I have only been loading .30-30 for about 40 years or so, so please disregard my ignorance.
Lee C309-170F cast of 50% wheel weights and 50% new linotype metal (BHN about 18), sized .309" on NRA formula Alox lube, Hornady crimp-on gas check, loaded in full-length sized cases with 30 grains H335, standard large rifle primer. Usually about 2100FPS from a 20" carbine barrel.
Absolutely deadly on deer to 150 yards or so (about as far as the .30-30 can reasonably be used). Dozens of deer taken in multiple states with this load over the years. Pretty much duplicates the factory 170-grain load.
The grandkids haven't figured out that .30-30 ammo can be purchased in stores. They just send their fired brass back to Grampa's house, and I make a big production run every year to keep them all supplied.
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