I bought the cheapest bow I could find on e-bay. For less than $100 I got my Darton recurve. I wouldn't go that route again. Mostly because it is a short bow. It is only 54" and not very forgiving. Start with a longer bow, you'll be glad you did. That said, I've had mine for a couple of years now and do pretty good with it. I've killed a hog with it and I'm looking forward to getting my first deer with it this year.