

What is the best 30 30 ammo for deer?

Top 5 Rated .30-30 Ammo Comparison Table

Product	Weight	Rounds
Hornady LEVERevolution Rounds	160 grain	20
Federal Power-Shok Ammunition	170 grain	20
Remington Core-Lokt Cartridges	150 grain	20
Winchester Supreme Ballistic Silvertip	150 grain	20

What is the bullet drop of a 30 30?