Steve, since you have received 0 responses to your question may I suggest that you contact Lee and get a list of customers who have purchased that particular longbow along with their e-mail addresses and e-mail them with your question. Personally, I have known Lee for more than 10 years and can tell you that Lee is very meticulous in everything that he does, and though I have never shot one of his bows, it is my general opinion that they are great looking and great shooting bows.