I have an original Spikehorn that I have shot about 10=12 times sighting it in for daughter. Handles well and awesome in a box stand. We opted to shoot the 6.8 spc, so I am going to sell the 30=30, but it has nothing to do with the gun....just have no need for it. The 18" should be fine too. Loop handle is neat...good for cold weather gloves too.