If your not gonna put a scope on it than definately get a Model 94 in 30-30. The Hornady LeveRevalution ammo makes it an excellent deer and elk round out to 200 yards.

Mine is 48 years old now and I don't think I've ever missed the black or pie plate at 100 yds thru the iron sights. Grandpa's Centennial Edition so I don't carry it in the woods but I do shoot it a few times a year for fun. In fact I like shooting the iron sights enough that I'm thinking of taking the scope off my Marlin.
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