30-06 does everthing it says on the box.
I always say I wont reply to this old chestnut, but I just can`t help it.
I wouldn`t change my 30-06 for anything.
It`s not a flash bang, whizz bang,burn your barrell out newcomer,it`s been around abit and it stood the test of time.
And I`m sure someone will say 308 got less recoil,
well if a 30 cal presents a recoil problem, get a 22.
Short range or long, the 30-06 does it well.
I used to worry what would I do when mine was wore out,sad I know
but no probs, I think Samuel will just have to buy another
as my rifle will probably outlast me.