RE: Recurve or Longbow?
I would get a couple books. Fred Asbells instinctive shootin one and Byrons books are to good how to books. They are different however as Asbell is an instincter and Bryon is a 'sighter'. I know if I say gap someone will slam me for it LOL! Anwyays, as far as wounding goes, practice hard and have fun at it and you will do well. Limit your shots to only high percentage shots less then your max effective range bet it 5 yards or 50 yards and your stickbow will treat you good everytime!