When my son was a teenager, he wanted to try the longbow, I got him a Samick Verna. I think it was the late 90's or perhaps a bit more recent. It is an entry level item, not very fancy but a solid little D/R bow. It is 62 inches long and has a 40# draw weight. I have never shot it a lot, because all my hunting bows are heavier than this. So, I took it out today and shot it a little. It handles well and I would not hesitate to take it hunting. For the money I am pleased, but naturally it is not in the league with my Hill style bows.